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Courtney Fanello argues that a 1979 meeting minute and a vintage advertisement could reveal how the Kiwanis name was officially tied to a vocational home, potentially redefining agency law in Washington.

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Appellants cite licensing minutes and advertisement to show ostensible agency by district
Appellants highlighted a 1979 minute approving use of the Kiwanis name and a contemporaneous 'blue ribbon' advertisement—which they say manifested district approval and could show reliance by a state licensor—as evidence supporting ostensible agency and reliance.
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September 18, 2026 at 5:58 PM
The Southern Nevada Council of Governments has made a bold move, prioritizing group homes and child-care licensing to tackle pressing community issues—are they ready for the challenge?

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Southern Nevada COG designates group homes and child-care licensing as inaugural regional focus
The Southern Nevada Council of Governments voted March 31, 2026, to prioritize group homes, child-care licensing and related land-use and special-use permit issues as its first regional project; staff will compile a scoping report and consult jurisdictional and state licensing officials.
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April 1, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Sheboygan's Licensing Committee just renewed its essential urban search-and-rescue agreement while navigating the fallout from a major race cancellation—what's next for the city?

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Sheboygan committee renews urban search-and-rescue agreement, approves liquor and tobacco licenses as IHRA race cancels
The Licensing Hearings and Public Safety Committee approved a two-year renewal of Sheboygan's participation in the state urban search-and-rescue task force, signed off on several alcohol and tobacco licenses and a license transfer, and directed staff to schedule presentations for seven available Class B liquor licenses after IHRA canceled its race stop in Sheboygan.
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July 16, 2026 at 10:01 PM
The Spearfish City Council made big moves at their latest meeting, from rewriting land development codes to approving significant infrastructure projects and liquor licenses!

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Votes at a glance: council approves contracts, licenses and infrastructure awards
At its July 20 meeting the Spearfish City Council approved a package of routine and project items: contract award for a Title 15 code rewrite, early payoff of a 2015 refunding bond, a $464,706.97 airport water-main contract, final acceptance of the Rainbow Road box culvert, multiple liquor-license actions and the bill list dated 07/20/2026.
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July 23, 2026 at 12:01 AM
The Greenfield Common Council just approved a staggering $757,056.42 contract for the exciting Parline Trail Phase 3, along with crucial insurance renewals and multiple liquor licenses!

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Council approves Parline Trail contract, insurance renewals, licenses and multiple fund transfers
Council awarded a $757,056.42 contract for Parline Trail Phase 3, approved 2026 insurance renewals, multiple liquor licenses, and several capital and equipment fund transfers during its Dec. 16 meeting.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:29 AM
Keaton D. West has been reappointed as chair of the Sweetwater County Board, while two new liquor licenses are set to shake up the local scene!

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Sweetwater County commission reelects chair, approves two liquor licenses and consent items
The Sweetwater County Board reappointed Keaton West as chair for 2026, approved a retail liquor license for 3 74 Liquor LLC and a restaurant liquor license for Bodwin Brothers Enterprise, and passed amended consent items; two abstentions were recorded on contracts tied to a commissioner’s employer.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:40 PM
The Omaha City Council made significant strides on June 30, approving multiple liquor licenses and rezonings with a unanimous 6–0 vote!

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Votes at a glance: Council approves liquor licenses, plats and multiple rezones; most items pass 6–0
The council approved a series of routine permits, plats and rezonings — including two liquor licenses, multiple plats and rezones — and advanced several code amendments; most motions passed unanimously 6–0 on June 30.
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July 2, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Needham's review committee is shaking things up by modernizing outdated service animal definitions and revamping dog licensing fees to better serve the community!

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Needham committee addresses outdated dog licensing and kennel regulations
Committee discusses updating dog licensing fees and compliance with new kennel laws.
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June 3, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Salem's City Council just took a big step for local businesses by granting licenses to Refined clothing and Second Chance Video Games!

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Salem City Council grants licenses for secondhand clothing and video games
Council votes to approve licenses for refined clothing and second chance video games
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February 21, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Redondo Beach is taking a bold step to protect its city logo with a new ordinance and explore licensing options—what does this mean for local businesses and residents?

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Redondo Beach council directs staff to protect city logo, seek vendor interest
City staff told the council the updated Redondo Beach logo is trademarked with filings to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and recommended an ordinance plus a market test; council voted unanimously to begin drafting an ordinance and to issue a request-for-information to explore licensing options and governance.
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February 12, 2026 at 7:38 AM
The Narragansett Town Council just made significant updates to wages, job descriptions, and licensing while opting out of extended alcohol service hours—what does this mean for the community?

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Narragansett council approves several routine and policy actions including wage schedules, licenses and an opt-out for extended alcohol hours
At its June 15 meeting the council approved wage and job‑description items, licensing actions, change orders, a police detail MOA, a first reading on mobile food rules, and a resolution opting out of extended late‑night alcohol hours; many motions passed unanimously.
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June 18, 2026 at 3:45 AM
Baltimore's local tavern faces serious compliance issues and a two-year struggle for a liquor license, raising eyebrows over its future.

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Inspection Shows Continued Issues at Local Tavern Amid License Challenges
Follow-up inspection reveals tavern remains cluttered and unlicensed for two years.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:12 PM
The New York State Liquor Authority has laid out critical rules impacting local bars and restaurants, revealing how proximity and density regulations could change the Bronx nightlife landscape.

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State Liquor Authority briefed Bronx board on 200‑foot, 500‑foot rules and licensing timelines
NYSLA staff explained the 200‑foot proximity rule, the 500‑foot density hearing process, grandfathering and measurement practices, and application timelines including six‑month temporary licenses and two‑ to three‑year full licenses. Community boards may request stipulations and have 30 days to respond to new applications.
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May 25, 2026 at 2:49 PM