Harrisburg’s William Penn property demolition was set to begin July 28
The Harrisburg Bureau of Water scheduled demolition of the William Penn property for July 28, but the city has not disclosed the cost, duration or next use.
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Grapevine council sets dates for proposed FY 2026 budget
Grapevine City Council will review the proposed operating budget Aug. 13 before a Sept. 2 hearing and planned adoption vote.
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La Crosse Water Utility proposes rate increase after 2024 review
The La Crosse Water Utility proposed a rate increase July 21 after a review that began in 2024. The amount and timing remain unspecified.
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Harrisonburg Primary Moves Two Council Seats Toward Nov. 3 Vote
Harrisonburg’s Aug. 4 dual primary included two Democratic City Council nominations. The next major date in the contest is the Nov. 3 general election.
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Hoffman Estates Data-Center Rezoning Proposal Withdrawn
A proposed Hoffman Estates data-center rezoning was withdrawn July 2 after residents raised concerns about water use, environmental effects and transparency.
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Cuyahoga Falls Reschedules America 250 Fireworks for Aug. 7
Cuyahoga Falls moved its America 250 fireworks from July 3 to Aug. 7, with downtown performances from 6 to 10 p.m. and fireworks at 10 p.m.
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Florissant Seeks Contractor for Koch Park Soccer-Field Installation
Florissant solicited bids for a Koch Park soccer-field installation, with irrigation, a 2-inch sand base and underdrain work included in the scope.
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Cleveland Council Weighed Utility Eminent-Domain Request
Cleveland City Council was scheduled to consider supporting a utility authority request involving electric facilities and service rights on Dry Valley Road.
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Milford Plans 10 Armed School Guards for 2026-27
Milford Public Schools plans 10 armed security guards for eight elementary schools and The Academy, with an estimated program cost of $576,000.
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Mishawaka schools weigh more than $1 million in building repairs
The School City of Mishawaka is considering more than $1 million in building work, including a second phase of hydronic piping replacement at LaSalle Elementary.
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Newark schools scheduled free back-to-school event at The Works
Newark City Schools scheduled Rally in the Alley for Aug. 1 at The Works, with free school supplies, backpacks, community resources and immunization access.
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Huntington Park voters will decide council term limits in November
Huntington Park voters will decide Nov. 3, 2026, whether to impose new City Council term limits. The proposal is not yet in effect.
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Fort Pierce Sets Public Meeting on Former HD King Power Plant Site
Fort Pierce will take public input Aug. 24 on redevelopment of the former HD King Power Plant site, beginning a city planning step for the property.
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Dunwoody Says 2026 Property-Tax Rate Will Stay Flat
Dunwoody says its 2026 municipal property-tax rate will remain flat. A City Council meeting on Aug. 10 is the next public checkpoint.
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Clarksville finalizes $178.7 million budget with higher tax rate
Clarksville adopted its FY2026-27 budget with $178.7 million in General Fund spending and a property-tax rate of $1.01 per $100.
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Brownsville voters will decide proposed charter changes in November 2026
The Brownsville City Commission called a November 2026 election on proposed City Charter amendments, but the ballot questions and exact date are not yet available.
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Birmingham approves $39.5 million KultureCity accessibility hub
The Birmingham City Council approved a development agreement with KultureCity for a planned national hub focused on accessibility, employment and innovation.
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Vancouver Arts & Music Festival Returns Downtown Aug. 7–9
Vancouver’s free Arts & Music Festival returns Aug. 7–9 at Esther Short Park and downtown, with performances, art, workshops and family activities.
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Mobile approves $6.3 million replacement animal-services facility
Mobile City Council approved a roughly $6.3 million contract for a new Animal Services facility, advancing plans to replace the city’s cramped downtown shelter.
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Construction Begins on Grand Rapids’ Rapids Restoration Project
In-river construction began July 1 on Grand Rapids’ effort to remove four low-head dams and restore rapids, habitat and public safety downtown.
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Augusta weighs first data-center rules as moratorium deadline arrives
Augusta officials presented proposed data-center rules as a temporary moratorium neared its July 21 expiration and a broader zoning rewrite continued.
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Columbus council to review Flock camera audit Aug. 10
Columbus City Council is expected to review an audit of Flock license-plate readers and their connection to federal immigration enforcement on Aug. 10.