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The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 10, 2026, was primarily focused on the revision and approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by the County Executive and Chief Fiscal Officer, followed by reports from seven key departments and extensive public testimony. Fiscal Overview and Challenges Chief Fiscal Officer Amanda Thomas presented an $8.9 Billion all-funds spending plan, which represented a $101 million operating deficit driven by two primary factors: Structural Deficit: The ongoing reliance on one-time funding to pay for continuing costs. Federal HR 1 Impacts: Changes at the federal level that shifted approximately $50 million in costs to the county, particularly regarding Med-Cal eligibility, indigent care, and CalFresh administrative costs. To address the shortfall, the Board had previously directed departments to implement a 2.5% initial allocation reduction. Departmental Budget Presentations District Attorney (Tan Ho): Ho opposed a proposed $4.1 million reduction (14 positions), arguing his office was already "running on fumes". He emphasized that "vacant" positions were actually committed to law students slated to pass the bar and that cuts would force him to scale back misdemeanor prosecutions and the Community Prosecution unit. Sheriff's Office (Jim Cooper): The Sheriff contested a $13.7 million reduction (48 positions), asserting that while "core functions" like jails and contracts were mandated, the cuts would decimate "non-core" but vital public safety units such as POP (Problem Oriented Policing), HOT (Homeless Outreach Team), and Marine Enforcement. He highlighted that the county already has the fewest officers per capita in the region and response times are double the national average. Public Defender (Amanda Benson): Benson reported a 20% increase in criminal filings and a 300% increase in City Attorney cases. She warned that cutting mental health diversion and post-conviction representation units would lead to caseload overloads and increased county liability. Regional Parks (Liz Bellis): Bellis noted that while the park system has grown 70% in acreage since 1991, permanent staff has decreased by 15%. Proposed cuts included three park rangers (a 17% reduction to the Parkway patrol) and a 46% reduction in extra-help seasonal staff. Human Assistance (Ethan Dye): Dye focused on the impacts of HR 1 on CalFresh, noting that every dollar spent by the county now only draws down $3.44 in state/federal funds, compared to $5.67 previously. Health Services (Tim Letts): This department accounts for 70% of health spending via Behavioral Health. Letts highlighted growth for a new youth facility but noted intense pressure from the Mays Consent Decree, which requires significant staffing and infrastructure investments in correctional health. Public Comment and Deliberations Over 120 residents and officials provided testimony. Business leaders and community members strongly advocated for restoring the Sheriff's HOT and POP teams and the DA's Community Prosecutors, citing their effectiveness in addressing retail theft and homelessness. Conversely, many community advocates urged the Board to maintain the DA and Sheriff cuts, suggesting the DA could save millions by ending the pursuit of the death penalty. Others pleaded for the restoration of foster youth transportation (Hop Skip Drive) and prevention programs like Birth and BEYOND. Final Board Actions After extensive debate regarding the use of the 9.9 million in funding: Sheriff's Office: Restored funding for the Marine and HOT teams ($7,894,989), but notably did not include the POP team. District Attorney: Restored four Community Prosecutor positions (~$1.37 million) contingent on an MOU to ensure the funds are used for that specific purpose. Public Defender: Restored funding for critical caseload support ($649,076). The Board agreed to revisit other high-priority "prevention" programs—including foster youth transportation, Birth and BEYOND, and public health initiatives—during the September budget revision when final state funding numbers are clearer. The final action left the county with a remaining contingency of $6,330,683.  

Public comments from Box Elder Commission meetings -- Study: Quantifying the taxpayers savings from city outdoor rec opportunities 

À l'occasion de Sant'Expo 2026, Monique Sorrentino, directrice générale du CHU Grenoble-Alpes, détaille l'irruption concrète de l'intelligence artificielle dans le monde hospitalier. Entre prédiction des flux de patients, automatisation et exploitation massive des données de santé, elle décrit une transformation déjà en cours.

Commissioner of Natural Resources with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Kelly Applegate talks about the proposed Tamarack Mine and offers some updates and action plans

The daily lives of many Australians revolve around toilet access. But while public toilets are a vital part of urban infrastructure, they're often unsafe, unusable or hard to find. - La vie quotidienne de nombreux Australiens dépend de l'accès aux toilettes. Mais si les toilettes publiques constituent un élément essentiel de l'infrastructure urbaine, elles sont souvent dangereuses, inutilisables ou difficiles à trouver.

