Committee hears competing views on permanent daylight saving time; sponsor sets bill aside At a first hearing on House Bill 41, sponsor Representative Allard advocated adopting permanent daylight saving time for health, safety and economic reasons; dozens of public callers and expert witnesses gave mixed testimony and the committee set the bill aside for further comparison with related measures.

Alaska might soon embrace permanent daylight saving time, but the debate over its impact on health and the economy is heating up!

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Representative Hicks explains STAR Act for Tennessee Highway Patrol; bill deferred to 2027 At the March 2 Council on Pensions meeting, Representative Hicks presented House Bill 19-10 (the STAR Act), saying it would allow Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers to retire after 25 years with up to 75% of average final compensation. Hicks moved to defer the bill to 2027; the motion carried without objection.

Rep. Hicks is advocating for the STAR Act, which could transform retirement for Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers, but the bill is now on hold until 2027.

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Las Cruces leaders hear update on community schools; city funding seen as critical to sustain coordinators City officials heard that Las Cruces Public Schools’ community schools model has expanded since 2016, serving roughly 1,500 students with nearly 1,300 in after‑school programs and linking school‑based hubs to medical and mental‑health partners. Presenters warned that salary inflation and uncertain grant funding threaten expansion and urged stronger city–university partnerships.

Las Cruces' community schools are transforming lives by providing essential services and support to over 1,500 students, but funding challenges threaten their future growth.

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Senior and Disability Services details waivers, assisted-living growth and adult-protective services limits The Department of Health’s Division of Senior and Disability Services told the House Finance Health Subcommittee it supports grant programs for about 22,000 Alaskans, is renewing four of five Medicaid waivers, reported a 7% increase in assisted-living home participation, and said adult protective services completes investigations for a subset of reports due to triage and staffing constraints.

Alaska's Senior and Disability Services are on the rise, revealing a 7% boost in assisted-living homes and crucial Medicaid waivers that support thousands of vulnerable residents.

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Lohrey Center reports membership growth, asks City of Columbia to help close $75,000 annual gap Senior Resources told the City of Columbia council the merged Lohrey Center has renovated 17,000 square feet, increased programming and membership, and faces an estimated $75,000 annual shortfall once current city support ends June 30; staff said the matter will enter the city budget process.

The Lohrey Center in Columbia has transformed into a vibrant hub for seniors, but now faces a $75,000 funding shortfall that could jeopardize its future.

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After heated public comment and legal concerns, Hillsborough commissioners vote 5–2 to deny a 250-foot pickleball setback Commissioners heard extended public testimony both for and against a proposed land-development code amendment requiring new pickleball courts to be at least 250 feet from residences. Citing legal risk from Florida’s Senate Bill 180 and pending litigation, the board voted 5–2 to deny the proposed universal setback but approved related ordinance work

Hillsborough County commissioners have sparked a heated debate, voting 5-2 to deny a controversial 250-foot setback for new pickleball courts after intense public testimony and legal concerns.

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In October, our team at Milky Tea, racked up an epic 2,239,286 steps – that’s around 1,791 km (1,113 miles) of collective movement! To put it into perspective, we could’ve walked from Liverpool to Kraków, Poland. Here are a few snaps along the way!
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Board approves six focus areas for Strategic Plan 2032 after community outreach; staff to draft indicators After countywide surveys and 18 focus groups, staff proposed six focus areas for the county's Strategic Plan 2032: housing & infrastructure; health & well-being; safety & justice; community care; resilience & environment; economy & jobs. The board approved the focus areas with one "no" vote and directed staff to develop results and indicators for a

Santa Cruz County is charting a bold path for the next six years with a new Strategic Plan focusing on housing, health, and community resilience based on input from residents.

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Superintendent reports modest MCAS gains, spotlights facilities work and districtwide air-quality sensors Superintendent Mary Skipper told the Boston School Committee the district showed encouraging literacy gains in grades 3'8 on the 2024-25 MCAS and remains "making moderate progress" in the state's accountability system. She also updated the committee on school renovations and ribbon cuttings, global travel for high-school students, a Good Food Purch

Boston Public Schools is celebrating significant gains in literacy and exciting facility upgrades while preparing students for global learning experiences!

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Kathleen Koenig Stoffel unveils caregiver corner resources at Power of Age Expo Koenig Stoffel details caregiver support resources and activities for Power of Age Expo.

Get ready for the Caregiver Corner at the Power of Age Expo, featuring essential resources, expert guidance, and creative activities designed to support and uplift caregivers!

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Berks County Celebrates National Recovery Month with Soberstock Festival and Community Support Berks County honors National Recovery Month with community events and success stories from residents.

Berks County unites to celebrate National Recovery Month, highlighting inspiring stories and the upcoming Soberstock Festival that champions resilience in the community.

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Massachusetts legislators mandate paid breaks and time off for agricultural workers Bill ensures agricultural employees receive paid time off and breaks during long shifts

Massachusetts just passed a groundbreaking bill guaranteeing paid time off and breaks for agricultural workers during those grueling long shifts!

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