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Farmers Branch is one step closer to easing electric vehicle range anxiety with a grant recommendation for four fast chargers near The Grove DART station!

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Farmers Branch sustainability panel: NCTCOG recommends four DC fast chargers for funding
Staff told the Farmers Branch Sustainability Committee that the city’s application to an NCTCOG EV‑charger grant is recommended for funding; if approved by the Regional Transportation Council and executive board, four DC fast chargers would be installed near The Grove DART station.
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December 27, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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The Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program in Las Vegas just awarded $45,000 to empower 45 youth-led projects, but the competition was fierce with requests totaling over $85,000!

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Youth grant board in Las Vegas divides $45,000 among 45 student projects after deliberations
The Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program board allocated $45,000 on Dec. 11, 2025 across 45 youth project proposals after a day of deliberations using a 50% baseline and selective upward and downward deviations. Staff set stipulations prohibiting gift-card purchases and requiring consent for broadcasts involving minors.
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December 20, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Coconino County is making significant strides with exciting projects like a youth behavioral health center and a new emergency operations campus, all set to enhance community services by 2026!

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Coconino supervisors receive capital projects update; consent items approved, MLK gala funding set
County staff updated the board on major capital work — including a youth behavioral health center, a new EOC and Fort Tuthill infrastructure — and the board approved routine consent items and $8,709.66 in community-initiative funding for NAU's first Martin Luther King Jr. Gala.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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December 14, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Muskegon City Commission is making big moves for housing and business growth, approving multiple tax incentives and a new commercial redevelopment district!

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Muskegon commission approves multiple housing incentives, zoning changes and business tax exemptions
At its Dec. 9 meeting the Muskegon City Commission approved several Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for single‑family home development, established redevelopment and commercial exemption certificates for downtown businesses, and approved a Brownfield plan amendment extending local TIF capture; the consent agenda also included city land and development contract adjustments.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Centreville is taking bold steps towards a sustainable future by applying for a $235,000 energy grant and gearing up for an ambitious Main Street market analysis!

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Centreville staff submit $235,000 LGEM grant; Main Street market analysis to start in January
Town manager reported submitting a $235,000 Local Government Energy Modernization (LGEM) grant with support letters from state and county offices; council also reviewed a Maryland Main Street‑funded market analysis for a 2026 Main Street project.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:25 AM
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York County has made history by approving a groundbreaking easement donation that preserves an entire 132-acre farm for generations to come!

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York County accepts first-of-its-kind easement donation to preserve entire 132-acre farm
The York County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda Dec. 3 that includes a novel easement donation allowing landowners to preserve previously reserved building lots and thereby protect an entire 132-acre farm; staff said the landowner covered appraisal and legal costs and that county program rules were amended and state-reviewed to permit this option.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:24 AM
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San Jose City Council just approved a $100,000 pilot to boost heat-pump installations, but the road to carbon neutrality by 2030 is looking challenging!

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Council accepts Climate Smart update, approves heat‑pump contractor pilot, rejects electric leaf‑blower pilot and approves SJCE customer credits
Council accepted the Climate Smart San Jose semiannual update and an administrative 2025 update; staff and council approved a $100,000 contractor incentive pilot to expand heat‑pump installers, declined a costly electric leaf‑blower point‑of‑sale pilot, and approved returning one‑time credits to San Jose Clean Energy customers.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Urbana is boldly stepping up its sustainability efforts by hiring a full-time city arborist and enhancing its tree program while launching innovative projects like geothermal fire stations!

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Urbana staffs new arborist role, plans tree‑program expansion and streetlight upgrades tied to sustainability goals
Public Works interim director Vince Gustafson told the commission the city added arbor technician staffing, seeks to post a new full‑time city arborist, plans procurement of a second lift truck, and is coordinating streetlight asset management and rooftop solar for new geothermal fire stations.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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Elmwood Park CUSD 401 proudly reports a "commendable" designation for all its schools while taking key steps toward enhancing student experiences with a new Model UN conference and essential maintenance grants.

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Elmwood Park district presents 'commendable' report card, approves maintenance grant and Model UN trip
District officials presented the Illinois School Report Card showing a 'commendable' summative designation for all four schools, reviewed enrollment, funding and curriculum changes, and the board approved a school maintenance grant and a Model UN conference trip during the meeting.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Henderson County is transforming the defunct Cedar Creek Hospital District into a beacon of hope with the creation of the Andrew Gibbs Memorial Nursing Scholarship for local students!

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Henderson County court dissolves Cedar Creek Hospital District, directs funds to local nursing scholarship
After a voter-approved dissolution, Henderson County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to dissolve the Cedar Creek Hospital District, transfer district funds to county coffers and establish the Andrew Gibbs Memorial Nursing Scholarship to be administered by the Trinity Valley Community College Foundation.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Martin County just approved a groundbreaking $5 million investment to protect over 6,196 acres of Barbee Ranch, marking a historic conservation opportunity!

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Commission approves $5 million in county funds toward Barbee Ranch conservation easement
Martin County agreed unanimously to contribute $5,000,000 from sales tax funds toward a conservation easement on roughly 6,196 acres at Barbee Ranch; state funds will provide the remainder of the approximately $17.17 million purchase.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Get ready for the inaugural Miami-Dade County Women’s Leadership Summit in March 2026, aimed at empowering women and strengthening community ties!

