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U.S. Congressman Keith Self to Speak at Melissa Chamber of Commerce Legislative Update in October 2026

U.S. Congressman Keith Self to Speak at Melissa Chamber of Commerce Legislative Update in October 2026

U.S. Congressman Keith Self is scheduled to speak at the October 2026 Legislative Update event hosted by the Melissa Chamber of Commerce. This event, titled 'Our County. Our District.', aims to bring together county, state, and federal representatives to discuss issues pertinent to the local community. Local business leaders and community members will have the opportunity to hear directly from Congressman Self, along with TX State Rep. Jeff Leach, Collin County Judge Chris Hill, and CC Tax Assessor Scott Grigg. The event is designed to foster important conversations about the region and provide insights into the decisions and issues shaping Collin County and its district. The Melissa Area Chamber of Commerce organizes such events to create value for its members and the broader business community.
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Andover Issues Weekly Travel Advisory for Lowell Street Water Main and Bridge Construction

Andover Issues Weekly Travel Advisory for Lowell Street Water Main and Bridge Construction

The town of Andover has issued its weekly travel advisory for the week of September 28, detailing ongoing construction projects that may impact local traffic. Key projects include water main construction on Lowell Street, specifically between Beacon Street and Lincoln Street, which is estimated to continue through Fall 2026. This work may reduce traffic to alternating one-way travel, with police details and flaggers present to manage flow. Additionally, water main construction is underway at Chandler Circle, estimated from September 23 through Fall 2026, which will necessitate traffic detours through Westminster Roadway, Canterbury Street, and Lowell Street. State projects also continue, including the Burnham Road Bridge (MBTA) preservation project, closing Burnham Road in both directions until October 2026, and ongoing I-495 bridge replacement work by MassDOT, which may cause lane restrictions and periodic delays.
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Harvard Kennedy School Launches Initiative to Strengthen American Democracy Through Sports

Harvard Kennedy School Launches Initiative to Strengthen American Democracy Through Sports

The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School has announced an expanded initiative titled 'Sports, Democracy, and Civic Health.' This program aims to explore how professional sports and fandom can enhance civic health and democratic life in the United States. Led by Tova Wang, Director of Research Projects in Democratic Practice at the Ash Center, the initiative brings together scholars, election officials, democracy advocates, professional sports organizations, leagues, athletes, and civic organizations. The core idea is to leverage the shared identity and sense of belonging fostered by sports to build trust, reduce polarization, encourage civic participation, and strengthen connections across diverse groups. This builds upon over five years of work by the Reimagining Democracy Program, which has previously researched how sports teams can utilize their facilities and fan networks to increase voter engagement. The initiative seeks to reframe sports beyond mere entertainm...
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On This Day: Samuel Huntington Became President of the Continental Congress in 1779

On This Day: Samuel Huntington Became President of the Continental Congress in 1779

The office of President of the Continental Congress, a position held by Samuel Huntington from 1779 to 1781, was a crucial, albeit largely ceremoni...
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Hattiesburg to Upgrade Hub City Transit Fleet with Propane Buses

Hattiesburg to Upgrade Hub City Transit Fleet with Propane Buses

Hattiesburg is preparing to modernize its Hub City Transit fleet by replacing existing buses with 14 new lower-emission propane models. This initiative is supported by over $7.5 million in combined federal and city funding. The upgrade aims to enhance public transportation services within the city while also contributing to environmental sustainability through the use of cleaner-burning fuel. This investment signifies a commitment from local and federal authorities to improve infrastructure and public amenities in Hattiesburg. The transition to propane buses is part of a broader effort to update aging public transit systems and adopt more eco-friendly transportation solutions.
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Blasting along I-26 in North Asheville to 'slow roll' traffic Oct. 1

Blasting along I-26 in North Asheville to 'slow roll' traffic Oct. 1

Rock blasting near Exit 25 in North Asheville near UNCA is set to sharply slow down traffic for a period the morning of Oct. 1.
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Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

Americans continue to disapprove of job President Trump is doing

President Trump continues to see more Americans think he is not doing the job in the White House. Entering October, 60% of the people disappove.
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Congressional Committee Material on Ann E. Tillson Committed to House for Printing in 1902

Congressional Committee Material on Ann E. Tillson Committed to House for Printing in 1902

On June 18, 1902, a document concerning Ann E. Tillson was committed to the Committee of the Whole House and subsequently ordered to be printed. This action is recorded as H. Rep. 57-2572 within the 57th Congress, 1st session. The document is part of the Congressional Serial Set, specifically Serial Set Number 4407, and falls under the category of Congressional Committee Materials. The SuDoc Class Number associated with this record is 57-1:H.RP.2572. Y 1.1/2:4407. This historical legislative action indicates the formal process of bringing specific matters before the full House of Representatives for consideration and public record.
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New Braunfels City Council Approves Updates to Drought Contingency Plan

New Braunfels City Council Approves Updates to Drought Contingency Plan

The New Braunfels City Council has approved updates to the city's Drought Contingency Plan, effective October 1, 2026. These revisions aim to clarify rules for water usage as drought conditions intensify, particularly concerning Conservation Stages 4 and 5. The updated plan introduces stricter outdoor watering limits and clearer water-use reduction goals for each drought stage. Additionally, drought surcharges will be implemented during Conservation Stages 3, 4, and 5 for customers whose water use exceeds applicable thresholds. For residential customers, these surcharges apply if monthly water use surpasses 6,000 gallons, primarily impacting those with outdoor irrigation. Commercial customers will see surcharges applied only to irrigation meters, not to separate domestic meters used for normal business operations. The changes do not immediately alter current watering requirements, and the drought stage system will continue to be based on water supply conditions, including measurements from the Edwards Aqui...
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MAGA Media Is Trying to Spin Senator’s Brutal Gaffe Into a Win

MAGA Media Is Trying to Spin Senator’s Brutal Gaffe Into a Win

Eric Schmitt humiliated himself while trying to corner Jack Smith during a Senate hearing. The right is running cover for him
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Senate made October 'National Country Music Month' as genre grows more popular

Senate made October 'National Country Music Month' as genre grows more popular

Senators Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Tim Kaine, D-Va., passed a resolution on Sept. 25 to honor the music genre nationwide.
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Opinion: Two years after Helene, federal recovery funds fall far short

Opinion: Two years after Helene, federal recovery funds fall far short

U.S. agencies so far have provided funding amounting to just 16% of what's needed to repair Helene's damage.