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- USNebraska Examiner
Unprecedented moves seek to ramp up affordable housing options in Omaha
OMAHA — A busload of budding developers snaked through some of the city’s oldest neighborhoods this week, guided by an urban planner who pointed out abandoned lots freshly prepared for new housing thanks to a state “shovel-ready” grant. The tour group went on to participate in a first-of-its-kind conference aimed at preparing emerging developers, particularly […] The post Unprecedented moves seek to ramp up affordable housing options in Omaha appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
9 min read - USState College Centre Daily Times
How Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology fills the gap between talent, industry
The Centre County school is also working to engage parents and the community in making career paths more appealing for students.
4 min read - LifestyleWichita Eagle
Mennonite Disaster Service volunteers in Kansas collaborate in cabinet-building for community
Located in Goessel, Kansas, The Cabinet Shop will be dedicated by MDS’ Kansas unit this weekend.
4 min read - LifestyleKansas City Star
Kansas City honors Black LGBTQ+ culture in fourth annual 18th and Vine celebration
“Nothing like this had ever been done before, and there has never been a place on 18th and Vine for the LGBT community, so we created one.”
8 min read - USPioneer Press, St. Paul, Minn.
Scandia’s Bone Lake removed from impaired-waters list
When Dave Bakke and his wife moved to a house on the southeast end of Bone Lake in Scandia in 2012, the lake was so murky that Bakke couldn’t see his toes when wading up to his knees. Now, after years of work to clean up the lake, the water quality is vastly improved. A Secchi disk — a white metal disk suspended on a line to measure water clarity — didn’t disappear last week until it was 13 ...
4 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
My partner and I have been dating for 8 years and don't live together. Living separately works for our relationship.
I've been dating my partner for 8 years but we don't live together, and have no plans of moving in. Our relationship structure works for us.
5 min read - BusinessINSIDER
I toured American's pilot training academy, where new hires learn to fly Airbus and Boeing jets. Here's what the 3-week program looks like.
American Airlines requires thousands of flight hours just to get hired, but newly hired pilots must complete weeks of training before flying passengers.
5 min read - OpinionThe Columbus Dispatch
Attack on Larry Hogan all you need to know about Donald Trump's despicable minions
Letters to the editor: Despicable and disgusting sum it up.
1 min read - LifestyleDelmarva Now | The Daily Times
Chincoteague mourns death of Billy King Beebe, former co-owner of famed Beebe Ranch
Chincoteague is mourning the death of Billy King Beebe, former co-owner of the Beebe Ranch. Learn about that and about plans for ranch renovations.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Lansing firm to pay more than $400K to resolve lawsuit over racism, discrimination
Nine former Lansing-based United Electrical Contractors employees detailed complaints of racism at the company in their federal lawsuit.
3 min read - USDetroit Free Press
War Dog Memorial in South Lyon gives pups a formal sendoff
Big Frog of Brighton has fully funded nearly a dozen of the 73 burials conducted so far.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Senate Dems eye giving Michigan renters right to form unions, deduct repairs from rent
A trio of housing proposals would allow renters to form tenant unions, deduct repair costs from rent and receive advance notice of rent increases.
4 min read - OpinionThe Providence Journal
Saturday letters: COLAs for retired state employees; vanishing right whales
Letters to the editor from our readers.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Rubin: One theory about $40M Riverfront Conservancy theft -- familiarity breeds indictment
Nonprofits expert says 'high-trust environment' and small-time financial safeguards may have contributed to alleged Riverwalk embezzlement
5 min read - LifestyleThe Sheboygan Press
Cancer survivor and her family raise nearly $30,000 for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin
The fundraiser could help grant at least six wishes for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin.
2 min read - BusinessDetroit Free Press
Auto industry organization looks to grow its reach, efforts in Michigan
MichAuto started as a grassroot initiative in 2007 to promote and retain the auto industry when it was on the precipice of an economic meltdown.
