Hayesville High names Kenneth Dockery athletic director
Kenneth Dockery was named athletic director at Hayesville High School in a July 20, 2026 report, bringing a reported leadership change to the school’s athletics program.
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Four arrested after alleged contraband was thrown over Ridgeville prison fence
Four people were arrested after officials said Pringles cans packed with contraband were thrown over the fence at MacDougall Correctional Institution in Ridgeville on July 23, 2026.
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Windsor Road in Orwell Township closed through September for bridge work
Ashtabula County says Windsor Road in Orwell Township will close July 6 through Sept. 24 for bridge replacement and road-alignment work 2,000 feet west of Parks Road.
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The Dalles Mayor Rich Mays will not seek reelection after third term
Mayor Rich Mays will not seek another term in The Dalles after completing his third term, according to a July 24 report that described a three-way race to succeed him.
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Perry sets financing intent for Center Road drainage improvements
The Village of Perry has listed Resolution 8-2026, a financing-intent step for 2025 Center Road drainage improvements using planned tax-exempt debt proceeds from the State of Ohio.
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Woodland Hills affordable-housing proposal remains under review with 96 planned units
A proposed seven-story apartment building at 23022 W. Ventura Blvd. would add 96 units of 100% affordable housing, but Los Angeles City Planning has not recorded final action on the application.
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Storm flooding again covers Lindenhurst streets near the waterfront
A July 6 storm flooded streets south of Montauk Avenue, including Surf Street and Beach Street, while residents described recurring inundation and moving vehicles to higher ground.
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Danvers moves to Level 5 outdoor water restrictions as water rates rise
Danvers began Level 5 outdoor water restrictions July 21, while FY2027 water and sewer rate increases began appearing on bills issued in July.
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Montrose backs affordable-housing project at former Kinikin site after $750,000 state grant application
The Montrose City Council approved a letter of intent supporting a possible city-owned land donation for a proposed MADA affordable-housing project, but state funding and construction remain unresolved.
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Downtown Paragould parking-lot project breaks ground with safety and accessibility goals
Community leaders broke ground June 6, 2026, on downtown Paragould parking-lot improvements intended to make parking safer, more accessible and more attractive.
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East Bridgewater discloses $425,000 wire transfer after June data breach
East Bridgewater says a June 1, 2026, data breach led to a $425,000 wire transfer to people posing as attorneys involved in town litigation.
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MnDOT presents updated Highway 210 plans in Deerwood as project advances toward 2029 completion
MnDOT held a July 9 open house in Deerwood to present updated Highway 210 layout concepts, including planned pavement, drainage and accessibility improvements expected to continue through fall 2029.
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Union’s Arts Center and Library complex sets theater, concerts and blood drive
Union’s Arts Center and Library complex at 1980 Morris Avenue is scheduled to host a July theater production, two summer concerts and an August blood drive while the township develops a draft safety plan focused on areas near schools.
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Holland’s 8th Street water-main project continues through November 2026
Phase 2 of Holland’s 8th Street water-main reconstruction began May 11, with temporary road or lane controls authorized from June 9 through July 10 and more project phases expected afterward.
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Batesburg-Leesville moves ahead with solar array at wastewater treatment plant
Batesburg-Leesville Town Council approved Branham Group’s selection for a proposed solar array at the town’s wastewater treatment plant under a CPRG grant. The project remains at the intent-to-award stage.
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Duplin schools schedule Wallace-area meeting, teacher workdays before new year
Duplin County Schools has scheduled a 6-7 p.m. Board of Education meeting for August 7, 2026, followed by mandatory teacher workdays from August 10-12.
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Telecommunications work brings lane closures to Arlington-area roads through Aug. 12
Snohomish County’s July 27 road update lists daytime lane closures for telecommunications and underground fiber work on Jim Creek Road and N. Cedarvale Loop Road in the Arlington area.
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Cleveland County Schools names Brian Hunnell interim superintendent as permanent search continues
Cleveland County Schools appointed Dr. Brian Hunnell interim superintendent effective July 1, as Dr. Stephen Fisher retires and the board continues reviewing 24 applicants for the permanent position.
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YMCA selected to build Elmont community center; National Grid work also underway nearby
The YMCA of Long Island was selected to develop a proposed community center at 570 Elmont Road, while National Grid construction near Marguerite Avenue is scheduled to continue through spring 2027.
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Middlesex Water Announces About $10 Million in South Plainfield Infrastructure Investment
Middlesex Water Company says it will invest approximately $10 million in water infrastructure serving South Plainfield and Carteret, but the company has not disclosed the local allocation, project list or construction schedule.
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Clive Wins $1 Million Federal Investment for Alice’s Road Reconstruction
A $1 million FY2026 federal investment will advance planned reconstruction of Alice’s Road between Berkshire Parkway and Meredith Drive in Clive.
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Alabama broadband award targets 3,395 Monroe County locations, including Uriah service area
Alabama has received final approval for its BEAD broadband proposal, including $23.95 million aimed at extending high-speed internet access to 3,395 Monroe County locations. Uriah-specific addresses and construction dates have not been released.