What happened on Saturday, 30 August 2025
North Platte Public Schools, School Districts, Nebraska
School staff presented Washington Elementary's 2024'025 site-plan outcomes to the board, reporting surpassing proficiency goals in math and reading, a decline in major behavior incidents and improved attendance, and outlined building goals for 2025'026 including expanded intervention/enrichment time and rest/mindful practices for early grades.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The Tennessee POST commission approved a series of individual waivers, criminal-record waivers and academy transfer requests on Aug. 29, 2025, clearing multiple applicants to continue or begin law-enforcement training and employment.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey County, California
Officials praised Car Week response and announced a peninsula-wide debrief meeting for cross-jurisdiction coordination to address increasing side-show activity and social-media-driven impacts.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The commission approved a major amendment to a planned development overlay allowing replacement and slight enlargement of an existing electronic reader-board sign at 1501 Campbell Street, citing equipment obsolescence and code compliance conditions.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
New Veolia project manager told the Charlton Water Sewer Commission that several plant employees left in April, electrical failures damaged VFDs and underground wiring, and flow fluctuations are stressing the rotating biological contactors (RBCs); consultants have been engaged to study options.
Cocoa Beach, Brevard County, Florida
After three rounds of interviews with five finalists and no clear majority pick, the Cocoa Beach City Commission unanimously approved a motion for Interim City Manager AJ to remain in the post for up to two years and asked him to produce a documented succession plan.
Sherman County, Kansas
The Sherman County Board of County Commissioners approved a slate of routine business and permit requests, including an ATV event permit, an AI usage policy, a landfill gas-line bid and a tax-roll correction.
Iowa County, Iowa
The county’s roads staff reported a reopened bridge, continued patching, purchase of a used 2016 Freightliner Cascadia and a lowboy, and ongoing difficulty recruiting an experienced engineer. Staff also described a microseal/slurry demo and upcoming public hearings.
Iowa County, Iowa
The Board of Supervisors awarded a PCC paving contract for 563.5 square yards to Denco at $169.50 per square yard after reviewing three bids; other bids included Iowa Civil ($212.23) and Cedar Falls Construction ($178.00).
Iowa County, Iowa
The Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 2025-08-29 to create a drainage-district levy intended to raise roughly $225,000 per year (approximately $22.20 per $1,000 of taxable valuation) for five years to fund future bank stabilization and related work; presenters said full project costs could reach $850,000–$1.1 million.
Iowa County, Iowa
Conservation staff presented a plan to upgrade the boat ramp, parking and access at Gateway Park and Preserve in Marengo, proposing a $247,000 project that staff say would be reimbursed 75% by a state water-recreational access grant.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The commission approved a major amendment to a conditional use permit to allow a two-sided electronic reader-board sign at a car wash at 206 East Boulevard North, subject to stipulations including brightness controls, static-message intervals and a prohibition on scrolling or flashing.
Town of Pembroke Park, Broward County, Florida
Town Manager Dave Lynch said the Town of Pembroke Park is eliminating business tax receipts, a municipal licensing and fee mechanism officials said created administrative hassle and financial burden for many small businesses.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey County, California
A city working group led by Council Member Bob Delves presented research on street addresses at an informational meeting and will hold an evening session next week; the group is scheduled to present findings to council in October for direction.
North Platte Public Schools, School Districts, Nebraska
Members of the public urged the North Platte Public Schools board on Aug. 28 to retain the district's current "smart casual" staff dress code and to consider adding an at-large board seat to avoid tie votes.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
The LOSAP plan administrator reported a quarterly administrative payment and the timing of the first quarterly contribution to the trust; the board accepted the administrator's report and set the next meeting for Oct. 24, 2025.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The Rapid City Planning Commission approved a revised plat to consolidate portions of five legacy lots into two buildable lots, with stipulations and anticipated variances to address nonconforming setbacks and lot coverage.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
At its Aug. 29 meeting the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board dismissed one case, issued compliance orders and fines in several matters, and approved a fine reduction for a property owner who presented a neighbor as a representative.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
The St. Mary’s County Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) board approved its second-quarter investment performance report and agreed to begin a manager search for a proposed private‑credit allocation intended to replace the fund's high‑yield bond allocation and reorganize its inflation‑sensitive sleeve.
