Alabama aims for complete BEAD-eligible broadband coverage as ADECA launches a 7-day period to finalize the plan

Alabama’s High-Speed Internet Expansion Proposal The Alabama Economic Community Affairs Agency (ADECA) has recently concluded a seven-day public comment period, preparing to submit the state’s final BEAD proposal to the National Communications and Information Administration (NTIA) next Thursday. According to state officials, this plan aims to enhance high-speed internet access for all locations in Alabama […]

Maricopa County breaks record for evictions over 9-month period

Chandler, Arizona (AZ Family) — Maricopa County has set a new record for the number of eviction applications filed so far in the first nine months of this year. The total number of lawsuits filed from January to September was 65,651. This number exceeds the previous record of 62,333 applications filed in 2006. In 2023, […]

Aaron Johnson: Everything was normal in second period shop class

The school year is coming to an end, and we, the new students, have perfectly completed all the tasks set before us. Our mentor, teacher, hero, and sometime friend, Mr. Jackson taught us woodworking skills, lawn mower repair, welding, and a few things about electricity. . Today was another busy day as we approach the […]

Public comment period on APLS changes expected to start Feb. 1

90-Day Public Comment Period on Proposed Changes to Alabama Public Library Services Administrative law is scheduled to begin in early February. Gov. Kay Ivey suggested that officials change the rules in response to complaints from some people that libraries are providing “inappropriate materials” to minors. Under the proposed changes, state aid to local libraries would […]

Comment period for Cornville Road improvements still open

The Yavapai County Department of Public Works is accepting public feedback on the draft Yavapai County Transportation Study for roads of regional significance until Monday, Jan. 15. The study aims to create a priority list of road improvements that could be eligible for grants or planned in 2020. Next 10 years. Regionally significant roads included […]