LOCAL POLITICS

Mar 19 2026POLITICS

Hamilton County Faces Real Democratic Showdown

In a county where party backing often seals the race, voters will see an uncommon open contest on April 16. The event brings together current commissioner Stephanie Summerow Dumas, newcomer Meeka Owens, and immigrant educator Herman Najoli for a one‑hour debate that could decide the May 5 primary

reading time less than a minute
Mar 05 2026POLITICS

A High‑School Hero Steps into the Capitol

Jax Birth, a senior from Ardmore High School, spent a week in the Oklahoma House of Representatives during the second session of the 60th Legislature. The opportunity was arranged by Representative Tammy Townley, who welcomed him as a page and offered the student a front‑row view of state politics.

reading time less than a minute
Feb 27 2026OPINION

Black History Month: A Call to Keep Moving Forward

In Baltimore, February feels heavy because the city has to remember its past while looking at its future. Students gather for speeches, museums display pictures, and city leaders speak about history. Yet, the real work lies beyond these events. A young boy in Baltimore once worked in a shipyard and

reading time less than a minute
Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Scott County Rejects New Power Plant Rules

The county board made a surprising decision to reject the proposed ordinance that would have regulated new power plant developments. The vote was close, with a few members favoring the restriction and others opposing it. Those in favor argued that the ordinance would protect local air quality, limit

reading time less than a minute
Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Winston-Salem's Business Park: A Shift in Ownership

The sale of Tanglewood Business Park has sparked curiosity about its future. The park, a notable part of Winston-Salem's landscape, is changing hands. This shift raises questions about what's next for the area. Tanglewood Business Park has been a key player in the local economy. It's home to variou

reading time less than a minute
Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Why the GWB Name Fight Was a Big Deal in 1931

The George Washington Bridge, or GWB, wasn't always known by that name. For the first four years, it was called the Hudson River Bridge. This made sense because it spans the Hudson River, connecting New Jersey and New York. But in 1931, things changed. The Port of New York Authority decided to renam

reading time less than a minute
Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Virginia's Power Play: The Data Center Debate

Virginia is known for its data centers. These buildings are big and need a lot of power. They bring money to the area but also cause some problems. People are worried about the power these centers use. They can power nearly 900, 000 homes. That's a lot! Some people think this is not good for the en

reading time less than a minute
Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Who's Backing Whom in Portage's Big Vote?

In Portage, the upcoming city council and mayoral elections are heating up, and money is playing a big role. Seven candidates are competing for three council seats, and the mayor's race is between Patricia Randall and Nasim Ansari. The main issue? A new trash hauling rule. The city recently decided

reading time less than a minute
Oct 28 2025POLITICS

Concrete Plant Plan Sparks Debate Near Syracuse's Aquarium

A plan to reopen an old concrete plant near Syracuse's Inner Harbor is causing quite a stir. The plant, which hasn't been used in years, is just two blocks away from a brand new $100 million aquarium. Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon is not happy about this idea. He thinks it's a step backward

reading time less than a minute
Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Fort Collins 2025: Who's Funding the Election?

The Fort Collins 2025 election is heating up, with over $300, 000 raised so far. But where is all this money coming from? Let's take a closer look. Most candidates have received the majority of their funds from local residents. However, there are some notable exceptions. For instance, one candidate

reading time less than a minute