Sherman County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution to reduce the speed limit on Road 64 through the unincorporated community of Edson to 30 miles per hour and directed road staff to place signage accordingly.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
A Tennessee administrative commission voted to revoke Henry McGowan's peace-officer certification after testimony that he disseminated sexually explicit images of colleagues, was found untruthful in internal-investigation interviews and was terminated by the City of La Verne.
North Platte Public Schools, School Districts, Nebraska
Trustees reviewed options to align the superintendent evaluation with the district's five-year strategic plan, including customizing the Nebraska Association of School Boards (NASB) rubric for a one-time $600 fee or using the school attorney's (KSB) tool for a higher annual cost; board requested more information and involvement from Dr. Rhodes.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
St. Vincent de Paul Cares, which absorbed the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition in August 2024, asked the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board for a continuance on a code case tied to a long‑damaged roof while litigation with a long‑term tenant proceeds; the board continued the case to the Oct. 21 meeting.
Chase County, Kansas
Staff outlined an option to use remaining 2025 recycling funds as a down payment with seasonal financing for a new recycle trailer, and commissioners discussed moving county offices to underused county property; no final approvals were made and staff were asked to provide cost and implementation plans.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey County, California
The Harrison Memorial Library Centennial Restoration Project held a community meeting with interactive exercises; city and the Carmel Public Library Foundation are working with an architect and plan further outreach.
Town of Speedway, Marion County, Indiana
Tammy Smith, parks director for the Town of Speedway, announced a Public Safety and Service Community Day at Leonard Park on Thursday, Sept. 11, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with police and fire demonstrations, vehicle displays, family activities and local partners.
McMinnville, Warren County, Tennessee
The McMinnville Safety Committee voted to renew a one-year subscription to Cellebrite for $13,001.98 after staff said the subscription lapsed and the device—purchased in 2024 with a grant—cannot be used while past due.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Council members and presenters highlighted the Autry Museum of the American West's exhibition on Black cowboys and recognized Wat Thai of Los Angeles for its volunteer teachers and cultural programming; the museum invited the public to a free community day and the council presented a certificate.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Scores of residents used public comment to oppose a proposed housing development at Century and Balboa (Lake Balboa area), accused Councilmember Padilla of ignoring constituent concerns, and raised safety and traffic objections, especially near nearby schools.
North Platte Public Schools, School Districts, Nebraska
At the North Platte Public Schools committee of the whole on Aug. 28, staff presented the 2025–26 budget and proposed increasing the district's base growth percentage for property-tax authority by up to 5%. A motion to adopt the resolution failed for lack of a second; the board then voted to table the item until the next meeting.
Volusia County, Florida
The Volusia Forever committee voted to find the Turnbull Bay conservation easement eligible for further consideration but deferred ranking until a property representative can attend. Staff reported progress on several major easement and acquisition projects and announced a Florida Communities Trust grant award.
Griggs County, North Dakota
County staff and commissioners agreed to implement a timekeeping/time-clock module already included in the county’s payroll software; rollout will require department-head approvals, supervisor training, and attention to rural cell/Wi‑Fi access.
Sherman County, Kansas
Sherman County commissioners voted to pursue acquisition or a transfer of a small city-owned parcel adjacent to Topside Manor to provide additional storage and buffering for the county facility.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey County, California
At a community workshop on Wednesday, an ad hoc group of residents and city staff outlined a plan to give every building in Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea a standardized, Address Management System (AMS)‑compatible street number and described a multi‑step process to gain county and U.S. Postal Service acceptance.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
POST staff told commissioners the agency will implement a revised conflict-of-interest disclosure form to be signed annually; the new policy will require commissioners to file updates when circumstances change.
