The Westwood Hills Nature Center in St. Louis Park is already at the forefront of future-oriented architecture. With its own Certified Net-Zero Energy building that opened in 2020, the Minneapolis suburb has focused on the newest sustainability trend through clever design. However, the interpretive center serves as an instructional tool as well, emphasizing how each...
A multimillion-dollar fundraising drive is being organized by local supporters in an attempt to revive Grand Rapids’ baseball heritage. The “Brick and Wall” campaign is the most recent effort by Valley Field supporters to return Sullivan Field to its former state, according to WOODTV. In order to pay for unforeseen remodeling expenses, such as preserving...
The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree marks the arrival of the holiday season in Washington, D.C. From the Tongass National Forest in Alaska to the West Front Lawn of the Capitol, the 80-foot Sitka spruce traveled more than 4,000 miles. The tree traveled 700 miles by sea and made multiple stops throughout the nation, according...
The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is held at Mayors’ Park, and locals are welcome to attend. From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, the community will be able to enjoy this beloved tradition at the festive event scheduled for December 2. There will be several of chances to create seasonal memories, such as taking photos with...
On Friday, a train accident in downtown Oconomowoc resulted in traffic closures and injuries. Areas between Main Street and Second Street/Summit Avenue were closed as a result of the multi-vehicle incident. According to FOX6, one passenger was pulled from a car and sent to a nearby trauma facility by the Western Lakes Fire District. Spectrum...
According to the City of Davis, the Davis City Council has implemented a multi-tiered approach to update homeless services in an attempt to address homelessness-related issues. Measures to protect both public and private properties, including an Encampment Response Protocol and revisions to the municipal law, were voted on during a special meeting. The City of...
In an attempt to safeguard Texas’ financial interests, Governor Greg Abbott has ordered state agencies to remove all investments made in China. Abbott’s edict is intended to protect Texans from the financial dangers associated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), according to a statement provided by the Office of the Governor of Texas. “Texas and...
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled 5-2 in favor of partial relief for the city of Obetz in its property tax dispute with Franklin County. However, the court also prohibited the county from withholding future payments to make up for previous overpayments. But the Court turned down Obetz’s attempt to recover money that had already been...
In the east valley of Las Vegas, a pedestrian was hurt in a hit-and-run incident, and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police are currently searching for the driver. The crash happened on Flamingo Road close to Maryland Parkway just before 7 p.m. last night, according to 8 News Now, and the motorist left the scene without saying...
According to the county’s official media, the Board of Supervisors overwhelmingly approved the General Election canvass and moved forward with a recount, continuing the story of the 2024 Pima County sheriff’s race. Because of the extremely close margin between incumbent Chris Nanos and challenger Heather Lappin, the vote was held yesterday, setting the stage for...