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In this episode of North Port Stories, we explore how citizen advisory boards help shape the future of our city.We're joined by Brijin Boddy and Casey McGowen, two engaged residents who share their experiences serving on North Port's Advisory Boards. From reviewing policies and projects to making recommendations that guide City Commission decisions, they discuss the real impact these volunteer boards have on our community. Brijin and Casey talk about why they chose to get involved, the meaningful contributions they've helped make, and what residents can expect if they decide to apply. Whether you're passionate about parks, planning, public safety, or civic engagement, this episode highlights how everyday residents can play a direct role in local government.Interested in getting involved? Learn more about North Port's Advisory Boards or apply to serve at NorthPortFL.gov/Advisory.
02/17/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
Today is Tuesday, February 17. Here are the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.
Hays Post reporter Becky Kiser chats with Hays City Manager Toby Dougherty and Vice Mayor Shaun Musil Full Article Here
02/10/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
02/03/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
02/03/26: Tony Gehrig is hoping to reclaim his seat on the Fargo City Commission. Gehrig served on the commission from 2015 to 2022. If elected to the Fargo City Commission, Gehrig outlined six issues he would like to focus on: Balancing the budget, reducing debt, ending incentives, ending special assessments, focusing on the needs of Fargo while rejecting the wants, and defining the role of city government. Read the full article at KFGO.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo, provided a rundown of action and issues before the Kalamazoo City Commission at it's February 2nd meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Smith from the City of Kalamazoo with a wrap up of a controversial night of activity at the Kalamazoo City Commission meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/23/26: Joel Heitkamp and JJ Gordon are joined in the KFGO studio by Anna Johnson, candidate for Fargo City Commission. She is a mural painter who sits on the Fargo Arts and Culture Commission, and is an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa. Learn more about Anna and her campaign on her website, annaforfargo.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/20/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
01/13/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
City commission approves King St. Parking Garage plans
01/06/26 City Commission by City of Lawrence
Michael Smith from the City of Kalamazoo with a rundown of action taken by the Kalamazoo City Commission in their Monday, January 5th meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today is Monday, January 5. Here are the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.
12/16/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
Michael Smith from the City of Kalamazoo gives a rundown of action from the final Kalamazoo City Commission meeting of 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hays Post reporter Becky Kiser chats with Hays City Commissioner Reese Barrick and Hays City Manager Toby Dougherty Full Article Here
12/09/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
12/02/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
Michael Smith, Communications Manager for the City of Kalamazoo details highlights from the meeting including issues of utility rates and a controversial rezoning issue on Stadium Drive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today is Tuesday, November 25. Here are the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.
11/18/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
The Fargo City Commission has decided to stop broadcasting the public comment section of its meetings. So what should fill that awkward audio gap? Scotch, Tank, and Mandy brainstorm hilarious and creative ideas—with help from the Wake Up Call Text Club! From quirky soundtracks to unexpected segments, this episode is packed with laughs and local flavor. Tune in and see what Fargo could sound like next!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/12/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by the Mayor of Harwood, ND, Blake Hankey, to get an update on the data center being built in the town. Mayor Hankey appeared at the latest Fargo City Commission meeting to ask the city to “back off” of a land grab for a proposed AI data center. Read the full article at KFGO.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/11/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
11/04/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
Our guest for episode nineteen is Peter Oppelt, a 20 under 40 winner and city commissioner, discusses his journey from Fort Riley to Manhattan, where he pursued an economics degree at K-State. He works in data and analytics for Travelers Insurance. Peter's wife, a successful pie business owner, inspired him to stay in Manhattan. He emphasizes the importance of community involvement, citing his role in HYPE and Marlatt PTO. Peter highlights the challenges of running for City Commission, including fundraising. He advises young professionals to seek mentors and opportunities. Peter shares his passion for drums and his favorite concerts, including Weird Al Yankovic and Paul McCartney.
Today is Monday, November 10. Here are the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.
Stunning referendum outcome in Gainesville, on hour 2 of the Wednesday Bob Rose Show. Voters overwhelmingly want Gainesville Regional Utilities back in control of the City Commission. GRU's history of financial mismanagement, what the vote means, and what challenges remain. Plus, the morning's breaking stories for 11-5-25
Host Dave Fiore speaks with Mark Mustian, attorney, author and founder of the Word of South Festival of Literature and Music. Mark grew up in Tallahassee, learned discipline in the Leon High School band and was elected student body president. At the beginning of his career, Mark said he had three life goals: be an attorney, teach and write a book. While he would eventually accomplish all three, he also would serve 10 years on the City Commission, get appointed as Tallahassee Chamber Board Chair and be instrumental in the creation of Cascades Park, turning a decades-long eyesore into a community treasure. Mark recently published his third book, receiving great reviews and literary awards. But it is the impact of Word of South for which he is perhaps best known locally. Now more than 10 years old, the festival attracts national attention and talent, held appropriately in the park he helped make a reality. Mark is already working on his next novel but wanted to keep the details under wraps – at least for now. Learn More About Mark Mustian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mustian-17066776 Website: https://markmustian.com/ Books "The Return:" https://markmustian.com/the-return "The Gendarme:" https://markmustian.com/the-gendarme "Boy With Wings:" https://markmustian.com/boy-with-wings Word of South: https://wordofsouthfestival.com/
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10/21/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
10/14/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
The City of Gainesville referendum trying to overturn the state running Gainesville Regional Utilities is before city voters. GRU CEO Ed Bielarski on how the City Commission is deceiving voters, precedent for the state taking over municipal utilities, ‘homerule,' and how Alachua County GRU customers have no say in the referendum. Fiscal responsibility vs. City raiding profits for pet projects
10/07/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
City Commission concerned over crumbling Spanish St. house
09/16/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
09/09/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
09/02/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
The ongoing battle over Gainesville Regional Utilities, as the City Commission fights to use GRU profits to fund liberal projects. CEO Ed Bielarski on present management's priorities, including lowering rates and using open markets to reduce customer bills. Running GRU as a business for the benefit of rate payers vs. Gainesville commissioners' priorities, legal fights to prevent implementation of a referendum before city voters, and the out-of-city consumers now represented by Bielarski.
08/19/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
08/12/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
08/05/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
☕ Podcast Summary (Apple/Spotify-style): On this lively episode of The Coffee Club Show, hosts Janae and Ronnie tackle everything from Fargo's controversial preliminary city budget to vintage treasures hiding in your parents' attic — and yes, it's also National Underwear Day, so buckle up. Featuring passionate discussion on city spending cuts, stormy weather updates, and the curious world of retro lunchboxes, it's a caffeine-fueled mix of local issues, nostalgia, and laughs. We also welcome Virginia Krausher from the Fargo American Legion to talk about the Military Veterans Organization Food Drive, and how you can help the Great Plains Food Bank restock its critical supplies. From snarky public officials to collectible Pyrex, from haunted Matt Rife dolls to bad bathrobe hygiene — this episode has something for everyone.
07/15/25 City Commission by City of Lawrence
The NYPD is asking the White House for authorization to intercept and disable potentially hostile drones flying over New York City. Meanwhile, a city commission is recommending that borough presidents get new authority over land use decisions, allowing them a decisive vote if the City Council rejects rezoning or development plans. And New York's baseball stars shine: Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor and Yankees slugger Aaron Judge have been named starters for this year's MLB All-Star Game.
Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today is Monday, June 9. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.