Chase County, Kansas
County staff seeking Kansas Hazardous Waste funding to replace an aging boxcar used for household hazardous waste; recommended prefab unit priced about $12,261 plus shipping with a 40% match and rolling applications beginning October/September award window.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
County staff said a revised recommendation regarding land uses near McConnell Air Force Base will return to the commission after further discussion between McConnell staff and the property owner; the recommendation includes additions and removals of allowed uses and suggests approval with a customized protective overlay.
Fulton County, Georgia
The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections voted unanimously to adopt a streamlined canvassing policy and to add scanner tape reports and an 'e-post' reconciliation report to the pre-certification materials; the board agreed to request a ballot canvass summary be posted online if the Georgia Secretary of State permits.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey County, California
Carmel Prepares will hold a one-hour session on building a disaster kit at Sunset Center on Sept. 6, with follow-up training — including hands-only CPR — scheduled for Nov. 8. The city encouraged residents to attend and noted volunteers and CERT instructors will participate.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council voted to accept two reports related to the city's emergency declaration and adopted an amendment to improve county-city coordination. One councilmember voted against the first report; an amendment to formalize coordination with the county passed unanimously after amendment.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
The commission previewed authorizing a benefit district and two professional engineering service agreements for the Meadowlake Beach addition. Two contracts with Bachmann were listed at $55,800 and $24,200; a vacation request related to adjoining City of Wichita plats was also noted.
Volusia County, Florida
Donna Butler of the Office of Recovery and Resiliency explained differences between homeowner buyouts and infrastructure-driven property acquisition under federal CDBG-DR funds and related programs, including eligibility limits, funding caps and how cities must partner with the county.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council approved a quarterly homelessness report and a separate amendment requiring city departments to report on coordination with county encampment resources; Councilmember Rodriguez cast the lone no vote on the report, citing conflation of outcomes with the emergency declaration.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
The county listed a $3.5 million pass-through Older Americans Act grant via KDADS and Central Plains Area Agency on Aging, work to update a Comcare contract with Mental Health Association (MHA), an in‑home services vendor contract with Homebody, and administrative case-management subcontracting through a lead AAA in northwest Kansas.
Sherman County, Kansas
Commissioners said the county will pursue construction of a donated 80-by-100-foot storage building for the county fire department, asked staff to advertise for bids and encouraged grant applications and phased construction (shell now, amenities later).
Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama
A city election staff member read precinct and absentee unofficial vote counts for the City of Anniston’s 2025 general election, covering the mayoral race, City Council wards and school board contests and noting several unopposed races. The office said results remain unofficial until canvass.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
A state administrative panel voted on Aug. 29, 2025, to revoke the law-enforcement certification of former La Verne detective-sergeant Henry (Ty) McGowan after a full-day administrative hearing over allegations that included dissemination of sexually explicit images, workplace violence, and untruthfulness during an internal affairs interview.
Sherman County, Kansas
County commissioners approved allowing contractors and pipeline crews to camp at the Sherman County fairgrounds with a daily or monthly fee, authorized water hookups, and signaled support for a centennial pavilion restoration and a permanent shelter to replace a rental tent.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Dozens of speakers at a Los Angeles City Council field meeting in the San Fernando Valley criticized Councilmember Imelda Padilla’s support for housing and tiny-home projects in Lake Balboa and Sun Valley. Padilla said engagement is continuing and disputed some claims about project details.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
County IT staff told commissioners a gap analysis expanded a previously budgeted $745,000 upgrade into a $3.5 million, 21‑month project. Staff proposed a budget transfer now for authority and a year-end transfer to move cash into the technology fund.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
Consultants briefed the board on the 2025 legislative session and the district discussed priorities for 2026 including possible statutory tweaks to construction requirements, concerns about HB1105’s elimination of certificates of completion, transportation funding, workforce housing projects and sunshine‑law clarifications.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
District officials said they purchased a full suite of Vector Solutions training for staff, will require Title IX investigative training for leaders, and have issued new school‑level checklists and binders to document DCF and law‑enforcement notifications.
