Day: February 14, 2024

California

California Building Bigger, Better Zero-Emission Charging Network

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: With unprecedented funding, California is building a bigger, better network of charging and refueling infrastructure for zero-emission cars, trucks and buses – with at least half of the investments benefitting disadvantaged communities. SACRAMENTO – California is making it easier to charge your electric vehicle. The California Energy Commission (CEC) today approved […]

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California

Another Southern California storm to bring rainfall toward end of President’s Day weekend – Orange County Register

PRESIDENTS’ DAY SALE Don’t miss this deal Standard Digital Access $9 for 1 year Already a subscriber? Login Traffic and clouds pass Stoney Point Park in Chatsworth on a dry Wednesday morning, Feb. 14, 2024. More rain is expected this Sunday. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Dry, cloudy weather mixed with some […]

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City Council

After Doral city manager fired, council kicks her husband out of city hall office | #citycouncil

DORAL, Fla. – In a 3-2 vote, the Doral City Council decided on Wednesday to kick out Miami-Dade School Board Member Danny Espino, who had an office at city hall. Espino happened to be married to former City Manager Barbie Hernandez, who, two weeks prior to Wednesday’s vote, was also kicked out of Doral City […]

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Mayor

Mayor Parker celebrates LOVE on Valentine’s Day – NBC10 Philadelphia

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker was surrounded by love in the park that bears its name as she officiated the first wedding of the day at LOVE Park on Valentine’s Day. In her first-time officiating nuptials since becoming the first woman to lead the city, Parker joined Mike Snader, of the Philly area, and Amy Brown, […]

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California

Policy Brief: Labor Force Participation in California

What economic challenges does shrinking labor force participation pose? The challenge California faces is twofold: aggregate needs for a strong and sizable statewide labor force, and longstanding gaps in labor force participation by race, gender, nativity, and disability status. Addressing these longstanding gaps is critical at this juncture. In the short run—especially in critical sectors […]

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Alaska

A Push for K-12’s Future | #alaska | #politics

Alaska’s Battle for Education Funding: The Fight for K-12’s Future A Crisis Unfolding in Alaskan Schools As February 14, 2024, unfolds, Alaska finds itself in the throes of a heated debate over education funding. Students, teachers, and administrators are advocating for increased state funding, as the potential loss of key programs and deteriorating school infrastructure […]

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City Council

Lake Park City Council Approves Letter Of Intent For Proposed Land Swap | #citycouncil

Lake Park, Iowa –The Lake Park City Council Monday evening formally approved a letter of intent with the Harris-Lake Park School Board for a proposed land swap. Under the arrangement, the city would receive land where the current elementary building is located along with a playground area and some adjoining land to the north. In […]

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Mayor

News Flash • Town Talks with the Mayor Series Continues Febr

Mayor Karen Stepper will provide updates on Town projects and answer questions from the community.   The popular Town Talks with the Mayor series continues February 16, giving the Danville community an opportunity to hear the latest Town news and ask questions of Mayor Karen Stepper. The series will continue with an hour-long discussion Friday from […]

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California

California Expanding Fleet of Hydrogen Passenger Trains

Skip to main content Click here to continue to the news This ad will close in seconds Top Menu Sort: Publish Date: Most Recent to OldestPublish Date: Oldest to Most RecentRelevance (Asc)Relevance (Desc) Apply February 14, 2024 4:34 PM, EST Caltrans Purchasing Six Trains From Stadler Rail AG A worker refuels a hydrogen fuel cell […]

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Arkansas

Chief financial officer at Arkansas PBS resigns after a year on the job

Arkansas PBS has lost its chief financial officer after she spent only a year at the already understaffed agency. Karen Watkins‘ last day on the job was Feb. 1. On Jan. 29, Watkins, who was also administration and finance director, sent a short resignation letter to Courtney Pledger, the station’s executive director. She gave no reason for […]

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