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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Better Schools Today, Stronger Community Tomorrow

Alaska’s schools serve over 45, 000 students daily, yet many buildings date back to the 1950s and 60s. These aging facilities face problems like leaky roofs, outdated electrical systems, and limited accessibility. Proposition 1 puts this reality on the ballot, asking voters to approve upgrades that

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Dec 09 2025EDUCATION

Big Changes Coming to Ridge Schools: $8 Million for Fields, Tracks, and Roofs

The Bernards Township School District is making some big moves. They're spending around $8 million to fix up their schools. This money will go to improving the Varsity Field, resurfacing the Ridge track, and replacing roofs at two schools. First up, the Varsity Field at Ridge High School is getting

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Nov 03 2025OPINION

Lewiston's Bond: A Smart Move for Everyone

Lewiston is asking for help again. This time, it's about fixing old pipes and roads. The city wants $22. 5 million to upgrade water, sewer, and storm water lines along Main Street. These lines are really old and can break easily. The city already has some money saved, but it's not enough. In May, a

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Oct 17 2025EDUCATION

University of Michigan's Big Plan for Wyoming Field Station

The University of Michigan has big plans for its Wyoming field station. They are going to spend $9. 2 million to tear down some old buildings. This includes a mess hall that's been around for 96 years. The university's board of regents said yes to this plan on October 16th. The field station is 120

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