Griggs County, North Dakota
At a special Aug. 29 meeting the Griggs County Commission approved buying a prebuilt 12-by-24 steel shed for county maintenance, using $12,000 from the maintenance budget and $4,000 from the general fund; unrestricted ARPA funds were not used.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
School district and Manatee County Sheriff's Office leaders told district staff that Florida law makes everyone a mandatory reporter, outlined when to call the Department of Children and Families hotline versus law enforcement, and recommended both calls in most cases to protect students and preserve evidence.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
At a special meeting Aug. 29, the Terrell City Council approved an amended FY25 budget and adopted the FY26 proposed budget while keeping the city tax rate at 76.42¢ per $100 valuation. Council prioritized police and fire compensation under a staff-recommended option and approved several related motions by roll call.
Chase County, Kansas
The commission approved purchase of a commercial quick‑attach brush mower and industrial grapple for county skid steer, discussed trailer needs and potential used KDOT truck purchase as a stopgap, and deferred major fleet replacement until next year due to budget constraints.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Public Works described a multi-year reconstruction of 150th Street (150 First) from 50 Third to K‑96: converting an existing cold-mix surface to hot-mix, adding shoulders, increasing right‑of‑way from ~40 to ~60 feet and addressing semitraffic at the nearby biodiesel plant.
Chase County, Kansas
Commissioners approved purchasing a commercial brush cutter and industrial grapple for the county skid steer and discussed needs for a heavier trailer, spare skid steer planning and financing; motion to buy mower and grapple passed.
Chase County, Kansas
After an annual audit found accounting irregularities in the treasurer’s office, Chase County commissioners approved up to $25,000 for a third‑party forensic audit and granted Sheriff Jacob Welsh access to Citizens State Bank records from 2022 to present.
GALLUP-MCKINLEY CITY SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The Board of Education voted to readopt a resolution intended to cure potential Open Meetings Act violations identified by the New Mexico Department of Justice and then moved into an executive session to discuss pending litigation, board members said.
Chase County, Kansas
Chase County commissioners voted Aug. 29 to contract with Blue Valley Consulting and pursue a Federal Highway Administration Bridge Investment Program grant — a possible multi‑million‑dollar package that would cover most bridge project costs if the county secures matching funds.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The commission reviewed an application for a retired-officer handgun permit under LEOSA but took no action after staff identified ambiguity about whether the applicant’s aggregate law‑enforcement service met the 10‑year requirement and whether prior agency separation was recorded as in good standing.
Scott County, Indiana
At a special meeting Aug. 29, 2025, the Scott County Council gave initial approval to ordinances authorizing pursuit of judgment-funding bonds and an associated additional appropriation. The actions start a process that includes public hearings Sept. 9 and could increase property taxes to cover annual debt service if the bonds are sold.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Commissioners discussed rescinding a county grievance policy, with some urging amendment rather than rescission and others citing limits created by independent elected offices and civil-service rules. The item was moved from consent to new business for fuller discussion at the next meeting.
Kent, King County, Washington
Dana Routh used the weekly update to highlight local happenings: La Huerta Market's 20th anniversary, neighborhood 'Drinks in the Driveway' gatherings, arts performances, Coffee with the Chief on Sept. 3, movie in the park Sept. 5, Kent Hops Festival Sept. 6 and a lake cleanup Sept. 13.
Sherman County, Kansas
The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes, bill payments, an ATV event permit and an AI usage policy, and accepted a landfill gas-line bid and a tax-roll correction. Several consent motions passed unanimously.
Bourbon County, Kentucky
The commissioners approved accounts payable totaling $160,295.55 and authorized the treasurer to transfer $580,000 from the county tax account to the Road & Bridge hard-surface sales-tax fund for operations and asphalting work.