Clark County's draft 2026-2032 Parks and Nature Capital Improvement Plan is open for public comment through June 19. The plan covers nine sites including Klineline Pond, Whipple Creek Regional Park, and two new neighborhood parks in Mount Vista and Minnehaha. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-seeks-public-comment-on-the-parks-and-nature-capital-improvement-plan/ #ClarkCounty #ParksAndNature #Vancouver #WashingtonState #PublicComment #ClarkCountyParks #CapitalImprovementPlan #CommunityParks

The Associated Students Black Women's Health Collaborative (BWHC) alleged anti-Black actions by the AS Finance Committee and AS Senate following a 67% decreased budget recommendation for their organization. Members noted the cuts were disproportionate to all other BCU budget recommendations, and were the result of anti-Black sentiment. BWHC board members and community members took to the April 22nd Senate meeting to speak on the recommended decreased budget, advocate for BWHC, and shed light on the events the organization hosts for UCSB's student body. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez brings us the full story.

Welcome to your weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week; the FAA dropped Section 2209 NPRM, the public comment window is closing on DJI's FCC Covered List challenge, a record-breaking 218 drone incursions over wildfires last year, ACSL is Partnering with Draganfly, and today marks 7 years of uninterrupted drone news! First up this week, the FAA has finally filed its long-overdue Section 2209 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, or NPRM. This opens a 60-day comment window that will determine how fixed-site facilities can apply for permanent drone restrictions over their property. The 181-page rule creates a new 14 CFR Part 74 framework with two tiers: a Standard Unmanned Aircraft Flight Restriction and a Special UAFR. The FAA proposes limiting eligibility to 16 critical infrastructure sectors, which could encompass more than 9,000 eligible facilities. The proposed rule includes a transit lane for commercial operators! Drones operating under Parts 91, 107, 108, 135, and 137 will be allowed to transit a Standard UAFR if they broadcast Remote ID, transit in the shortest practicable time, and notify the facility. Unfortunately, recreational flyers are not on that list. This rule explicitly does NOT grant facility operators counter-drone authority, such as jamming or drone capture. It is strictly an airspace designation. Next, the deadline to submit public comments on the FCC petition regarding DJI's placement on the Covered List is rapidly approaching on May 11, 2026. DJI is challenging the FCC's December 2025 decision that effectively blocks the authorization of new affected products for sale or import into the United States. DJI has pursued legal action in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. So far, more than 460 comments have been submitted, and the Department of Defense has recently urged the FCC to reject DJI's petition.Third up, the U.S. Forest Service reported a staggering 218 drone sightings over active wildfires in 2025. Most of these happened during the Eaton and Palisades, which includes the one on January 9, 2025 where a privately flown drone actually collided with a Canadair CL-415 Super Scooper aircraft, punching a 3-by-6-inch hole in the left wing. Remember, DJI removed mandatory geofencing enforcement from its consumer drones in early 2025, shifting to advisory warnings. Check for TFRs on tfr.faa.gov.Next up, Draganfly Inc. and ACSL signed an exclusive master distributor agreement on May 7, 2026, making Draganfly the sole Canadian distributor of ACSL's drone technology. The agreement also includes technical integration work between the two companies' platforms. The initial product offering is the ACSL SOTEN. Under the integration component of the agreement, Draganfly's Apex and Commander 3XL drones will be made compatible with SOTEN's swappable payloads and the TAITEN ground control station, allowing operators to mix components across both manufacturers' systems. SOTEN joins Draganfly's existing lineup of Apex, Commander 3XL, and Heavy Lift platforms.And last up, Today marks 7 years of uninterrupted drone news! We've covered a ton of ground since we started, with over 460,000 students, over a million enrollments, including 148,000 Part 107 students, 61,000 free stickers, which will continue to be free thanks to community donations, over 28,000 active members in our community, over 365,000 free TRUST certificates issued, and over 19,000 WINGS credits issued on the FAASafety platform. Thank you for your support! We'll see you on Monday for the live and on post flight in the premium community!https://dronelife.com/2026/05/05/public-comment-window-closing-fcc-weighs-dji-challenge-to-covered-list-ruling/https://dronexl.co/2026/05/01/218-wildfire-drone/https://dronexl.co/2026/05/05/faa-section-2209-nprm-drops/https://acsl-usa.com/https://draganfly.com/

