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Mayor Scott Miller highlights a successful Veterans Day parade, exciting plans for Riverside Christian School, and crucial updates on infrastructure projects—big things are happening in Hammond City!

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Mayor's office highlights Veterans Day events, Riverside Christian ribbon-cutting and Governor's Parkway update
Scott Miller delivered the mayor's address, recapping Veterans Day events, a disability outreach lunch, a Riverside Christian School ribbon-cutting, and updates on FEMA and federal reviews for the Governor's Parkway overpass project.
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November 10, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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The Olathe City Council has just approved a crucial land swap with USD 233 to pave the way for a new school, but concerns about traffic and communication are rising!

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Olathe council ratifies land swap with USD 233 amid calls for clearer neighbor outreach
The council approved Resolution 26-1094 to ratify a land-swap real estate contract with Unified School District 233. Councilors asked staff to coordinate communications with the district about timing, traffic and site layout; the measure passed 6-1.
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November 10, 2026 at 2:23 AM
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A heartfelt groundbreaking ceremony for Argentine Middle School celebrated community bonds and the promise of preserving local history in a vibrant new space.

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Community leaders praise bond vote, history at Argentine school groundbreaking
Speakers at the Argentine Middle School groundbreaking thanked voters for approving the bond that enabled the project and emphasized the neighborhood's history will be preserved in the new building.
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November 5, 2026 at 3:58 AM
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Child Care Aware is offering FREE class observations for licensed child care programs in Kansas, providing valuable insights for improving educator-child interactions!

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Child Care Aware offers free class observations to licensed programs
Child Care Aware of Kansas said its certified coaches will perform no-cost class observations for licensed child care programs (roughly two hours with four 15–20 minute cycles), followed by coaching and optional professional development and follow-up observations.
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November 5, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Yuma's board has just approved a groundbreaking agreement that will transform local fields for community events while enhancing Gila Ridge High School's development!

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Board approves IGA with city of Yuma for Gila Ridge High School development; city to pave and light fields for evening community use
The board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the city of Yuma for the Gila Ridge High School development agreement; the superintendent said the city will pave and light parts of the Healy Ridge High School fields in exchange for evening community use.
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November 5, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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The Jefferson Hills Planning Commission has hit pause on the new middle school project, citing crucial missing analyses that could impact its future.

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Planning commission delays vote on West Jefferson Hills middle school preliminary plan
The commission reviewed a preliminary plan for a new middle school at 830 Old Claring Road — including site layout, parking and stormwater — and voted to table the application pending additional traffic, geotechnical and stormwater information.
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November 2, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Jackson State Community College is set to unveil a groundbreaking $34 million Regional Workforce Training Center designed to empower students and local industries alike by spring 2027!

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Jackson State to open $34 million Regional Workforce Training Center in 2027
Jackson State Community College plans a $34,000,000, 60,000-square-foot Regional Workforce Training Center that college officials say will serve students and local employers; the college expects completion in spring 2027.
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November 2, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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You can watch the full film on our website and explore how the primary schools have adopted the Froebelian approach within their curriculum, from Reception right through to Year 6. 🌿

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Froebelian Practice Across Primary School
How can a Froebelian approach be used to support children’s learning right the way through primary? Join us as we visit The Federation of Blenheim Road and Coed Eva Primary Schools in Wales to see…
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November 1, 2026 at 9:17 AM
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Tribal leaders are calling for a revolutionary shift in early learning development, insisting it must reflect sovereignty and treaty rights while remaining adaptable to local traditions.

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Tribal leaders urge sovereignty-centered professional development in early learning plan
Participants urged that professional development tied to the tribal early learning plan be developed by and with tribes, center sovereignty and treaty rights, and include frameworks that allow local place‑based customization.
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November 1, 2026 at 1:24 AM
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Mayor McDermott confirms the demolition of Gavett High School is on the horizon as Purdue Northwest pivots to develop its athletic fields, potentially reshaping the city’s landscape.

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Mayor says Gavett building will be demolished as Purdue Northwest seeks athletic fields
Mayor McDermott said meetings with Purdue Northwest made clear the university wants Gavett High School athletic fields, not the vacant Gavett building, and that the city is moving ahead with demolition plans that could cost up to $7 million.
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October 28, 2026 at 9:04 PM
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Exciting plans are underway at UW–Madison as construction for new student housing could begin in June 2027, aiming for a grand opening in fall 2029—if all approvals go smoothly!

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If approved, construction would target June 2027 start and fall 2029 occupancy, presenters say
Presenters told regents design and site planning would continue through spring 2027, with a target construction start in June 2027 and substantial completion in July 2029 for fall 2029 occupancy; construction and start dates hinge on environmental review and state approvals.
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October 22, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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Samford University is set to expand with two new student-housing towers as enrollment hits an all-time high—what does this mean for the campus community?

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Samford outlines two new student-housing towers; council defers vote to Oct. 26
Samford University representatives presented plans for two new student-housing buildings on the South Campus; staff said the application meets code, enrollment has climbed to 6,522, and councilors asked questions about ground-lease terms, ownership, creek impacts and a possible pedestrian bridge.
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October 15, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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Exciting progress is underway at the new school site with cement stabilization, drainage solutions, and plans for a live camera to keep the community in the loop!