Kent, King County, Washington
In a weekly city update, Dana Routh said Sound Transit announced the Federal Way Link Extension will begin service in December 2025 and will include stations at Kent Des Moines Road and Star Lake along Pacific Highway.
Chase County, Kansas
County agreed to partner with Osage County on a federal Bridge Investment Program application covering multiple rural bridges, approved a $12,500 grant-writing fee to Valley/Blue Valley consulting and agreed to use Build Kansas Fund match options if awarded.
ALICE ISD, School Districts, Texas
After an executive session, the Alice ISD board on Aug. 29 approved the hiring of Samira Massey as principal at Newton Elementary and received informational updates on retirements, resignations and ongoing personnel investigations.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The POST commission accepted multiple agreed orders to surrender or suspend certifications, recorded final administrative orders, and directed informal hearings in several personnel matters during its Aug. 29 meeting.
ALICE ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved the district��'s District of Innovation renewal plan for 2025��–26 and staff described training, software licenses and testing support to help teachers meet new statewide certification expectations.
Chase County, Kansas
Commissioners authorized up to $25,000 for a third-party forensic audit after the county auditor reported unexplained irregularities in the treasurer's records; the sheriff was granted access to bank records from 2022 to present.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
Investigators reported instances of uncertified or improperly documented officers working solo or with uncertified part-time officers in multiple Tennessee departments. The commission accepted reports and directed investigators to conduct follow-up spot checks.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
At a Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, an unidentified speaker promoted blood drives at Patterson Park and Sportscom tied to 9/11 remembrance and urged first responders to donate. A cancer survivor described needing 14 transfusions after an AML diagnosis and asked listeners to give if able.
Bourbon County, Kentucky
Freeman’s emergency‑department funding amendment—seeking administrative changes and an extension tied to Medicaid and Medicare billing approvals—was discussed and tabled to the next meeting to allow commissioners and staff to review licensing and written accountings.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Curriculum & Program subcommittee voted to recommend updated competency‑determination requirements to align with DESE (603 CMR 30) guidance: two years of ELA (grades 9–12), two years of math (Algebra I and geometry), one year of science (including engineering/technology), and social studies added for the class of 2027. Board members pressed staff on the district’s passing grade (D‑), data on affected students, accommodations and appeals; the vote was contingent on attorney edits and passed at subcommittee.
Clark County, Kentucky
Members of Clark County’s new Project Development Board questioned the committee’s appointed membership and whether family court is represented, then moved to adjourn so the chief justice can be consulted.
ALICE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved updates to the 2025–26 stipend list, adding stipends for plumbing support and increasing the head cheerleader stipend to $5,000, district staff said.
Bourbon County, Kentucky
After hours of line‑by‑line discussion, commissioners agreed to send a revised budget packet for publication and to publish the notice for a public budget hearing in early September. The board approved a draft with several adjustments (housekeeping and selective restorations) and agreed to meet again if the published packet requires final tweaks.
Columbia County, Florida
An advisory board recommended a three-year property tax rebate for a proposed Highway 47 commercial project and offered to match a $370,000 city contribution toward a regional sewer lift station, advancing the developer’s plan to attract grocery and quick-service retailers and to extend utilities into the corridor.
ALICE ISD, School Districts, Texas
The Alice Independent School District Board of Trustees on Aug. 29 approved a balanced 2025–26 budget, a proposed tax rate of 1.1722 and accepted the certified 2025 appraisal tax roll; officials said the rate supports salary increases and capital needs amid a homestead exemption change.
Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia
The Land Reuse Agency considered transferring the Monogar Building at 210 South Monticello Avenue; members proposed setting the transfer consideration equal to the cost of transfer (one speaker cited $300 as an example) and amending the reversionary clause to 24 months tied to development progress.
Bourbon County, Kentucky
Bourbon County commissioners voted to proceed with a two-part information-technology engagement with Stronghold, approving a one-time infrastructure project (version 5) and a separate interim managed-services contract (version 2).