La vie quotidienne de nombreux Australiens dépend de l'accès aux toilettes. Mais si les toilettes publiques constituent un élément essentiel de l'infrastructure urbaine, elles sont souvent dangereuses, inutilisables ou difficiles à trouver.

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Today - Bisbee City Hall was supposed to hear public comment — but for one night, it became an open mic.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anita Gaul was a frequent guest with Vineeta in 2023 as the design of a new flag took shape. How did the process work? Many are crying foul, but they had a chance to participate and chose not to says Anita. Find out more on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta

Anita Gaul was a frequent guest with Vineeta in 2023 as the design of a new flag took shape. How did the process work? Many are crying foul, but they had a chance to participate and chose not to says Anita. Find out more on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta

Montana anglers have a chance to help shape the future of fishing in the state. Click on the podcast to find out more as we talk with Greg Lemon and Adam Strainer from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks about the […] The post Fishing – Across the Big Sky, and For Public Comment on New Regs first appeared on Voices of Montana.

On this week's show, the boys revisit some old Cheesecake Factory business, Dave finally sees the hottest sci fi of 2026, Stan tries AirPods, and everyone goes over their Game Grid! Become a citizen of The Dive Down Nation!: http://www.patreon.com/thedivedown Show the world that you're a proud citizen of The Dive Down Nation with some merch from the store: https://www.thedivedown.com/store Upgrade your gameplay and your gameday with Heavy Play accessories. Use code THEDIVEDOWN for 10% off your first order at https://www.heavyplay.com Get 25% Cashback after 3 months of service with ManaTraders! https://www.manatraders.com/?medium=thedivedown and use coupon code THEDIVEDOWN And now receive 8% off your order of paper cards from Nerd Rage Gaming with code DIVE8 at https://www.nerdragegaming.com/ Timestamps: 0:01 - Some things about Cincinnati 5:48 - This week's show 7:08 - Cheesecake Factory, revisited 13:08 - Dave saw Project Hail Mary 15:20 - Competency porn 20:50 - Stan tried Airpods 22:49 - Our video game grids 26:10 - Our Favorite Games 35:39 - The Best Story 44:13 - The Best Antagonist 51:32 - What Needs A Remake? 55:46 - The Best Art Style 59:20 - The Most Interesting Mechanics 1:05:06 - Public Comments - does PC gaming suck? 1:12:25 - Wrapping up Links from this week's episode: https://grids.fun/t/about-me-video-games-mf3qh Our opening music is Nowhere - You Never Knew, and our closing music is Space Blood - Goro? Is That Your Christian Name? email us: thedivedown@gmail.com

