Rep. Sewell advocates for voter protection legislation on the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
Terri Sewell Advocates for Voting Rights Act Renewal On the anniversary of the historic Voting Rights Act of 1965, US Representative Terri Sewell from Alabama urged Congress to advance the Voting Rights Act once again. During a celebration marking the 60th anniversary of the Act’s signing by President Lyndon B. Johnson, Sewell appeared in a […]
County Board Greenlights Initial Budget for 2025-2026 During Health Insurance Protection
A recent meeting on July 21, 2025, brought together the Graham County Board of Supervisors, who concentrated on finalizing the reserve budget for 2025-2026. County manager Welker took the lead, outlining how department heads and elected officials collaborated in putting together this budget. The board took a moment to acknowledge the hard work that went […]
Community Members Push for Protection of Mexican Gray Wolves at Cochise County Meeting
During the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 22nd, Cochise County was abuzz with passionate discussions regarding the contentious topic of the Mexican Gray Wolf. Community members gathered to express their views on a resolution that could significantly influence ranching practices and efforts in wildlife conservation. Allison Morse, a resident who made the trek from […]
Arizona Voters to Decide on the Country’s First Protection Against Vehicle Mileage Taxes
Rethinking the Relationship with Cars The so-called “war on cars” is becoming more apparent all over the country. Whether it’s in New York with its new pricing schemes or the growing presence of road diets and protected bike lanes, it seems challenging to navigate without feeling the consequences of driving a personal vehicle. Despite the […]
Governor Katie Hobbs Reveals $1.5 Million Grant for San Pedro River Protection
Sierra Vista, Arizona Recently, Governor Katie Hobbs collaborated with the Audubon Society, the Conservation Society, Environmental Advocates, and local representatives from Sierra Vista, Fort Huachuca, and the Bureau of Land Management to announce a $1.5 million grant for Cochise County. This funding is aimed at completing the San Pedro River water charging project. “The San […]
Cochise County Starts Drone Initiative to Improve Border Protection
New Drone Pilot Program in Cochise County Aiming to Enhance Border Security Bisbee, Arizona – A new initiative is set to kick off in Cochise County, Arizona, with a drone pilot program slated to begin as early as September 2025. This program aims to bolster border security efforts along the US-Mexico border. The Cochise County […]
John Wahl supports measures to establish financial protection for local libraries in the state.
Alabama Senate Protects Library Funding Recently, the Alabama Senate approved measures in the 2026 Education Budget aimed at safeguarding local libraries throughout the state. This move ensures that Alabama’s library grants will continue, even if federal funding is cut. The Chamber of Commerce’s decision reflects growing concerns that federal grants for museums and libraries might […]
Yavapai County Assessor Encourages Seniors to Submit Applications for Property Value Protection by September 2
Yavapai County Senior Property Valuation Protection Reminder The Yavapai County Assessment Officer is reminding senior homeowners that the deadline for applying for the senior property valuation protection option, commonly known as “senior freezes,” is September 2. This program is designed to help eligible seniors by freezing the limited asset values (LPVs) of their primary residences […]
Abortions Drop By 12,000 After Red State Heartbeat Protection Law Takes Effect
Florida abortions fell sharply in 2024 after the state passed a six-week ban in 2023. There were approximately 73,710 abortions It is managed The state in 2024 has around 12,100 drops compared to 85,770 in 2023. Report From the Guttmacher Institute. Florida’s Prohibited It will prohibit abortion after six weeks of pregnancy, with the exception […]
Tennessee’s wetlands deserve our protection
The wetlands of Shelby Bottoms in Nashville. (Photo: John Partipilo) A wetland? Who do you need? They have not spiked the peaks, which offer panoramic views. They are not trees older than the country we live in. But wetlands are important. Many will say they suffer from the syndrome of ugly ducks compared to other […]