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Chester residents are frustrated as their new trash hauler has repeatedly missed recycling pickups, leaving many to wonder if their recyclables are being properly managed.

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Residents tell Chester council new trash hauler missed recycling, city promises follow‑up
Multiple residents told council the new hauler missed recycling pickups and commingled recycling with trash; Public Works Director Andrew Haman and Recycle Coordinator Melber Rothwell acknowledged dozens of complaints, described outreach and tagging protocols, and directed residents to file formal complaints via the municipal switchboard for tracking.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:40 AM
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Hiya, I have 4 more school fact file sheets for #FossilFriday:
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I hope you like them!
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A fact file of Tianyulong with a drawing oc it in the centre, surrounded by facts and labels, with a time scale on the right. A fact file of Darwinopterus with a drawing of it in the centre, surrounded by facts and labels, with a time scale on the right. A fact file of Oregramma with a drawing of it in the centre, surrounded by facts and labels, with a time scale on the right. A fact file of Caytonia with a drawing of a tree on the right, and the leaves and reproductive organs on the left, surrounded by facts and labels, with a time scale on the right.
January 16, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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NG North America is set to transform the Prairie Hill wind project by replacing 100 outdated turbines with 63 powerful giants, making a significant impact on local taxes and the environment!

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NG North America outlines plan to remove 100 turbines, repower Prairie Hill wind project in Limestone County
NG North America told Limestone County commissioners it will decommission 100 underperforming turbines at the Prairie Hill project and replace them with 63 larger turbines over 2026–27, using controlled blasts for felling and onsite recycling, while assuring ongoing public notifications and local tax commitments.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:03 AM
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Mercer Island school leaders are sounding the alarm as falling enrollment threatens vital funding, pushing for urgent legislative action to protect education resources.

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Mercer Island school leaders, legislators press for funding fixes as enrollment drops
Board and legislators discussed declining enrollment, levy and bond challenges and legislative budget options including a hold‑harmless approach and experience‑factor updates to blunt a funding drop tied to roughly 8,000 fewer students statewide.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Residents are demanding answers on costly FOIL fees and questionable audit findings from the Watertown board, raising concerns about transparency and fiscal responsibility.

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Residents press Watertown board on audits, FOIL fees and legal costs
Public commenters urged greater transparency after the single audit and raised a specific complaint that a FOIL request had been quoted a $1,300 charge; the board approved the single audit but citizens pressed for clearer communication and stronger fiscal oversight.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Utah's education committee has hit the pause button on crucial governance changes for the Schools for the Deaf and Blind, promising clearer communication as they navigate leadership adjustments.

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Utah committee delays USDB governance rule until after legislative session, pledges clearer public messaging
The committee postponed changes to admin rule R277-800 governing the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind until after the legislative session and directed staff to publish a clear explanation of the current interim structure on USBE and USDB websites.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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The Bedford Education Association has issued a unanimous vote of no confidence in the superintendent, sparking a heated debate over leadership and staff treatment that has left the community divided.

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Bedford teachers’ union announces vote of no confidence; public calls for superintendent resignation
Members of the Bedford Education Association told the Board of Education they unanimously voted a no-confidence motion on Nov. 17 and urged leadership changes, citing personnel-handling, communication failures, and a punitive work environment; the board said personnel matters cannot be debated in public and later moved to executive session.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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Delray Beach has secured a $148 million revenue bond to kickstart a new water treatment plant, paving the way for exciting infrastructure developments!

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Delray Beach Manager: $148M Revenue Bond Closed; Water projects move toward groundbreaking
City Manager Moore told commissioners the city closed a $148 million revenue bond underwritten by Bank of America Securities and announced construction recommendation items will be presented Dec. 8 to finalize a groundbreaking for the new water treatment plant; staff also updated several waterfront projects and a recent backflow fix.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:24 AM
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Black Hawk County's election staff overcame a major phone outage on election day, successfully implementing a new electronic pull-book system that slashed prep time from 40 hours to under 10!

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Black Hawk County certifies Nov. 4 election results after staff handle phone outage and tout new electronic pull book
The board certified combined city and school election outcomes from Nov. 4 after elections staff described a phone outage on election day, the improvised Google-number workaround, and the benefits of a new electronic pull-book system that reduced prep time from roughly 40 hours to under 10.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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The advisory board is on a mission to simplify blast-complaint data into an accessible one-page summary, tackling misinformation and ensuring accurate city representation.

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Advisory board narrows one‑page summary for blast‑complaint report, assigns data‑cleaning tasks
Advisory board members agreed a one‑page public cover should show total complaints, total blasts, PPV metrics (average and max) and complaints by municipality; members assigned chart fixes, ZIP‑code scrubbing for city counts, and set deadlines for revised graphics.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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Parents demand clearer communication from FCPS after the removal of a special-education assistant, seeking transparency on staffing and student support.