Aubrey Masango chats with Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant and Accredited Commercial Mediator at Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), to unpack the Labour Law Amendment Bill. They dive into the proposed changes, key feedback, and what's next for implementation. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Labour Law Amendment Bill, Galeboe Modisapodi, Legal Matters, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, BCEA Employment Equity Act, EEA, Labour Relations Act, LRA, National Minimum Wage Act, NMWA, Unemployment Insurance Act, UIA The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to your weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week, a major confirms nobody is replacing DJI in the consumer market, the FCC opens public comments on drone spectrum reforms, and Oregon tells the FCC to build drone test sites in the mountains.First up this week, a major report from The Verge confirms what we have been saying for months: nobody is coming to save the consumer drone market. According to the report, massive defense contracts have absorbed almost every American company that might have built affordable consumer drones. For example, Skydio confirmed they will not return to the consumer market, and the U.S. Army recently ordered $52 million worth of their X10D tactical drones. Why build a $500 consumer drone when the Pentagon is spending millions? We did see the Antigravity A1 hit the market recently, which is an 8K 360-degree drone that sold 30,000 units shortly after launch. But Antigravity is still a Chinese company, so they face the exact same supply chain exposure. Meanwhile, the Zero Zero HoverAir Aqua is reportedly dead in the water after failing to get FCC certification before the December ban. When volunteer fire departments or Search and Rescue can't afford a $10,000 enterprise system, they rely on affordable consumer drones. As we've said time and time again, this isn't a problem we're going to feel right now… This will be a major problem in 2-3 years. Speaking of, the Federal Communications Commission has released Public Notice DA 26-314, asking our drone industry what needs to be fixed to help the United States lead the global drone race. The notice covers six policy areas, but spectrum access is the biggest one. Right now, most U.S. drones operate on unlicensed 2.4 and 5.8 gigahertz bands, which are the same crowded frequencies used by your home Wi-Fi router. The FCC is asking if the industry should shift to the licensed 5030 to 5091 megahertz band. They previously allocated a 10-megahertz block at 5040 to 5050 megahertz for direct frequency assignments, but this has sat dormant. The FCC also wants to speed up experimental licensing and address Counter-UAS rules. Currently, Section 333 of the Communications Act prohibits willful interference with radio communications, preventing any counter-drone system that jams a signal. Comments are due by May 1st. We will have to see if they can create a credible framework before current exemptions expire in 2027.And our third story, all interconnected this week, The Oregon Department of Aviation has drafted an eight-point response to the FCC public notice. But instead of just asking for abstract reforms, Oregon is telling the FCC exactly where to build new UAS innovation zones. They identified three specific test corridors in real terrain: one in the Cascades near Oakridge, another along the Columbia River Gorge, and a third in southeast Oregon. Oregon argues that testing drones in flat, controlled academic labs does not produce data that transfers to real-world conditions. For example, wildfire response or emergency medical delivery are dealing with mountain passes, line-of-sight obstructions, and weather. Oregon also backed the push toward the 5030 to 5091 megahertz band for command and control links, emphasizing that safety-critical operations cannot rely on unlicensed bands. They also asked the FCC for a simple waiver process for trusted deployment of foreign drones during this transition period. That's all this week, join us in Post Flight where we share our opinions that may or may not be suitable for YouTube, and we'll see you next week! https://dronexl.co/2026/04/06/fcc-da-26-314-drone-spectrum-licensing-public-notice/https://dronexl.co/2026/04/07/oregon-fcc-drone-dominance-test-sites/https://dronexl.co/2026/04/07/verge-dji-ban-nobody-replacing-consumer-drones/

On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the Department of Energy (DOE) released theFinal Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement for Continued Operations at LosAlamos National Laboratory, or the Final LANL SWEIS, and its Record of Decision, orROD. Key to DOE and its National Nuclear Security Administration plans are to expandproduction of the triggers for nuclear weapons, or the pits, at LANL until at least 2038.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Connecticut Department of Transportation is launching a statewide driving awareness and enforcement campaign to crack down on distracted drivers. We spoke with Josh Morgan from the DOT about this as well as local matters like the Cribari Bridge in Westport and millions of dollars for upgrades to certain Metro North branch lines.Public Comment for Cribari Bridge until April 17th: Public EngagementImage Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

An Australian mining company is looking to build a gold mine near the town of Lincoln. State environmental regulators are now soliciting public feedback on the project.

Seattle detective settles her lawsuit against SPD // Greasing the skids even more for Sonic return // GUEST: Sully-Streamlining toll setting process comes with potential to eliminate public input // WOULD YOU RATHER!

https://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/March-7-long-show.mp3 Tyler Winter, from native Fish for Tomorrow, joins the program to advocate for native roughfish and remind listeners that the deadline to comment on lower limits for those species in Minnesota is Thursday, March 12. Then Dennis Anderson jumps into the show with host Rob Drieslein to promote the March 27-28 Duck Summit in Nicollet, Minn. Tim Lesmeister and Drieslein address controversial Bureau of Land Management nominee Stevan Pearce and the announcement that Rep. Ryan Zinke is not running for Congress again out in Montana. They also discuss the quiet debate over whether America should allow hunters to sell their venison. The post Episode 582 – MN Duck Summit preview, roughfish public comments, BLM nominee, venison for sale? appeared first on Outdoor News.

