After a 30-minute discussion during a work session on Monday, the Port of Olympia commission is now set to vote Oct. 26 on whether to approve a contract that would bring two, 600-plus foot ships to the marine terminal for the next five years. If approved by the commission next […]
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CLOSE At CivicCon, effective democracy researcher expert Valerie Lemmie said good government begins with going outside and talking to citizens. Pensacola News Journal Modern government is marked by intense polarization, widespread mistrust and “wicked” community problems where it seems impossible to find solutions that completely satisfy anyone, let alone everyone. Often […]
CLOSE Noblesville is the historic seat of Hamilton County. But the once-sleepy community is now undergoing major change to attract new businesses and residents. Wochit A hearing on a proposed gravel pit in Noblesville has been postponed until next month but opponents of the project are just starting to dig […]
Retro gaming fans, rejoice: It’s 2020, and NHL ’94 is back. Electronic Arts announced in early October that the beloved game that often finds itself in the “Mount Rushmore of sports video games” conversation is officially getting the remaster treatment. Entitled NHL ’94 Rewind, the game will feature updated teams […]
MARQUETTE — MSU Extension is offering a free online series entitled “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” for six consecutive Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. EST starting Nov. 17 via Zoom. The entire six-week series (Nov. 17- Dec. 22) provides caregivers support and tools to help caregivers in a variety of ways. The […]
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing updates to its rules on electronic bikes on national forest trails, like those managed by the Bridger-Teton. Officials are seeking public comments, but the window to weigh in is closing soon. Currently, e-bikes are only allowed on Forest Service trails or areas already designated […]
POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, Kan. (KSNT) — The Flint Hills in northeast Kansas are known for their abundant grazing land, but this year, the grassy fields are missing their typical dew. “This has been unusually dry for a long period of time,” said Glenn Brunkow, a seasoned Pottawatomie county farmer. Brunkow said […]
article A homeless encampment at Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis grew to an estimated 560 tents by July 9, 2020, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. (FOX 9) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Seven people experiencing homelessness filed a class action lawsuit against the city of Minneapolis Monday alleging the […]
HAMILTON — The Bitterroot National Forest is offering up some tips as hunting gets underway in Montana. All hunters during the general rifle season must wear “hunter orange” (hat, cap, vest, jacket or rain gear) above the waist. It must be the outermost garment and be visible from all sides. […]
NORTH CHARLESTON — Mary Doran had been waiting several years for the opening of the new dog park at Wannamaker County Park, located less than 2 miles from her home. Ozzie, her 9-year-old bichon frise, doesn’t get much off-leash time in Doran’s gated community. Doran figured the new space would provide […]
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