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North Miami commission to lead planning for inaugural Miami‑Dade Women’s Leadership Summit
The North Miami Commission for Women proposed a countywide Miami‑Dade Women’s Leadership Summit in March 2026 and agreed to form a 12‑member planning committee; commissioners discussed venue, partners and outreach to recruit up to 1,000 attendees.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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Rock County's Board of Supervisors just approved a $79.79 million budget for 2026, sparking heated debates over public safety funding and tax levies!

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Rock County board adopts 2026 budget after votes on sirens, highways, parks and staffing
The Rock County Board of Supervisors approved the county's 2026 recommended budget as amended, adding targeted spending for public safety technology and parks while shifting funds to reduce the debt service levy and finance highway projects. The board passed the final budget 27-2.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:59 AM
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Miami Gardens City Council made significant strides on Nov. 12, approving a clean-zone amendment and setting the stage for important legislative priorities!

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Votes at a glance: Miami Gardens council (Nov. 12) — clean zone amendment, legislative priorities, property deferral and more
Key votes: council approved the clean-zone amendment for event exceptions (7-0), adopted 2026 legislative priorities (roll call yes), deferred sale of 15880 NW 27th Avenue to Jan. 28, 2026 (7-0), approved $10,000 community allocation (12.1), and approved a parking-variance for MG Westside LLC.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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Spokane County commissioners are taking swift action against PFAS contamination by expediting the installation of new treatment systems and supporting a renaming request on Interstate 395.

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Spokane County approves two special-meeting items including expedited POET work for West Plains PFAS
At a Nov. 10 special meeting the Spokane County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved two noticed items: a letter supporting Spokane County Fire Protection District 9’s renaming request to the Washington State Transportation Commission and a waiver of competitive bidding to speed installation of point-of-entry treatment (POET) systems to abet
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November 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Dr. Pia Woodley unveiled groundbreaking initiatives at the Florida Veterans Foundation, providing essential dental care and support to over 1.4 million veterans in the state.

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Florida Veterans Foundation outlines dental grants, transportation and new veteran well‑being grants
Dr. Pia Woodley, chair of the Florida Veterans Foundation, briefed the committee on the foundation's programs: state veterans homes dental services, Mission of Mercy stand downs, Florida Veterans Dental Grant Program grant awards and expansion, transportation vans, Project Vet Relief, and new initiatives to support residents of state homes and well
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November 10, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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Kankakee City Council just greenlit exciting new developments, including a $10,000 grant for a local wine bar and new zoning changes to enhance your community!

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Kankakee City Council approves multiple ordinances, development incentives and firefighters’ letter of agreement
At its Nov. 3 meeting, the Kankakee City Council approved a slate of zoning and administrative ordinances, development incentives including a $10,000 grant for a new wine bar, renewals of two insurance policies, and a labor letter of agreement with the firefighters’ union following executive session.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:23 AM
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The Orleans Parish District Attorney warns that proposed 30% budget cuts could devastate public safety efforts and undermine recent crime reduction successes.

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District attorney urges against steep cuts, points to NoDICE and diversion gains
The district attorney described recent public-safety gains driven by place-based initiatives and prosecution units and urged the council not to enact proposed deep cuts (office called a 30% reduction "devastating"). He said cuts would reduce prosecutors and victim services and risk trial outcomes and public-safety progress.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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Beacon City School District is on the brink of a green revolution with two electric buses ordered, but their arrival hinges on critical tech upgrades!

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District tests two electric buses and readies charging stations; wider electrification would require capital upgrades
Officials said two electric buses are ready for delivery pending commissioning of two charging stations and data connections; expanding the fleet would require a capital project and electrical upgrades.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Medina's mayoral candidates are pushing for an innovative deer-management plan as vehicle collisions spike, combining bow hunting and advanced strategies like heat-seeking drones!

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Candidates call for comprehensive deer-management plan as incidents rise
At the town hall, both mayoral candidates said Medina needs a multi-pronged approach to deer overpopulation after candidates and the moderator noted a rising number of deer–vehicle incidents and limited results from bow-hunting programs.
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October 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Superintendent Paige is pushing forward with exciting student-centered initiatives and a crucial $54.7 million referendum that could transform our schools!

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Superintendent outlines referendum plans, student advisory council and access initiatives
Superintendent Paige reviewed district programs, announced a November 4 referendum with two questions totaling $54.7 million and highlighted student leadership, technology access, and recent facility improvements.
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October 16, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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Normal has officially earned its Bird City Illinois designation, showcasing impressive sustainability initiatives and a vision for a greener future!

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Normal receives Bird City Illinois designation; staff outlines Vision 2050 implementation and departmental sustainability actions
Audubon Council of Illinois presented the town with a Bird City Illinois designation. Staff updated the council on Vision 2050, departmental actions, recent wins and near‑term priorities including water‑filling stations, expanded native plantings and benchmarking.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Keizer City Council made history by proclaiming October 13 as Indigenous Peoples' Day, honoring the rich contributions of local tribes and unveiling a new housing development for Indigenous families.

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Keizer City Council Proclaims October 13 2025 as Indigenous Peoples Day
Keizer City Council honors Indigenous Peoples Day recognizing contributions of local tribes.
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October 8, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Decatur City Council is facing a critical moment as community leaders push for urgent action and funding solutions to combat the rising homelessness crisis.

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Community Leader Urges Decatur Council to Address Homelessness and Utilize Opioid Settlement Funds
Activist calls for funding from opioid settlement to support homelessness solutions in Decatur.
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October 8, 2025 at 6:13 AM