John Maytham speaks to Associate Director at Guy & Associates Incorporated, Lisa Szöke, about the proposed amendments to the current Labour Bill. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on "Off The Cuff," Melanie is joined by Karen to discuss what attendees can expect with the upcoming in-person Federal Student Aid (FSA) conference next week. From there, the team debriefs the Congressional Budget Office's new projections of a funding shortfall in the Pell Grant program. Karen then debriefs listeners on the draft 2027-28 FAFSA, which is now open for public comment, and explains how listeners can submit their own comments. Lastly, Melanie walks through NASFAA's recent webinars regarding private loan lending amid the implementation of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), and highlights NASFAA resources. 

The deadline to submit public comments on a proposed federal oil and gas leasing program off the Central Coast is Feb. 26. And, state senators reaffirm California's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives amid ongoing attacks from the Trump administration.

After a careful review of the inconsistent public notices for the proposed DoñaAna County East and West Microgrids Air Quality Construction Permits for ProjectJupiter, CCNS found them to be defective. The discrepancies require a restart of thepublic comment periods for the proposed $165 billion microgrid facilities that will emit upto 13 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually – more than yearly emissionsgenerated by Las Cruces, Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Currently, public comments aredue on Monday, March 2, 2026 to the New Mexico Environment Department.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to the first comments made at the NFL Combine by Steelers' GM Omar Khan. Also, Pirates' broadcaster Neil Walker and Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette each come on The Fan Hotline. February 24, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Dozens of public comments opposing the $98 million Crossroads Solar project appear to be fabricated. Ohio's siting board is considering whether to approve the project.

Brendan Gunn reacts to a lot of Phillies news including Nick Castellanos first comments as a member of the San Diego Padres. Gunner also reacts to Bryce Harper's comments regarding Dave Dombrowski. Brendan later in the show plays King of the Hill Eagles free agent edition with producer Nick Earnshaw. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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There are certain public comments that catch your attention. In the case of a recent meeting for Atlantic bonito and false albacore management, Mr. Paul Osimo's time on the microphone was so notable we had to track him down for an additional conversation.

