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Virginia Redlon Honored for Contributions to Civil Service and Community in Putnam County

Virginia Redlon Honored for Contributions to Civil Service and Community in Putnam County

Virginia Redlon, a Senior Personnel Specialist in Putnam County, has been recognized with two community honors: the Carmel Rotary Club’s New Generations Award and the Putnam County Youth Bureau’s Judge James F. Reitz Adult Service Award. Redlon, a Putnam County native and SUNY Purchase College graduate, began her career in county government as a summer intern through the PILOT program (Putnam Invests in Leaders of Tomorrow), which she now administers. Her professional journey in Human Resources was unexpected, as she initially pursued a journalism degree. She credits her former Personnel Officer, Paul Eldridge, as a significant mentor, emphasizing the importance of thorough research and accuracy in her role. Redlon's work encompasses personnel and civil service transactions, onboarding, classifications, and addressing inquiries from various county departments and agencies. Her journalism background has proven beneficial in drafting job specifications, memos, and press releases.

Wyoming Arts Council Awards $162,500 for Creative Aging Programs Across the State

Wyoming Arts Council Awards $162,500 for Creative Aging Programs Across the State

The Wyoming Arts Council has allocated $162,500 in Creative Aging Project Grants to support arts programs for older adults throughout Wyoming. These grants will fund 65 eight-week arts programs, delivered by Wyoming teaching artists and nonprofit organizations, with activities scheduled to run through June 2027. The programs aim to provide older adults with opportunities for arts learning and social engagement in various community settings, including arts centers, libraries, and senior centers. The artistic disciplines covered are diverse, ranging from dance and leatherworking to printmaking and improv. Josh Chrysler, folklorist and health and wellness specialist with the Wyoming Arts Council, noted the positive feedback received from participants regarding the important role these programs play in the lives of older adults across the state.

MGM Osaka Adjacent Land Listed for Sale at $595 Million, Eyeing Phase 2 Development

MGM Osaka Adjacent Land Listed for Sale at $595 Million, Eyeing Phase 2 Development

MGM Osaka Adjacent Land Listed for Sale at $595 Million, Eyeing Phase 2 Development

Wheeling City Council Approves Data Center MOU Amidst Citizen Opposition

Wheeling City Council Approves Data Center MOU Amidst Citizen Opposition

Wheeling City Council has voted to approve a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Silicon Foundry Energy LLC regarding a proposed data center in Warwood. The decision was made despite significant opposition from numerous citizens who voiced concerns during the council meeting. The MOU aims to keep regulatory control of the data center local by stipulating that Silicon Foundry Energy LLC will operate below a 90-megawatt capacity, thereby avoiding state-level regulation under W.Va. House Bill 2014. This agreement also allows the city to establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District in the area where the data center is planned. Under the MOU, Silicon Foundry Energy LLC would compensate the city for any lost tax revenue if its operations were to exceed the 90-megawatt threshold. Council members, including Mayor Denny Magruder, stated that the MOU is a step towards maintaining local control and addressing community concerns through future ordinances, while Councilman Tony Assaro voted against it, alignin...

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders Approves $8.2 Million for State Water Projects

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders Approves $8.2 Million for State Water Projects

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the approval of $8.2 million in financial assistance for water and wastewater projects across the state. This funding addresses the significant water infrastructure needs in Arkansas, which are estimated to exceed $20 billion over the next two decades due to aging systems and insufficient capacity. Three specific projects received approval: a $100,000 emergency loan from the Water Development Fund for the City of Black Rock in Lawrence County to improve a sewer lift station, serving 590 customers; another $100,000 emergency loan for the City of Stamps in Lafayette County for wastewater treatment plant repair, serving 1,258 customers; and an $8 million loan from the General Obligation Bond Program for the White River Regional Irrigation District in Prairie County. The latter will support the Grand Prairie Demonstration Project, aiming to provide surface water irrigation to over 362,000 acres in critical groundwater areas. Governor Sanders emphasized that re...

Roseburg Forest Products Consolidates Specialty Plywood Production in Coquille, Oregon

Roseburg Forest Products Consolidates Specialty Plywood Production in Coquille, Oregon

Roseburg Forest Products Consolidates Specialty Plywood Production in Coquille, Oregon

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

Governor Whitmer Leads Investment Mission to South Korea to Strengthen Economic Ties

China’s porcelain city carries centuries-old heritage to a new generation

China’s porcelain city carries centuries-old heritage to a new generation

China’s Jingdezhen porcelain sites were inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2026

Amtrak Seeks Senior Director for Western State Partnerships and Development

Amtrak Seeks Senior Director for Western State Partnerships and Development

Amtrak is actively recruiting for a Senior Director of State Partnerships and Development for its West region. This remote-optional position is crucial for managing existing relationships with state partners in the western United States, specifically focusing on the Cascades (Washington and Oregon) and Heartland Flyer (Texas and Oklahoma) State Supported service partners. The role also involves a significant strategic leadership component aimed at expanding Amtrak's route network. The Senior Director will lead a national team of professionals to execute corridor growth initiatives, advise and guide external stakeholders including state transportation departments, the Federal Railroad Administration, municipalities, transit agencies, and host railroads. Additionally, the position requires building and maintaining strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, leveraging resources from other departments, and representing Amtrak at national conferences as a recognized expert. The individual will also...

The Knoxville News-Sentinel

865 Neyland condo-hotel will be one of Knoxville's tallest buildings

865 Neyland condo-hotel will be one of Knoxville's tallest buildings

The hybrid condo-hotel planned for the 865 Neyland entertainment district will be 24 stories high - but not tall enough to count as a skyscraper.

Winston-Salem City Council Debates Future of Liberty Street Redevelopment Project

Winston-Salem City Council Debates Future of Liberty Street Redevelopment Project

The Winston-Salem City Council is currently grappling with the future of the former Liberty Street Vendor Market, a redevelopment project initiated in 2013. The city plans to declare two large shelter structures at 1551 N. Liberty St. as surplus property and sell them at public auction to clear the site for a new community center. City Council Member Robert Clark expressed strong reservations, stating that the city is poised to 'flush' approximately $700,000 of public money, referencing the initial investment in the market. Assistant City Manager Ben Rowe clarified that the site was redeveloped for about $395,000, excluding land costs, and the current depreciated book value of the structures and improvements is estimated at $284,000. The Finance Committee has advanced the proposal, and if approved by the full City Council, an auction is expected in November. The debate has highlighted broader disagreements among council members regarding the effectiveness of past redevelopment efforts in East Winston and h...

University of Kentucky Opens Meats and Foods Industry Advancement Center to Boost State Agriculture

University of Kentucky Opens Meats and Foods Industry Advancement Center to Boost State Agriculture

The University of Kentucky's Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) has officially opened its Meats and Foods Industry Advancement Center. Located at the C. Oran Little Research Center in Woodford County, the nearly 30,000-square-foot facility integrates research, teaching, Extension services, and industry support. Its primary goal is to advance meat science, food safety, workforce development, and value-added production within Kentucky's agricultural sector. The center features a 56-seat classroom directly connected to a processing area, providing hands-on learning opportunities for students. Specialized spaces are dedicated to developing products like hams and sausages, and a sensory laboratory will facilitate consumer response evaluation for new products. An on-site market will sell meat products developed at the center and other Kentucky agricultural goods. The facility will operate under U.S. Department of Agriculture inspection for various livestock, enabling businesses to ...