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Ketchikan Borough Assembly Member Kathy Bolling Files for Reelection

Ketchikan Borough Assembly Member Kathy Bolling Files for Reelection

Ketchikan Borough Assembly member Kathy Bolling has officially filed for reelection for a three-year seat in the upcoming municipal election on October 6. There are three such seats available. Bolling emphasized her motivation stems from a desire to ensure Ketchikan remains a thriving place for future generations, including her five grandchildren, four of whom attend local schools. Her priorities include implementing the recently completed comprehensive plan, focusing on strengthening regional and inter-island connectivity, partnering with employers for workforce housing solutions, and expanding childcare programs like the summer playground program to provide year-round latchkey care. She also advocates for reopening the Rainbird Trail and ensuring tourism is managed sustainably.

Lakewood School Board Debates Equal Free Busing for Public and Private School Students Amid Fiscal Concerns

Lakewood School Board Debates Equal Free Busing for Public and Private School Students Amid Fiscal Concerns

The Lakewood Board of Education is embroiled in a fierce debate over whether to extend free "hazardous" busing, currently provided to public school students, to the township's tens of thousands of private school students. Hazardous busing offers free transportation for students whose routes to school are deemed unsafe by police, and while not legally mandated, it currently serves approximately 1,173 public school students at an annual cost of $1.2 million. The school board recently voted 6-0, with two abstentions, to expand this service to over 12,000 private school students, which would incur an additional cost exceeding $14 million. However, State Monitor Louise Davis immediately blocked the approval, placing it "under advisement" for review. Board Attorney Joshua Forsman warned that denying hazardous busing to private school students while providing it to public school students could lead to significant litigation against the district, arguing that such a distinction might be considered arbitrary and ca...

Dover School Board Debates Policy on Miniature Horses as Service Animals

Dover School Board Debates Policy on Miniature Horses as Service Animals

The Dover Area School District officials recently discussed a state law that mandates schools to permit miniature horses as service animals during a policy review. Superintendent Timothy Mitzel clarified that no requests have been made to bring a miniature horse into the school as a service animal. The policy, drafted by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA), has been part of the state's school code since 2010. During a recent board meeting, board member Terry Emig expressed skepticism about miniature horses being reasonable service animals, while Board President David Conley highlighted concerns about potential messes and the practicalities of housing such animals within a school environment. Despite these reservations, Superintendent Mitzel explained that the school is legally obligated to comply with the state law.

Arizona Republic

AZ city residents question legality of reelection bid | Exclusive

AZ city residents question legality of reelection bid | Exclusive

Jennifer Crawford was sure to win reelection in November. But residents are questioning her eligibility after she recently sold her home.

New Hampshire Republicans Criticized for Underfunding Public Schools and Increasing Property Taxes

New Hampshire Republicans Criticized for Underfunding Public Schools and Increasing Property Taxes

Governor Kelly Ayotte and New Hampshire Republicans are facing criticism for policies that allegedly underfund public schools and cut state services, leading to increased costs for local communities. This approach is cited as a primary cause of rising property taxes across the state. Despite these concerns, voters in affected communities have reportedly continued to elect the same Republican legislature and Governor. The criticism suggests that these voters then misdirect their anger towards local school boards and city councils for the tax increases, rather than attributing them to state-level policies. The state government is also accused of providing tax dollars to individual parents for homeschooling or private schools, including for 'educational activities' like yoga classes, without accountability, further diverting funds from public education and other essential local services.

Gov. Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa argue gender politics in governor race

Gov. Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa argue gender politics in governor race

Gov. Greg Abbott releases attack on Gina Hinojosa calling her a "gender bender" regarding Texas children ahead of the Texas governor race.

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Addresses Economic Growth, Storm Recovery, and Political Campaign Funding

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Addresses Economic Growth, Storm Recovery, and Political Campaign Funding

Indiana Governor Mike Braun recently delivered a speech in Muncie, highlighting the state's economic progress, specifically noting growth in business, jobs, and wages. He commended East Central Indiana for its economic momentum. In a separate development, Governor Braun announced a plan to significantly reduce the financial burden on local communities for debris cleanup following severe weather in August. Under this plan, the federal Major Disaster Declaration will cover 75% of eligible debris removal costs in 11 approved counties, with the state of Indiana contributing an additional 75% of the remaining balance. This initiative means local governments will only be responsible for 6.25% of the total eligible project costs. Furthermore, Governor Braun and the Indiana GOP are investing $1 million into a statewide advertising campaign to support their candidate in the secretary of state race, which national observers have characterized as a 'pure toss-up.'

