Andover council approves housing, bond and plant-security measures
The Andover City Council approved measures involving housing, municipal bonds and plant security during its June 30 meeting.
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Beaver Dam council postpones impact-fee decision and considers 2027 feasibility study
The Beaver Dam Common Council discussed changes to water, sewer and park impact fees and proposed moving the issue to 2027.
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Rockland County selects developers to redevelop New City’s Sain Building site
Rockland County selected Regan Development and the Rockland Housing Action Coalition to redevelop the 3.69-acre Sain Building site at 18 New Hempstead Road.
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Parkview Logansport Hospital reports more than $15 million in first-year investment
One year after joining Parkview Health, the 83-bed Logansport hospital says it has invested more than $15 million and maintained full-service operations.
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Fayetteville Route 20 Buses Now Run Every 30 Minutes
Route 20 service in South Fayetteville shifted from hourly buses to every 30 minutes Aug. 1, while College Avenue gained Saturday and late-night service.
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Georgetown Water Maintenance Runs Through Sept. 3
Georgetown’s annual water-system chlorine rinse is underway through Sept. 3, and customers may briefly notice chlorine odors or green and brown water tinting.
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Sugar Land approves $1.3 million incentive for pharmacy facility
Sugar Land approved a performance-based incentive for DeliverIt Group’s planned 60,000-square-foot 503B facility at Sugar Land Business Park.
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Spokane Valley approves lease for proposed two-sheet ice facility
The Spokane Valley City Council approved a ground lease for a proposed two-sheet NHL-sized ice facility on city-owned property in a 6-1 vote.
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St. George Seeks Proposals for Former City Hall Police Campus
St. George is seeking proposals to renovate its former City Hall into a police station and operations center, with bids due July 2, 2026.
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Peoria council advances security rules for large apartment buildings
The Peoria City Council took an initial step toward requiring guards, cameras and on-site managers at large apartment complexes. The proposal is not final.
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Hillsboro pauses new data-center approvals as rules are reviewed
Hillsboro has paused new data-center development after concerns about growth and infrastructure. Two applications entered permitting before the pause.
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Beaumont council approves new 911 dispatch system and park projects
Beaumont City Council approved a replacement 911 recording system, two sewer easements and park improvements as the city prepares for bond financing.
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Miami Gardens Voters Will Choose Three Council Seats Aug. 18
Miami Gardens voters will decide three four-year City Council seats Aug. 18, with early voting available Aug. 3-16 at 23 Miami-Dade County locations.
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Tyler Council Sets Aug. 12 Meeting on Half-Cent Tax Work Plan
Tyler City Council will meet Aug. 12 as the city seeks feedback on proposed projects for its Half-Cent Sales Tax Annual Work Plan.
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Lansing approves 182-day moratorium on new data centers
The Lansing City Council voted 7-1 to pause new data-center development for 182 days while the city drafts rules for future projects.
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Clearwater Municipal Election Set for Aug. 18, 2026
Clearwater voters will choose City Council members for Seats 4 and 5 on Aug. 18, 2026. Polls are scheduled to remain open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Toledo Police Chief Michael Troendle to Retire Nov. 1, 2026
Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz announced Chief Michael Troendle’s retirement and named Assistant Chief Kevin Braun as his successor.
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Buffalo Council Approves $94 Million 2026 Capital Budget
Buffalo’s Common Council approved a $94 million amended 2026 capital budget for schools, roads, parks, libraries and city-service equipment.
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Chula Vista Gun-Safety Event Will Offer Up to $200 for Firearms
A multi-agency event in Chula Vista on Aug. 15 will offer gift cards for surrendered firearms and free gun locks while supplies last.
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Madison Police Shooting Remains Under Independent State Investigation
A man died after a Madison police shooting July 22. Wisconsin DOJ investigators were still reviewing the case, with no substantive update reported July 24.
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Lincoln Council Sets Aug. 12 Vote on 2026-28 Budget Changes
Lincoln City Council will review final proposed changes to the 2026-28 budget Aug. 10 and vote on the amendments Aug. 12, before adoption Aug. 24.
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Durham Water Restrictions Continue as Reservoirs Reach Half Capacity
Durham’s Stage 2 water restrictions remain in effect as reservoirs sit at about 50% capacity, with 119 days of estimated supply and Stage 3 still possible.