Hawarden receives nearly $1 million for voluntary buyouts of flood-damaged properties
Hawarden has received a $997,885 FEMA award to help acquire properties damaged in the June 2024 flooding through a voluntary buyout and mitigation program.
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Oconomowoc advances fourth Olde Highlander phase with 93 additional homes
The Oconomowoc Common Council approved agreements for a fourth Olde Highlander phase, adding 93 homes within a planned 354-home development.
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Mille Lacs Band seeks bids to furnish renovated Nay Ah Shing Upper School in Onamia
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe requested sealed bids for classroom, office and school furniture, including delivery and installation, at the renovated Nay Ah Shing Upper School.
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Littleville made eligible for up to $9.32 million in water infrastructure financing
The Alabama Department of Environmental Management announced up to $9,322,870 in financial assistance for Littleville through Clean Water State Revolving Fund and American Rescue Plan Act financing.
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Battle Ground council reportedly votes 4-3 to remove City Manager Kristina Swanson
Battle Ground’s council reportedly voted 4-3 to terminate City Manager Kristina Swanson without cause, with the action scheduled to take effect Sept. 4.
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Elkhorn reviews 43-home subdivision proposed near Voss Road and West Market Street
A proposed 43-lot subdivision near Voss Road and West Market Street remains under review after stormwater concerns delayed approval.
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Pennsylvania awards $2 million for Connellsville mixed-use medical and commercial facility
A $2 million state award will support a planned mixed-use facility along Route 119 North in Connellsville, including urgent care, medical offices, retail and office space.
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Kemmerer council approves rules for possible 1,600-worker temporary housing camp
The ordinance creates a regulatory framework for temporary workforce housing tied to construction of TerraPower’s Natrium project, but the camp is not reported as built or occupied.
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Edinburgh Town Council scheduled to meet August 10 after July 27 session
Edinburgh Town Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Monday, August 10, 2026, after meetings on July 13 and July 27. The town’s water system serves approximately 5,000 customers.
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Arkansas awards $11.48 million toward new Paris middle school
The Paris School District is listed for a new middle school in Arkansas’ 2025–27 partnership program, with $11,475,516.91 in state financial participation.
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Fairfield council approves land exchange for proposed 156-unit housing development
The Fairfield City Council approved a land exchange May 12 tied to Kading Properties’ proposed housing development, estimated at more than $30 million and planned to include 156 rental units.
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Normandy Park sidewalk project clears environmental and permitting milestones
A proposed ADA-compliant sidewalk and crosswalk connection along Southwest Normandy Road has completed environmental documentation and received permits, but construction and full funding are not yet confirmed.
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Albion District Library millage renewal set for Aug. 4 ballot
Albion District Library voters will decide whether to authorize a 10-year, 2.4777-mill operating levy on Aug. 4, 2026.
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West Long Branch Plans $1.647 Million in 2026 Capital Improvements
West Long Branch’s 2026-2031 capital program identifies $1.647 million in anticipated 2026 costs for paving, sidewalks, police vehicles, public-works equipment, buildings and other improvements.
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Centerville City Schools launches long-term facility planning effort
Centerville City Schools has launched Build Elk Strong, a planning process focused on school infrastructure, safety needs and future community input.
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Chiefland renews school-crossing-guard agreement as 2026 municipal election is canceled
Chiefland approved a 2026-27 school-crossing-guard agreement with the Levy County School Board, while no 2026 city election will be held because candidates matched the number of open seats.
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Byron village posts Aug. 10 council meeting as summer municipal business continues
The Village of Byron has scheduled its next council meeting for Aug. 10, 2026, giving residents the next public forum for local municipal business.
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North Hempstead’s 2026 capital plan includes project at New Hyde Park Road and Marcus Avenue
North Hempstead’s adopted 2026 capital plan lists a project at New Hyde Park Road and Marcus Avenue in New Hyde Park, but does not provide construction details.
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Ohio seeks approval for $2 million roadwork grant tied to Rossford OPmobility project
The Ohio Department of Development has requested approval to release $2 million in FY2026 roadwork grant funds for an OPmobility project in Rossford.
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MDOT lists $7 million reconstruction of M-91 north of Stanton
A state transportation program lists a 4.377-mile reconstruction of M-91 from Stanton Road to Kendaville Road in 2026, along with additional road work nearby.
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Cobleskill-Richmondville district opens public comment on 2026-27 safety plan
The Cobleskill-Richmondville school board opened a 30-day comment period on its 2026-27 district-wide safety plan and scheduled an Aug. 3 public hearing.
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West Hempstead Fire District storage-building hearing held; decision not yet public
The Town of Hempstead Board of Appeals heard the West Hempstead Fire District’s application for a storage building and zoning variances at 295 Hempstead Turnpike.