5 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Why hasn't the Highway 100 project in Oak Creek started yet? Here's what we found out.
When a resident asked about an apparent delay of work being done on a Highway 100 project in Oak Creek, we asked the experts for answers.
1 min read - BusinessDelmarva Now | The Daily Times
Salisbury's Red Lobster restaurant on new list of sites that could close. All to know.
Could Salisbury lose its Red Lobster restaurant, located outside The Centre at Salisbury mall? Here's why it could happen.
2 min read - LifestyleUSA TODAY
Go on epic expeditions with the best adventure tours of 2024
From boat tours and fishing charters to bike tours and white water rafting, here are the 2024 Readers' Choice winners for adventure tours.
4 min read - USThe Courier Journal
From the archives: The Louisville Clock sculpture
The Louisville Clock was dedicated in 1976 and had several homes before being being disassembled and stored in a Portland warehouse.
4 min read - LifestyleThe Ledger
Meet Daisy, a whirlwind of pure energy and a connoisseur of cuddles | SPCA pets
This week's featured SPCA pets include the wildly energetic Daisy, the soon-to-be giant Miley, the whisker-kisser Shay, and the chatty Nezuko.
3 min read - OpinionNewark Advocate
Letters: Senator Brown criticized for not condemning Trump conviction in New York
Letters: Senator Brown criticized for not condemning Trump conviciton while a retiring Granville Elementary teacher is praised as a 'treasure.'
2 min read - USLA Times
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, frequent Newsom critic, ponders a run to succeed him
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who has built a reputation as a conservative firebrand for law-and-order views and fierce criticism of Gov. Gavin Newsom, is considering a run for governor in 2026.
5 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
DNC targets Trump campaign rally with ‘convicted white-collar crook’ billboard
Democrats call Trump ‘unfit to serve’ on the advertisement in Las Vegas, where he’s due to speak on Sunday
2 min read - USReason.com
What Caused the D.C. Crime Wave?
Don't blame criminal justice reform or a lack of social spending for D.C.'s crime spike. Blame government mismanagement.
15 min read - OpinionLos Angeles Times Opinion
Granderson: So what if Gen Z applicants bring their parents to a job interview?
Considering the conditions in which today's young adults came of age, they're doing pretty well.
4 min read - LifestyleThe Columbus Dispatch
Garden: Know how and when to water plants this summer
Rainfall has helped water outdoor plants so far this summer, but when that stops, here is how to take care of that task on your own.
4 min read - USNorth Dakota Monitor
Election workers worry that federal threats task force isn’t enough to keep them safe
Aiming to send a message, the Biden administration recently spotlighted its indictments and convictions in cases involving threats to election officials or workers. But with no letup in reports of attacks, some elections professionals say federal law enforcement still isn’t doing enough to deter bad actors and ensure that those on the front lines of […] The post Election workers worry that federal threats task force isn’t enough to keep them safe appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
10 min read - OpinionSalon
“A ton of aggravating factors”: Experts say Trump not helping himself ahead of sentencing hearing
Jail previously seemed "very unlikely," says law prof. Adam Shlahet. “I'm thinking it's more likely now”
8 min read - LifestyleThe State
Does SC have snakes that can climb up a house and get inside? Here’s what DNR says
Does South Carolina have snakes that can climb up a house and get inside? Here’s what DNR says.
2 min read - LifestyleMyrtle Beach Sun News
Roaches, mice droppings and mold. Worst Myrtle Beach area restaurant inspections
SCDHEC inspects restaurants throughout the Myrtle Beach area for violations. They found roaches, mice droppings, moldy bread and soiled water.
3 min read - LifestyleHilton Head Island Packet
Want a summer treat? Here are the best key lime pies around Hilton Head Island for 2024
In need of a summer treat? Here’s where to find seven of the best key lime pies on Hilton Head Island in 2024.
