LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Nov 24 2025BUSINESS

Parma's New Indoor Thrill Park: A Slide into Fun and Jobs

Parma, Ohio, is buzzing with the news of a potential new attraction: Slick City Action Park, an indoor slide park, might soon take over the vacant spot left by Make Believe Family Fun Center. This isn't just any slide park; it's billed as the world's first indoor slide park, featuring giant slides and gravity-defying air courts. It's like an indoor waterpark, but wit...

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Nov 24 2025EDUCATION

DeKalb's Leadership Program Marks Four Decades of Shaping Future Leaders

DeKalb County has a program called Leadership DeKalb. It has been around for 40 years. Every year, it picks 60 people from different jobs. These jobs include business, teaching, government, and more. The goal is to help them become better leaders. The latest group is called the Class of 2026. Some well-known people are in this group. For example, there's a police ch...

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Nov 17 2025BUSINESS

Malls and Money: Why One Shopping Center is Winning the Race

In the world of shopping malls, two big names in Alabama are facing very different futures. Brookwood Mall and Riverchase Galleria have both seen better days, but one is getting a big makeover while the other is struggling to keep up. Brookwood Mall was once the place to be. People loved going there for birthdays, holidays, and just hanging out. But times have chang...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Lancaster County: Shaking Up the Booze Rules

Lancaster County is looking at some big changes to how alcohol is sold. This isn't just about adding more bars or stores. It's about making the rules fairer and more up-to-date. The idea is to make sure everyone follows the same rules and that the county keeps up with the times. Right now, the rules are pretty strict. They haven't changed much in a long time. But pe...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Lafayette's Big Vote: Health and Safety Win Big

In a significant move, Lafayette Parish voters made a choice that will impact their community's well-being. They decided to keep a property tax that supports essential services. This tax, known as a millage, brings in about $10. 8 million every year. It helps with things like fixing drainage, supporting rural fire departments, taking care of animals, controlling mosq...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Local Leader Honored for Community Impact

A local government official, Salmon, recently received the Hughes Center award. This recognition highlights their significant contributions to the community. The award is given to individuals who have made a notable difference in their area. The Hughes Center award is not given lightly. It is a prestigious honor that acknowledges outstanding service and dedication. ...

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Nov 10 2025LIFESTYLE

La Habra's Park Makeover: A Tribute to Vin Scully and Community Effort

In La Habra, a park has come full circle, thanks to a $9 million renovation and a heartfelt tribute to a broadcasting legend. The park, now named Vin Scully Centennial Park, was once a simple baseball field dedicated to Vin Scully back in 1960. Fast forward to today, and the park has been transformed into a vibrant community space with walking paths, sports courts, a...

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

Quincy Mayor Faces Legal Trouble and Public Backlash

The mayor of Quincy, Massachusetts, Thomas Koch, is in hot water again. This time, it's because he accepted illegal campaign donations. State regulators found that Koch's campaign took money from corporations and anonymous donors, which is against the law. To settle the issue, Koch's campaign paid $55, 000. Out of this amount, $15, 000 went directly to the state, an...

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Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Rochester Takes a Big Step to Boost Local Businesses

Rochester is now part of a nationwide project to make it easier for small businesses to succeed. The city was picked to join the Regulatory Justice Initiative, which aims to remove unnecessary rules that slow down entrepreneurs. This project is led by the Mayors Innovation Project and Cities Work at the Institute for Justice. Mayor Kim Norton is excited about this o...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Blue Wave Rolls Through Pennsylvania and New Jersey Elections

In the recent elections, Democrats made significant gains in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This victory happened in the first general election since Donald Trump became president again. The wins were notable in major cities and suburban areas. In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill won the governor's race against Republican Jack Ciattarelli. This race got a lot of at...

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