Oklahoma Rep. Ryan Eaves champions House Bill 3313 to improve the state's retirement system, increasing contribution rates and introducing new investment options.

NC Governor Stein honors the contributions of Black farmers during a Black History Month event, acknowledging their role in the state's agricultural history.

Kyle Hilbert is re-elected unopposed as Oklahoma House Speaker-designate for his final term. He focuses on education and tax relief, with a commitment to state progress.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced the Siemens Foundation's Careers Electric™ initiative, committing $9.25 million to train 25,000 workers in the electrical field over a decade.

Oklahoma is advancing a bill to shield small businesses and families from utility cost spikes due to large data centers, proposed by Rep. Brad Boles and backed by the House Utilities Policy Committee.

Oak Creek approved plans for a new fire station, selecting Kueny Architects to design it. The project focuses on modern features and future growth, aiming for a 2027 groundbreaking.

Massachusetts receives an $18.8 million grant from the NTIA's BEAD program to ensure statewide high-speed broadband access, affecting 251 communities and over 2,500 homes and businesses.

Oklahoma lawmakers challenge utility rate increases and bonds related to winter storm Uri, and question the ethics and auditing practices of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.

Charlotte County announces a week of public government meetings starting on February 23, 2026, covering housing, infrastructure, and transportation planning.

Indiana State Reps. Ireland and McGuire's HR 28, urging action on national debt, passes the House committee, citing national security and fiscal responsibility concerns.

Republicans are calling for a state audit after California spent roughly $455 million on a Next Generation 911 overhaul that stalled during testing and was paused. Lawmakers want a full accounting and new oversight.

The Cajon Valley board voted 3-2 to raise trustee stipends to $2,000 a month, drawing sharp criticism from parents and staff over timing and priorities. The increase takes effect March 1.

A GOP amendment to SB 1570 would put federal immigration agents at every Arizona voting site in 2026, prompting sharp warnings from Democrats and voting‑rights groups. Legal experts say the measure could face immediate challenges.