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Water Sewer Commission approved several connection requests, accepted a major abatement, and authorized up to $17,400 from FY25 to camera and jet the Route 20 sewer line; the commission also discussed emergency-spending delegation for operational staff.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Representatives from Buckley Richardson and Robinson & Cole presented to the Legislative & Contracts subcommittee after the superintendent’s office said the firm selection is an administrative decision, not a subcommittee vote. Each firm highlighted school‑law experience, local ties, and proposed fees or alternative arrangements.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
The St. Mary’s County OPEB Retiree Benefit Trust Committee on Aug. 29 heard Marquette Associates’ Q2 performance review and approved placing a John Hancock small‑cap fund on its watch list, a $1.25 million reimbursement funding and rebalancing plan, and automation to pay private‑market capital calls with a designated fallback liquidation.
East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley), School Districts, New York
Graduates from the East Ramapo Central School District summer program were certified as meeting New York State graduation requirements at a commencement ceremony where district leaders and board members offered remarks and formally conferred diplomas.
Hoover City, Shelby County, Alabama
The Hoover City Council approved Resolution No. 8558-25 to formally canvass the results of the Aug. 26, 2025 municipal election after the city clerk read ballots and provisional totals.
Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia
The Land Reuse Agency moved to consider acquiring a Cole Street parcel and adjourned to an executive session citing West Virginia Code Chapter 6, Article 9A, Section 4; members discussed conditioning the acquisition on a transfer from the sanitary board and stated the property is intended for mixed-use, market-rate housing.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The subcommittee recommended that the full Springfield school committee approve a $5 million MassCEC Green Schools Works grant for HVAC upgrades at Glickman Elementary. District staff said the funding would allow a VRF heat‑pump installation and expand the district’s ongoing effort to add air conditioning to all schools.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
The Fargo Dome Authority proposed a convention center integrated at the Fargo Dome site, emphasizing reuse of existing infrastructure, a connected hotel and a three‑phase plan that would preserve operations at the Dome while adding exhibition space, additional meeting rooms and a potential entertainment district developed with NDSU.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A downtown proposal led by Kilborn Group, EAPC and ASM Global urged the selection committee to place a city‑owned convention center in Downtown Fargo citing no land acquisition, existing parking and a planned Skyway connection to Radisson Blu; ASM would operate the center, and the Radisson owner plans a 75‑room Marriott Moxy addition.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A Garfield Public Private-led team proposed a convention center and attached headquarters hotel on the southwest quadrant of I‑29 and I‑94, highlighting high visibility, interstate access and a plan that pairs an attached full‑service hotel with the convention facility to improve long‑term operations and revenue.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The commission approved consent calendar items 1–8 with the exception of item 3, acknowledged the withdrawal of item 2, and adjourned after completing scheduled business.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The commission voted to direct staff to draft a policy requiring payment of the $8,200 privilege/betterment fee at the time of permit for new construction; the draft will be reviewed in July and the commission targeted an August 1 effective date.
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
A Lenawee County judge found clear and convincing evidence to terminate the parental rights of Harold and Erica Hollis, citing ongoing substance use, domestic violence dynamics and failure to comply with court-ordered services. The child remains in a relative placement and is likely to be adopted.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Springfield Public Schools budget and finance subcommittee voted to recommend the FY2026 amended budget to the full school committee after district officials said a governor’s veto of a charter‑tuition reimbursement line left a projected $2,460,000 deficit in the charter‑tuition account. The subcommittee approved the recommendation to pass to the full committee.
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
District leaders say enrollment and capacity analyses show underused buildings and that the superintendent will present a single initial consolidation proposal to the school board Sept. 11; community listening sessions and board deliberation Oct. 30 precede a planned Nov. 13 decision.
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
A family court judge accepted case service plans for three parents, ordered supervised parenting time, clarified a transportation requirement after a parent said he has never held a driver's license, and scheduled a review for Nov. 18, the court record shows.