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Parents press FCPS on Oakdale Middle staffing, background checks and communication after personnel removal
Multiple parents raised concerns about a special-education assistant removed from Oakdale Middle School, asking how FCPS conducts background checks, how often staff are re-screened, why public communications were limited and what supports are available for affected students. District officials said investigations are ongoing, that prior employment
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November 7, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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Middleton residents are raising alarms over skyrocketing sewer bills as city leaders grapple with costly wastewater upgrades mandated by state regulations.

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Middleton officials outline costly wastewater upgrades as residents voice alarm over rising sewer bills
Residents at the Nov. 5 Middleton City Council meeting pressed the council for clearer facts and relief after staff and council described a multi‑phase wastewater upgrade required by state regulators and estimated at tens of millions of dollars. Council and staff said the project is driven by DEQ/EPA mandates, that earlier estimates have changed, &
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November 7, 2025 at 4:32 AM
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The Indian River County Board is in the spotlight as a proposed contract renewal for the county administrator sparks heated debates over leadership, communication, and community trust.

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Indian River County administratorscontract renewal draws split board and public criticism over timing and communication
County Administrator brought a proposed three-year contract renewal to the Nov. 4 agenda; the proposal (no new salary increase) drew extended debate from commissioners and members of the public about timing, staff communication and the administrator'9s leadership. Supporters pointed to planning, utilities and infrastructure accomplishments; critics
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November 5, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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Confusion reigns over the future of Hennepin County's community productive day program as instructors receive mixed messages about its funding and participation.

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Carpenters union caller urges clearer communication on county "community productive day" program
A recorded public comment from a representative of the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters praised the program's success and said instructors received conflicting messages about its future; caller urged inclusion of an instructor in future budget discussions.
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October 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Residents demand answers as Oakland faces a storm of complaints over skyrocketing utility bills amidst a $25 million wastewater upgrade!

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Oakland leaders, residents clash over high utility bills as town details $25 million wastewater project
Residents pressed the Town of Oakland for answers about recent $100–$400 utility bills while officials outlined a $25 million wastewater plant expansion, explained revenue sources and said bookkeeping and communication failures helped fuel confusion.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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The New Hampshire Legislature is shaking things up as the OPLC unveils innovative strategies to tackle a backlog of complaints and enhance transparency in professional licensure.

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OPLC updates on complaint handling and investigation policies amid backlog challenges
Nicholas Frey shares OPLC's progress on complaint investigations and new communication protocols.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Residents are raising their voices over confusing zoning changes that could impact their properties, sparking a heated discussion at the latest Christian County Commission meeting.

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Christian County Planning Commission Discusses Controversial Zoning Change for Housing Development
The commission reviews resident concerns over zoning changes for a proposed subdivision.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Kokomo residents are outraged after being caught off guard by surprise roadwork, leaving them scrambling to move their cars in the early morning chaos.

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Resident Voices Concerns Over Sudden Street Department Work in Neighborhood
Resident raises issues about poor communication from street department during recent paving work.
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October 3, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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The Alabama Joint Study Commission has clarified that completion notices can now be posted on the awarding authority's website, paving the way for more accessible public communication!

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Commission Clarifies Posting Rules for Completion Notices During Virtual Meeting
Commission agrees awarding authority can post completion notices on their website.
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September 30, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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New Carlisle City Council is taking big steps to improve communication with residents—are you ready to see how they plan to make it easier for you to voice your concerns?

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New Commission Discusses Call Handling and Community Support Structures
Commission explores call management, community collaboration, and organizational structure for service delivery.
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September 30, 2025 at 6:51 AM
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Fond du Lac City Council is taking big steps to clarify employee salaries with personalized letters, ensuring everyone knows their pay adjustments by January 1!

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Council Approves Employee Salary Letters After Wage Study Review
Council plans to send salary letters to employees by January 1 to clarify compensation.
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September 27, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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Davis County's Budget Committee sheds light on the crucial role of surveyors amid confusion over property disputes and recent legislative changes.

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County Surveyor Discusses Monument Disputes and NAD 83 Compliance Changes
County surveyor clarifies legal aspects of survey disputes following NAD 83 compliance changes.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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Wisconsin's Public Service Commission just approved a major renewable energy project, but not without calling for crucial changes in communication to better engage the public!

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Wisconsin Commission Approves Whitewater Solar Project with New Communication Requirements
Wisconsin Commission votes to approve the Whitewater Solar project with enhanced public communication measures.
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September 26, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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Appleton's Parks and Recreation Committee takes a bold step by separating the renaming of Veterans Park from policy discussions, ensuring clarity and transparency.

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City Council Separates Veterans Park Renaming from Policy Discussions
City Council votes 3-0 to separate Veterans Park renaming from policy changes.
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September 23, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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The Township of Ocean School District Board of Education is taking transparency to new heights, ensuring community voices are heard even amidst necessary meeting cancellations.

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Oakhurst School Board Addresses Meeting Cancellation and Public Communications
Oakhurst School Board explains recent meeting cancellation and updates on public communication protocols.
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September 21, 2025 at 5:33 AM