https://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jan-31-long-show.mp3 Managing Editor Rob Drieslein kicks off this week's show with Brian Knutson from Outdoor News who gives listeners a report from the 2026 Shooting Hunting Outdoor Trade Show in Las Vegas. Then Sarah Middleton from the Minnesota DNR joins the show to talk about the agency's public comment request on how the state can tune up or improve the annual hunting and fishing regulations booklets. Tim Lesmeister and Drieslein wrap up the show with chatter on a host of topics including the U.S. House vote to repeal the 20-year moratorium on sulfide-ore copper mining in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness watershed. They also talk about the Pass It On Outdoor Mentors program expanding into Minnesota, as well as a recap of the recent Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Icebreaker winter rendezvous at Breezy Point last weekend. The post Episode 577 – SHOT Show, public comment on hunting regs, BWCA and mining, Pass It On in Minnesota appeared first on Outdoor News.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for January 28th Publish Date:  January 28th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, January 28th and Happy Birthday to Jermaine Dye I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Local student Mathletes to compete in Cobb County Math Contest Support Cobb law enforcement and get a state tax credit Lawmakers push transparency in school board public comments All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 9 STORY 1: Local student Mathletes to compete in Cobb County Math Contest Cobb County’s middle school math whizzes are gearing up for the local MATHCOUNTS competition on Feb. 28 at Marietta High School. Organized by the Cobb County Chapter of the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers, the event will feature teams from Dickerson, Dodgen, and Hightower Trail middle schools. These students have been prepping since fall—hours of practice, problem-solving, and probably a few late-night algebra sessions. The competition includes both individual and team rounds, with topics like geometry, probability, and statistics. Oh, and there’s a fast-paced oral round too—no pressure, right? Winners will snag prizes and move on to the state finals on March 9 in Buford. MATHCOUNTS, a national program, aims to spark a love for math in middle schoolers—because let’s face it, this is the age where kids either embrace math or start running from it. With 50,000 students competing nationwide this year, it’s a big deal. For details, check out www.mathcounts.org. STORY 2: Support Cobb law enforcement and get a state tax credit Tax season is here, and if you live in Cobb County, there’s a way to support local law enforcement and get a state income tax credit. Thanks to the 2022 LESS Crime Act (short for Law Enforcement Strategic Support Act), Georgia taxpayers can donate to approved public safety foundations and get a dollar-for-dollar credit on their state taxes. Here’s the deal: individuals can donate up to $5,000, couples filing jointly can give $10,000, and corporations can contribute up to 75% of their state tax liability. Statewide, there’s a $75 million cap, and each foundation can accept up to $5 million annually. The process? Register with the Georgia Tax Center, wait for approval, and send your donation within 60 days. Funds go toward training, equipment, officer wellness, and community programs. In Cobb, you can donate to: Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation Acworth Police Community Foundation Cobb County Public Safety Foundation Kennesaw Public Safety Foundation Marietta Police Foundation For links and details, visit their websites. STORY 3: Lawmakers push transparency in school board public comments  Cobb County lawmakers are pushing for more transparency in school board meetings with House Bill 989, which would require public comments to be broadcast or recorded if the rest of the meeting is aired. Rep. David Wilkerson said it’s about consistency: “If you’re showing the meeting, show all of it. Don’t cut out the tough parts.” The bill comes after Cobb’s school board stopped broadcasting public comments last year, sparking backlash from parents and lawmakers. Critics called it censorship; the board cited liability concerns. Rep. Solomon Adesanya said public comments are crucial for oversight: “If you only hear one side, you control the narrative.” The bill has bipartisan support, with Rep. Jordan Ridley also signing on. “Transparency matters,” he said. “If you’re broadcasting, show the good, bad, and everything in between.” Meanwhile, Ridley floated the idea of an independent audit for Cobb schools, similar to one he championed in Cherokee County. Cobb school board Chair Randy Scamihorn defended the district, saying claims of a lack of transparency are “absolutely false.” Still, he invited lawmakers to review their processes, adding, “No organization is perfect.” We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 9 STORY 4: Cobb opens $24M joint police, sheriff firing range Cobb County just unveiled its shiny new $24 million firing range, and let’s just say—it’s a game-changer. Sheriff Craig Owens and Police Chief Dan Ferrell cut the ribbon Friday morning, joined by the Board of Commissioners, a crowd of officers, and deputies. The 65,000-square-foot facility, located next to the Public Safety Training Academy in Austell, replaces the old outdoor range that had been around for over 30 years. That one? It had a strict 8 p.m. curfew because of nearby neighborhoods. Now? Training can happen 24/7. The range features three separate areas, including a 100-yard precision range, and a high-tech 360-degree targeting system for realistic drills. Officers can train in low-light, no-light, and even less-lethal scenarios. Paid for with SPLOST funds, the range is a long-term investment in public safety—and a big win for Cobb County. STORY 5: Northwest Georgia voters to head to polls March 10 for federal and, now, state election Northwest Georgia voters are in for a political doubleheader on March 10. Not only will they pick a new state senator, but they’ll also decide if the former holder of that Senate seat, Colton Moore, should head to Congress. Here’s the backstory: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned in January with a year left in her U.S. House term, triggering a special election for District 14. Moore, who represented Senate District 53 (Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Walker, and part of Floyd counties), stepped down mid-January to join the crowded race for Greene’s seat—22 candidates, to be exact. Qualifying for Moore’s old Senate seat runs Jan. 29 to Feb. 2. Voter registration closes Feb. 9, with early voting starting Feb. 16. If no one wins outright, expect a runoff on April 7. Buckle up, northwest Georgia—it’s going to be a busy ballot. Break: STORY 6: Chris Carr talks public safety in Cobb Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr didn’t hold back when he spoke to the Cobb County Republican Women’s Club on Friday. Public safety, he said, isn’t just about stopping crime—it’s about supporting law enforcement, tackling mental health, and improving education. And now, as a candidate for governor, he’s making his case. Carr highlighted his record: creating units to fight human trafficking, gangs, opioids, and organized retail crime. “Keeping people safe is the most basic job of government,” he said. “If families don’t feel safe, we’ve failed.” He shared staggering numbers—over 200 children rescued from trafficking, 115 gang members convicted—and warned about the fentanyl crisis, calling it a “war” fueled by Mexican cartels. His office recently seized 15 pounds of the drug, enough to kill millions. On education, he stressed the importance of literacy by third grade and slammed “woke progressivism” in schools. “Our kids aren’t social experiments,” he said. “Schools should teach reading, writing, and math—not radical ideology.” Mental health? Another priority. Carr called for more facilities statewide, saying jails shouldn’t double as treatment centers. He also floated limiting phones in high schools, blaming social media for worsening students’ mental health. When asked about gambling, Carr stood firm against casino betting, citing addiction concerns. On minors accessing pornography, he tied it to human trafficking and expressed fears about AI being used to exploit kids. Former Cobb GOP Chair Rose Wing praised Carr’s tough stance on drug cartels and said she believes he’d make a “great governor.” STORY 7: Woodstock native Bolt named assistant golf coach at KSU  Abigail Bolt, a former Woodstock High School star, is heading back to familiar turf—this time as the new assistant women’s golf coach at Kennesaw State. Owls head coach Ket Vanderpool, who worked with Bolt for three seasons at Georgia State, made the announcement Friday. Bolt, who played collegiate golf at Appalachian State from 2017-21, brings a mix of coaching chops and on-course expertise. At Georgia State, she helped lead the team to nine top-five finishes and four tournament wins. Before that? She honed her skills at Towne Lake Hills Golf Club, running junior clinics and managing tournaments. As a player, Bolt was a standout at Appalachian State, earning MVP honors her senior year and finishing with a 77.81 stroke average. Since graduating in 2021, she’s stayed active in the game, competing in amateur events and continuing to build her career in golf. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 9 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. 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DOT is seeking input on contributors to supply chain bottlenecks. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 

