Montgomery County announces liberal leave for non-essential government employees and closure of public schools on Jan. 27 due to weather, with some facilities open for drop-in activities.

The Region 1 ACT is hosting a public meeting on Oregon's transportation future, both in-person at the ODOT Headquarters and online via Zoom. Attendees can discuss the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and provide input.

The NCDHHS is hosting a Spanish-language Cafecito and tele-town hall to guide Hispanic and Latino communities on respiratory illness prevention and vaccines.

Supervisors proposed retiring fax machines and switching to soft phones, estimating up to $7 million in annual savings as the county braces for federal cuts.

Millington remains closed amid icy conditions, with City Hall advising residents about service disruptions and road treatment updates via their website and social media.

The Montgomery County Council had a session discussing key local issues, including retirement benefits, food resilience, and zoning changes, with hearings and voting on important resolutions and proposals.

Ukeme Awakessien Jeter was re-elected as City Council President and plans to focus on code cleanup and the operational review of a new community center, as well as appoint a Master Plan Taskforce.

Mark Farmer has been appointed as Milton's Division Director of Economic Development, tasked with encouraging commercial growth that fits with local values and needs. He brings extensive experience to this pivotal role.

Massachusetts's Healey-Driscoll Administration has allocated $120,000 in TAG grants to local environmental projects for public involvement in site cleanups.

Missouri officials report a 5% decrease in traffic fatalities in 2025, the third year of declines, aiming to foster continued commitment to road safety.

Rivian has pledged $4.6M to a Washington ballot campaign that would allow EV makers to sell direct in the state, challenging dealer protections and teeing up a November 2026 vote.

Tennessee's effective maximum interest rate is set at 10.75% per annum as of January 27, 2026, linked to the Federal Reserve's average prime loan rate.

The Fire Prevention Division in Hillsborough County is enhancing fire safety with inspections and education, employing a variety of trained professionals.