Clayton County holds a "Meet the Messengers" event for seniors to learn about local government communication strategies on February 19, at the Griswell Senior Center.

A new ECOnorthwest tally pegs Portland’s FY2024 homeless‑services spending at $724 million — but comparing cities remains messy because of different accounting, populations and program mixes.

Cleveland State named Dr. Andrew Crawford to lead enrollment as officials try to halt falling headcount and a multimillion‑dollar revenue shortfall.

A tentative SEIU Local 1021 agreement would lift Oakland Unified’s lowest-paid support staff to $25 an hour and deliver roughly 16% in raises, pending board approval.

Tenants at Dyersdale Village say rats, mold and raw sewage smells have left units unlivable and that the health department has prior complaints on file.

The Diocese of Pittsburgh is closing seven churches due to declining attendance and financial issues, leaving Saint Maurice as the only church for Saint Joseph the Worker Parish.

An AT&T outage knocked out Midlothian's non‑emergency police line; use 817‑524‑9396 or 682‑220‑5366 for non‑urgent assistance. 9‑1‑1 remains operational.

Mecklenburg County Public Health launches the "Live Well Meck" tour for community engagement on local health priorities, to shape the 2026 Community Health Improvement Plan.

A Jan. 25 basement blaze gutted Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock; the town and local businesses have rallied to support staff as plans to rebuild take shape.

Cary offers Valentine's Day events for all, with a concert at the Cary Theater, a performance by Chip Shearin at the Cary Arts Center, and a laid-back night at Downtown Cary Park.

Wake County is weighing three pricey options for Ligon Middle — renovate, rebuild on the hill, or build on the ballfields — and alumni and preservationists are pushing back. The district packet spells out costs, timelines and tradeoffs for students and the neighborhood.

Florida forestry officials paused burn authorizations for several First Coast counties after warning of unfavorable weather and elevated fire danger.

Cobb County invites public feedback on its federal grant use for community development, affordable housing, and homeless support, with a meeting on 02/25/26 and comment period from 02/24/26 to 03/12/26.