SHORT STORY 1: Public Comment & City Council DramaFort Worth residents get more chances to speak during council meetings Fort Worth City Council member arrested, faces DWI chargesSHORT STORY 2: Tarrant County doubles down on ICE & Christian NationalismTarrant County to beef up ICE partnershipTen Commandments monumentTarrant County commissioners approve funding for legal counsel in jail death, redistricting lawsuitsSHORT STORY 3: Pete Hegseth & the War MachineHegseth visits F-35 plant in Fort WorthWINS: Tarrant Democrats seek to remove GOP candidates from ballotFort Worth Report staff is unionizing!Majority of Fort Worth council wants more money for affordable housingLandmark designation sought for historic TXU plant at Panther IslandPedestrian safety improvements planned for Fort Worth intersectionsNew leadership for Near Southside as president exits for Trinity MetroProtest for answers about SamariaLOSSES: Tarrant County GOP promises to explore hand-counting ballots in future elections, but not this year's $80M cooling equipment plant considered as more data centers built in Fort WorthNorth Texas will have a ‘Charlie Kirk Parkway' to honor Turning Point USA founderUT Arlington to offer buyouts to employees amid federal funding cutsFort Worth missed our chance to move elections to November. (Wesley has details).ACTIONS:January 21 - Early Voting for Taylor RehmetJanuary 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9February 2 - Filing opens for Fort Worth City Council District 10February 17 - Early Voting begins for PrimariesFebruary 20 - 817 Live recording at Tarrant County Democratic Party fundraiserMarch 3 - Election day for PrimariesJoin the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

Tom Brady makes rare comments about divorce, Tim Allen reveals mentoring his Home Improvement "Sons" was a challenge and Ashton Kutcher talks Demi Moore.Kelli Foster Warder, Director and the lead Erin Capello from 'Kiss Me Kate' are in Studio to talk about the show at the Bloomington Center of the Arts from Jan 22nd to Feb 15th. Details hereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Environmental Protection Agency proposed a new Waters of the U.S. Rule to give U.S. agriculture more clarity on what constitutes an actual water of the U.S. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Managing Editor for Utezone on Kyle Whittingham's public comments yesterday, He's in the transfer portal (?) + more

The Managing Editor for Utezone on Kyle Whittingham's public comments yesterday, He's in the transfer portal (?) + more

The Managing Editor for Utezone on Kyle Whittingham's public comments yesterday, He's in the transfer portal (?) + more