5 min read - USRaleigh News and Observer
Law enforcement never filed charges over bouncer working at NoDa pub without license
Charges were dropped against a transgender woman who got into a scuffle at a Charlotte pub last year. The bouncer had no permit to do security work.
2 min read - USBiloxi Sun Herald
Storm chaser says his new Bay St. Louis home is so strong he’ll stay for Cat 5 hurricane
Josh Morgerman, known as iCyclone, travels the world chasing the strongest storms.
4 min read - USMyrtle Beach Sun News
Growth and women’s reproductive rights. What to know about Georgetown’s state senate race
Here’s what you need to know about the SC State Senate race to represent Georgetown and Kingstree. It’s about growth, women’s rights and healthcare.
3 min read - LifestyleBiloxi Sun Herald
We tried every South Mississippi Summer Fair local vendor. Here’s what you need to get
The fair is in town on the Coliseum grounds in Biloxi. Here’s what the food scene is like.
4 min read - OpinionState College Centre Daily Times
Letters: Saving Kepler Barn would be a win-win; Thompson’s farm bill hurts the food-insecure
“This could be a win-win for both Penn State and the region if the demolition was placed on hold until the Pennsylvania State Historical Society could gather more evidence,” a member of the Kepler family writes.
4 min read - USIdaho Statesman
See where Canyon County homeowners’ property values rose fastest in the new assessments
‘It’s just been pretty amazing what values have done,’ says chief appraiser for Canyon County.
4 min read - USThe Northwestern
Get a unique look at insects during Paine 'Microsculpture' exhibit, and more Oshkosh-area news in weekly dose
'Microsculpture: The Insect Portraits of Levon Biss' opens June 15 at the Paine Art Center and Gardens.
3 min read - USThe Repository
Kimbolton woman killed in two-vehicle crash in southern Tuscarawas County
A 65-year-old woman was killed Friday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on Salt Fork Road in southern Tuscarawas County.
1 min read - USFDL Reporter | The Reporter
Get a Coney Island Hot Dog and root beer float on Father’s Day at this Fond du Lac church, and more news in brief
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church will hold Coney Island Sunday on Father's Day June 16.
7 min read - OpinionThe Columbus Dispatch
Donald Trump's conviction was justice. Lying about it dangerous to our fragile democracy.
Opinion: The malevolent questioning of the legitimacy of our nation’s judicial system after Trump's conviction is a threat to the nation
4 min read - USThe Ledger
Watch for FDOT teams doing checks along Polk County roads next week
Drivers should watch for teams from the Florida Department of Transportation conducting consistency checks on Polk County roads Tuesday.
1 min read - USThe Repository
'An opportunity to grow and rebuild.' Stark Soil & Water recovering from employee exodus
Every employee at the Stark County Soil & Water Conservation District quit their jobs. Work is being outsourced as new employees are hired.
4 min read - OpinionSalon
Beyond a reasonable doubt: Trump's criminal conviction matters politically
The master of branding has just branded himself a criminal
6 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
11 signs of 'over-the-top' wealth and luxury I spotted in Arizona's millionaire enclave
In Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, there were signs of extreme luxury from mega-mansions to an airport for private jets.
10 min read - LifestyleJournal Star
Too much information? Some of these facts about cicadas might disgust you
As periodical cicadas continue to hang out in wooded areas in Illinois, some unusual — and sometimes gross — questions are being asked.
3 min read - HealthThe Alliance Review
Mount Union physical therapy program nets 10-year accreditation
The program has had 100% of licensees placed in jobs within six months of graduating.
1 min read - USThe Independent
Real estate transfers: Massillon, Jackson properties sell for more than $1 million
Two properties in western Stark County sold for more than $1 million, according to the latest real estate transfers.
7 min read - PoliticsMiami Herald
What you need to know about Florida’s Amendment 6, the campaign finance ballot question
Florida’s public campaign-finance program has steered more than $33 million in taxpayer money to political campaigns since 2010.
4 min read