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New-school site advances: cement stabilization, drainage and live camera planned
Board reported active site work for the new school: cement stabilization and pad work, soil remediation using on‑site borrow, storm system installation feeding a detention pond, blacktop drives planned and steel and masonry progressing on the high‑school campus; district plans a public live camera for community viewing.
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September 29, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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Exciting plans are underway for the Elizabethtown secondary school complex, with a projected construction start in June 2028 after a thorough community engagement and design process!

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Architects outline timeline for Elizabethtown secondary school complex; construction eyed June 2028
RLPS architects presented a schematic-to-construction timeline for the Elizabethtown secondary school complex, projecting schematic design through January 2027, land-development and PennDOT processes into 2028, bidding in early 2028 and construction starting June 2028 with an estimated 30‑month build.
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September 27, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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The new classroom addition at Memorial School has hit a major milestone with foundation walls complete and an exciting slab pour scheduled for next week!

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Memorial school addition reaches slab milestone; steel delivery expected in October
Contractor reported foundation walls for the F and G classroom addition are complete and a slab-on-grade pour is scheduled, with steel for the gym (area D) expected around Oct. 9–12. Board members asked about scheduling, enclosures and upcoming framing.
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September 19, 2026 at 11:39 PM
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The new Tularosa Middle School is already 35% complete, promising significant local economic benefits and a special "topping out" ceremony this October!

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Board hears construction update: Tularosa Middle School about 35% complete
Architects and the contractor told the Tularosa Municipal Schools board the new middle school is roughly 35% finished, with framing, slabs and upcoming structural steel work; a "topping out" ceremony is planned for mid-October.
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September 11, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Lebanon City Council just approved a massive funding increase for the Cornwall Road and Orange Street intersection project, raising costs to over half a million dollars—all federally funded!

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Council approves $538,030 federal reimbursement amendment for Cornwall/Orange intersection
Lebanon City Council unanimously approved Resolution 11 to amend a PennDOT reimbursement agreement, increasing the Cornwall Road–Orange Street intersection improvement project from $300,000 to $538,030; the mayor said the signal is tied to a new middle/intermediate school and 100% of the increase is federally funded.
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August 25, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Blue Origin's new agreement promises paid internships for high school students and vital partnerships with local colleges, paving the way for a booming aerospace workforce in Williamson County!

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Commissioners highlight internships, local colleges as Blue Origin moves to Hutto
County leaders said the Blue Origin agreement includes paid internships, partnerships with Hutto ISD and local colleges (TSTC, Temple College) to build a local aerospace workforce; commissioners said some interns have been hired in similar partnerships.
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August 22, 2026 at 5:38 AM
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Potential partners flock to St. Thomas University development deal

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Potential partners flock to St. Thomas University development deal
After requesting qualifications for a partner to develop its campus, St. Thomas University will evaluate the requests for qualifications as potential partners begin to submit them, with Sept. 11 the d...
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August 20, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has called for increased philanthropic support for education development in the state. #luckyaiyedatiwa #educationdevelopment #oaustech #naijatrendzblog #NigeriaUpdates

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April 30, 2024 at 10:23 AM
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Polk State College is gearing up to revolutionize workforce training in advanced mobility, teaming up with industry leaders to prepare the next generation of pilots, air-traffic controllers, and vehicle maintainers.

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Polk State College to train workforce for SunTrax advanced mobility work
Polk State College president Stasi Kamutsis said the college will partner with Embry‑Riddle and Florida Polytechnic University on pathways and training to prepare pilots, air‑traffic personnel and vehicle maintainers for advanced mobility and aerospace manufacturing jobs.
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August 12, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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Polk County School Board is set to make a pivotal decision on a new P3 high school project, revealing significant appraisal discrepancies and clearing up floodplain concerns!

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Board briefed on high‑school land assignment and appraisal discrepancies; staff say due diligence clears floodplain concerns
Staff and project representatives told the board the district is preparing to assume a land‑purchase assignment for a planned P3 high school, explained why independent appraisals varied (district appraisers lacked later-arriving due‑diligence documents), and said updated environmental and survey work shows no floodplain or protected‑species constraints on the buildable parcel.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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The Lake County School Board is eyeing a stunning 2,800-acre site in Wellness Way for a future high school, but will they secure the deal?

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Board reports talks with Orange County about roughly 2,800 acres for possible high school; counsel to review options
Board members said they had met with Orange County officials about about 2,800 acres in the Wellness Way area and will meet with legal counsel and real estate staff to review possible avenues for acquiring a portion for a future high school; no formal action was taken at the meeting.
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November 2, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Nassau County School Board is making crucial updates on staffing and community agreements to create a better educational environment for students!

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School Board updates job descriptions and reviews Hickory Park agreement negotiations
School board reviews updated job descriptions and nears finalization of Hickory Park agreement.
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October 7, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Volusia County School Board is making strides to enhance student facilities and tracking progress, but a controversial land swap with Port Orange raises important questions about transparency.

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School District votes on land swap with Port Orange for Horizon Elementary expansion
Volusia County School District approves land trade to enhance recreational space for students.
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June 29, 2025 at 3:19 PM