Join HRP's Tom Simmons and Mattew Wallace as we walk through submitting a public comment on regulations.gov. The public comment period accompanies any new rule or proposed change in rule. It's an opportunity for the general public to speak on these rules and have their voices entered into the record. Check our YouTube channel to see what we're talking about!  Our YouTube VideoRegulations.gov - This is the main site to submit to.Commenting on EPA Dockets | US EPA - This site lists how to properly write a comment.About EPA Dockets | US EPAWhere to Send Comments for EPA Dockets | US EPA - This lists how to send physical letters as comments Listen to learn more and subscribe to The Pulse for all the details.

Vancouver will restore open public comment at every council meeting starting in 2026 after a unanimous council vote, giving residents renewed opportunities to speak on any topic while raising questions about how the expanded format will work. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-support-vancouvers-decision-to-restore-open-public-comment-at-every-council-meeting-starting-in-2026/ #Opinion #Vancouver #PublicComment #CityCouncil #CommunityEngagement #ResidentVoices #LocalGovernment #CivicParticipation #CityPolicy

The Vancouver City Council has unanimously voted to bring back open public comment at council meetings in 2026, allowing residents to speak on any subject rather than only agenda items, while keeping four community forums each year. Hear what council members say about making City Hall more accessible and how the new format is expected to work. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-city-council-votes-to-bring-back-public-comment-on-any-subject-at-council-meetings/ #VancouverWA #LocalGovernment #CivicEngagement

Clark County Jail Services is asking residents to weigh in on proposed updates to its Keep Washington Working policy, a state-mandated framework meant to protect the privacy of all Washingtonians in local jails, with public comments due by noon on Dec. 10. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/jail-services-seeks-public-comment-on-updates-to-keep-washington-working-policy/ #ClarkCounty #JailServices #KeepWashingtonWorking

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.

BIG STORY: Mayor Mattie Parker's Damage Control PR TourMayor's Chair Not for the Thin-Skinned by Fort Worth MagazineTarrant residents get fewer chances to speak at local government meetings. What does that mean? SHORT STORY 1: Texas Congressional Redistricting ChaosTexas redistricting ruling upends candidates' plans for 2026Court order on Texas redistricting forces election officials, county parties to scramble — againSupreme Court temporarily restores Texas' new congressional mapFiling deadline is December 8th, and candidates don't even know what district they live in!SHORT STORY 2: Transportation & Safety StoriesFree parking in downtown Fort Worth garages will be in your rearview mirror next yearHighway collision injures Buddhist monks from Fort Worth on 2,300-mile Walk for PeaceBedford plans to remove student artwork from crosswalks to comply with Abbott's roadway directiveSHORT STORY 3: FWISD appeals State TakeoverTrustees fighting FWISD takeover, cite need for deeper reviewWINS: Ten Commandments displays in FWISD, Tarrant-area districts must be removed, judge ordersBrandi Waller-Pace's concert at Keith HouseNatalia Margarita's art show at The PoolLOSSES: Attorney at center of Keller ISD split tapped to lead Tarrant County GOP as chairHigh demand forces Tarrant County rental assistance program to close applications after 4 hoursNorth Texas Maternal Health Accelerator launches at TCU with $25MNorth Texas leaders talk oil, gas, growing nuclear industry at conferenceGoogle investing $40B into Texas for AI, new data centersACTIONS:November 25 - Future of the Community Arts Center meeting at Amphibian Stage at 6pmDecember 2 - Public Comments at Fort Worth City HallKeep an eye out for Nydia Cardenas' campaign launch

This week on "Off The Cuff," Tim is joined by Jill and Sarah to recap some of the latest negotiated rulemaking (neg reg) developments and NASFAA public comments. Jill kicks things off with details from how the Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE) Committee worked to define a "professional student" and explained how the Department of Education (ED) approached defining the term, outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Sarah then highlights some of NASFAA's recent comments on ED's proposed revisions to the FSA Feedback System, and their changes to the Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (E-App). 

After emotional public comment, the Granite School District board voted against closing two elementary schools. Ben Horsley, Superintendent of The Granite School District, joins us to explain what changed—and what this means for families and if this issue will be revisited.