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Roanoke County School Budget Moves To Oversight
Roanoke County School Budget decisions moved from adoption to oversight after state funding shifts, pay raises, benefit changes, and CIP review. Continue reading
Wake County Schools Budget Faces $17.6M Shift
Wake County Schools Budget changes cover a $17.6M pay gap through reallocations, reserves, and civic questions for families. Continue reading
The Ultimate Messaging Guide for Local Advocacy and County Campaigns
Ever tried explaining a complex county issue to a friend over coffee? It’s tough, right? You aim to highlight its importance while making it relatable. The right words can turn dry facts into stories that hit home. When discussing community issues, it’s key to ditch the jargon. We need to make these topics personal. Who […]
Postcard Writing Parties In Crystal Lake
A local recap of Indivisible Crystal Lake’s postcard writing parties, the August 16 library event, and what research says about voter outreach. Continue reading
Why Civic Engagement Starts Close To Home
Gunston Hall’s July 25, 2026 program shows how Civic Engagement can begin with local history, public meetings, and everyday voice. Continue reading
Maryland Redistricting Standards for Voters
Maryland Redistricting moved through an August 2026 special session. Here is what voters should check before a possible November ballot question. Continue reading
Local Governance After Lawsuit Settlements
How residents can stay engaged in local governance after a lawsuit settlement, with practical steps for records, meetings, and civic input. Continue reading
Affordable Housing Investment And Local Needs
Bank of America's affordable housing investment backed units across 68 cities; residents can track local approvals, services, and public input. Continue reading
How to Build Strong Community Coalitions in Union County
In October 2020, Union County started the Healthy Union Advisory Coalition (HUAC). This group aimed to bring together different community partners to solve big health and quality of life problems. Imagine a room full of neighborhood groups, labor unions, faith congregations, and youth councils. It might seem chaotic, but it’s where real change starts. What […]
Rural Housing Grant Supports NorCal Homes
A rural housing grant for RCHDC will support affordable housing work across rural Northern California communities and local planning. Continue reading