Maine Educators Endorse Troy Jackson for U.S. Senate, Citing Support for Public Education

Maine Educators Endorse Troy Jackson for U.S. Senate, Citing Support for Public Education

Teachers, school support staff, and unionized college professors in Maine have officially endorsed former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat, in his bid for the U.S. Senate. The National Education Association (NEA) and the Maine Education Association (MEA) announced their support on Wednesday, praising Jackson for his legislative record. Key actions highlighted include his votes to increase salaries for teachers and support staff, provide free meals for all children, reduce childcare costs, and maintain 55% state funding for local schools. Jesse Hargrove, president of the MEA, emphasized their support for candidates who value public education's role in communities, economies, and democracy. The MEA, representing over 24,000 current and retired educators and support staff, criticized Jackson's opponent, Republican Sen. Susan Collins, for her vote to confirm President Trump's Education Secretary Linda McMahon. Robert Rodriguez, secretary-treasurer of the NEA, pledged the union's full support, in...

William Azaroff Withdraws from Vancouver Mayoral Race, Consolidating Progressive Support for Pete Fry

William Azaroff Withdraws from Vancouver Mayoral Race, Consolidating Progressive Support for Pete Fry

William Azaroff, the OneCity Vancouver candidate, has announced his withdrawal from the mayoral race. This decision, made public on Tuesday, leaves Green Party city councillor Pete Fry as the sole progressive candidate for the upcoming October 17 municipal election. Azaroff's withdrawal follows a similar move six days prior by COPE mayoral candidate Stephanie Allen. Both OneCity and COPE, along with the Green Party, identify as progressive or left-of-center. Azaroff stated that his decision was driven by the belief that uniting behind a single progressive mayoral candidate is necessary to unseat the current Mayor Ken Sim. He had been considering this move since the previous Thursday and consulted with his party before making the final decision. Azaroff, who is the CEO of non-profit Brightside Homes, secured his party's nomination in February.

Maryland Releases 2026 Gubernatorial General Election Local Candidates List

Maryland Releases 2026 Gubernatorial General Election Local Candidates List

The Maryland State Board of Elections has released the local candidates list for the 2026 Gubernatorial General Election. The list, last updated on September 9, 2026, at 12:00 PM, details candidates across various counties for positions such as County Commissioner, State's Attorney, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Register of Wills, Judge of the Orphans' Court, Sheriff, and Board of Education. For instance, Allegany County lists Chelsea Boor and Carol Taccino as Democratic candidates for County Commissioner, alongside Republicans Bill Atkinson, Creade Brodie, Jr., and Dave Caporale, and unaffiliated candidate Kit Pepper Lescallette. Anne Arundel County shows Allison M. Pickard (Democratic) and Dave Crawford (Republican) vying for County Executive. Baltimore City's State's Attorney race features Ivan J. Bates (Democratic), while Baltimore County's County Executive candidates include Julian Jones (Democratic), Patrick V. Dyer (Republican), and unaffiliated candidate Rob Daniels. The comprehensive list provides n...

The Columbus Dispatch

Columbus City school board OKs making $50M in more cuts by December

Columbus City school board OKs making $50M in more cuts by December

Columbus City school board board voted Sept. 8 to approve making another $50 million in cuts, which would bring total budget cuts to $100 million.

President Trump Accuses Communists of 'INHUMAN ideology' Amidst Iran War and Midterm Convention Planning

President Trump Accuses Communists of 'INHUMAN ideology' Amidst Iran War and Midterm Convention Planning

President Trump is actively involved in planning the Republican convention in Dallas, aiming to energize his base for the upcoming midterm elections. He is scheduled to deliver keynote addresses on both nights of the convention, effectively making it a 'Trump show' to rally support for his party, despite not being on the ballot himself. During this period, President Trump has also publicly accused communists of promoting an 'INHUMAN ideology that has led to DEATH and DESTRUCTION around the World!' This rhetoric comes seven months into an ongoing war with Iran, and as his administration faces low approval ratings. Republicans familiar with the convention process indicate President Trump has meticulously planned nearly every detail of the event, emphasizing his control over the program.