What happened on Saturday, 28 December 2024
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Riviera Beach honors Richard C Wester as Florida's first black fire chief
Riviera Beach honors Richard C. Wester, Florida's first Black fire chief, for his community impact.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 07:18
Valparaiso University seeks polling center status to boost student voter turnout
Porter County, Indiana
Valparaiso University seeks polling center status to boost student voter turnout amid Indiana's low rates.
Source: Porter County Elections and Registration - Regular Meeting - September 19th, 2024 05:11
Kwanzaa service honors first African American Fire Chief with community reflections and prayers
Service emphasizes strict adherence to program order during Kwanzaa celebration honoring first African American Fire Chief.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 02:29
Yemen faces escalating humanitarian crisis as airstrikes threaten vital airport and food supplies
United Nations
Yemen faces escalating humanitarian crisis, with 19 million people projected to need assistance by 2025.
Source: Yemen: Struggle for Peace Amid Conflict & Humanitarian Crisis | Press Conference | United Nations 06:50
Lehi honors Richard Wester as first black fire chief in emotional tribute ceremony
Fire Chief Richard Wester honored for his legacy and service at heartfelt memorial service.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 22:57
Neshamaity Alumni Honors Six at Achievement Award Ceremony
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Six alumni celebrated for lifetime achievements at Neshamaity's annual award ceremony.
Source: School Board Public Meeting 11/26/2024 02:07
Vigo County secures $1.9M grant for Riley Spur Trail and launches major community projects
Vigo County, Indiana
Vigo County completes major projects, secures funding, and enhances community services through American Rescue Plan.
Source: Commissioners Meeting - 12/27/24 08:09
UN officials warn air strikes threaten vital humanitarian operations at Yemen's Hudaydah Harbor
United Nations
Air strikes threaten humanitarian operations in Yemen, reducing Hudaydah Harbor's capacity by 50%.
Source: Yemen: Struggle for Peace Amid Conflict & Humanitarian Crisis | Press Conference | United Nations 07:57
Danville leaders strategize to attract retail amid Avon development surge
Danville Town, Hendricks County, Indiana
Danville must act quickly to attract retail investment amid nearby Avon development opportunities.
Source: 8/14/2024 Redevelopment Commission Meeting 02:08
Early voting surges as over 21000 walk-in voters turn out for local election
Porter County, Indiana
Early voting surges with over 21,000 walk-in voters, marking a record turnout this election.
Source: Porter County Elections and Registration - Regular Meeting - October 24th, 2024 01:19
Community honors beloved fire inspector Richard during heartfelt memorial service
Family and friends honor Uncle Richard's legacy with heartfelt memories and reflections at memorial service.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 12:12
Council nominates Mister Allen as temporary president after closing nominations
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Council unanimously selects Mister Allen to serve as temporary president following nominations.
Source: Board Public Reorganization Meeting 12/2/2024 00:46
Chief Richard Wester honored at heartfelt homegoing service in Riviera Beach
Community honors Chief Richard Wester at heartfelt homegoing service, emphasizing his legacy and mentorship.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 05:27
Utah election bill allows ballot delivery outside state before May 2025
2025 Utah Senate Bills, 2025 Utah Legislative Session, Utah Legislation Bills, Utah
Election officers may deliver ballots directly to USPS centers outside Utah for voter distribution.
Source: S.B. 11 Ballot Distribution Revisions 00:00
Community honors Chief Richard Wester's legacy during heartfelt memorial service
Community honors Chief Richard Wester's legacy of love and faith during heartfelt remembrance service.
Source: Chief Richard C. Wester Funeral Service 05:22
Governor Newsom demands urgent policy changes from Oakland police commission amid rising crime concerns
Office of the Governor, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Governor emphasizes urgency for Oakland police policy changes amid rising public safety concerns.
Source: Governor Newsom Makes Announcement on Public Safety 13:21
Utah Legislature amends ballot distribution rules to allow out-of-state mailing
2025 Utah Senate Bills, 2025 Utah Legislative Session, Utah Legislation Bills, Utah
S.B. 11 updates Utah's election code for ballot distribution from outside state locations.
Source: S.B. 11 Ballot Distribution Revisions 00:00
District HVAC mechanic urges board to make Scott Condon permanent
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Michael Coyne, a district HVAC mechanic, used the second public comment period to urge the board to appoint Scott Condon permanently, praising his leadership, teamwork and technical background.
Source: School Board Public Meeting 11/26/2024 03:20
Governor Newsom demands changes to Oakland's pursuit policy to combat rising crime
Office of the Governor, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
California officials call for urgent changes to Oakland's pursuit policy to combat rising crime.
Source: Governor Newsom Makes Announcement on Public Safety 05:24
Neshaminy board adopts Act 1 opt‑out and approves routine personnel, contracts
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Neshaminy Board of School Directors unanimously adopted an Act 1 accelerated budget opt‑out for the 2025–26 fiscal year and approved grouped routine personnel, business‑operations and policy items, while one educational item saw a single abstention.
Source: School Board Public Meeting 11/26/2024 00:00
Neshaminy board approves solicitor appointment, calendar and consent items; announces meeting schedule
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved a consolidated master motion to appoint the solicitor, adopt the 2025 meeting calendar, revise annual appointments and address an assessment appeal involving Stonewall PA LLC; vote was unanimous, 8-0. An executive session on employee matters occurred before the public meeting.
Source: Board Public Reorganization Meeting 12/2/2024 02:15
Neshaminy School District board elects leaders in reorganization meeting
Neshaminy SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its reorganization meeting the Neshaminy School District board elected John Allen as temporary president, a member surnamed Sullivan as board president, and Ms. Hollenbeck as vice president; all votes recorded as unanimous, 8-0.
Source: Board Public Reorganization Meeting 12/2/2024 05:19
Committee authorizes administrator search firm and forwards interim administrator appointments to full board
Richland County, Wisconsin
The Executive & Finance Committee agreed Dec. 23 to engage Public Administration Associates to run a county administrator search and voted to forward resolutions to the full county board to appoint Derek as interim county administrator and Josh Elder as deputy interim administrator, with MOUs to be prepared by county counsel.
Source: Executive and Finance Committee - 2024/12/23 12:02
County committee forwards airport terminal rehabilitation grant request to full board
Richland County, Wisconsin
The Richland County Executive & Finance Committee voted Dec. 23 to forward a resolution petitioning the secretary of transportation for airport improvement aid to the full county board. The plan calls for a two‑phase rehabilitation with a 2025 design phase estimated at $150,000 and a 2026 construction phase; funding is expected to be 90% federal, 5% state and 5% local.
Source: Executive and Finance Committee - 2024/12/23 05:15
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