World Cannabis Congress and Trade Expo Leading Cannabis and Hemp B2B Event Helps Build East Coast Market by Highlighting Business Opportunities in One of the World’s Greatest Business Capitals PARAMUS, NJ, May 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via CannabisNewsWire — CWCBExpo New York announces that Mayor Eric Adams will deliver a keynote address at CWCBExpo …

City Commission split 3-2 on South Side Development On April 12, the Leon County Commission and the City of Tallahassee Commission held a public hearing to consider the next step in addressing proposed changes to the Master Plan that would allow for three major housing developments in the southeast portion of Leon County. …

The Hudson City School District Board of Trustees plans to vote on the fate of the old college building Thursday at a special meeting. The plan was to be approved at Thursday night’s regular meeting, but the board decided after more than two hours of discussion that more time was needed to review the proposals, …

Newport water customers could see a hike in their monthly bills starting in July. A 5% rate increase is proposed as part of the city’s operating budget this year. The hike was previously approved by the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and delayed to 2021 due to the pandemic. “All of this takes years …

On May 10, Park Rapids City Council denied a resident’s request to lower a utility bill. The request was removed from the board’s consent agenda, where it was to be approved. According to a staff memo in the Agenda Folder, owner Lynette Guida requested a reduction in the water and sewer bill at 107 Grove …

RICHMOND — The City of Richmond advanced discussions on strategic planning for City Hall and drainage system improvements at Tuesday’s special meeting. Regarding a new city hall, City Manager Terri Vela said it was a goal in the city’s strategic plans to look at solutions within their facilities for a short-term fix. Short-term solutions include …

Several bills from the Michigan Legislature, if passed, could have profound impacts on the community of Grand Traverse. Here’s a look at just five that could significantly affect northern Michigan. Short term rental The legislation: House Bill 4722 and Senate Bill 0446, bills that would effectively prevent Michigan communities from regulating short-term rentals …

CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) — The Clovis City Council hosted a workshop to discuss options for addressing a shortage in the police force. It comes after a citizens’ advisory committee was formed in January to research the need for more safety in the community. After two and a half hours of discussions, the board made no …

(From right) Chieng sees Chai presenting the donation from Leaves Food Industries to JCI Padawan members Yeo Tze Hui, Hon and Vincent Tang. KUCHING (May 8): The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Padawan Chapter held a special workshop here this weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day. Taking place at Reinforcements of the Monkey in Canaan Square, the …

Police and firefighters could be the highest paid in the state if the proposed budget passes in Myrtle Beach. City leaders reviewed the proposed budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year at Thursday’s monthly workshop. The budget must undergo a public hearing and pass two votes before entering into force. The proposed budget includes wage increases …

One of the most prolific graduates of the Iowa Writers Workshop will visit on May 5. Boyle always writes well-received content — his most recent book, “Talk to Me,” takes place at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Thomas Coraghessan Boyle was a student at the Writers’ Workshop in Iowa in 1974 when he discovered that humans …

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – On Monday evening, the Grand Junction City Council held a workshop to discuss affordable housing and strategies. This is part of the ongoing housing assessment workshops. Among the topics discussed was the shortage of affordable housing in Grand Junction. They looked at the unit income restriction. They also considered introducing …

Here’s a look at what’s happening this week at the Kingsport Public Library (400 Broad St.). Visit kingsportlibrary.org/event-calendar to find out more. FOR ALL AGES • The Let’s Get Moving morning walking group meets Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 am in the library parking lot for a walk downtown. Strollers, children and friendly dogs are …

AMES, Iowa — This summer, 500 teens are expected to meet on the campus of Iowa State University for three consecutive days filled with guest speakers, educational workshops, cultural exploration and service learning. The 2022 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, themed Building the Future, will take place June 28-30. All youth, regardless of previous 4-H involvement, …

The workshops offer helpful tips on seed saving and pest prevention. If the occasional glimpse of sunshine and slightly milder temperatures make you want to get into the garden, the Grow Local Society is hosting a few events that will help you get your hands dirty. Sunday (May 1)David Catzel of FarmFolk CityFolk BC’s Seed …

IN A BAD MOOD – Moody City Council has approved improvements to the intersection of US Highway 411 and Park Avenue. During a brief meeting on Monday, council passed a resolution approving an improvement project for one of the city’s busiest intersections. Mayor Joe Lee said the project was run by the state, but council …

BGO The Ozarks Botanical Garden Annual Plant Sale will be held from 5-8 p.m. on April 20 for members only and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on April 30 for the general public. The Ozarks Botanical Garden is located at 4703 N. Crossover Road in Fayetteville. There is no admission charge, but attendees are encouraged to bring …

Hello. It’s Friday. We’ll see how things went on the first day of legal marijuana sales in New Jersey. And, because it’s Earth Day, we’ll meet the person picking trees to plant in city parks. That’s why Daniel Garcia was lining up outside a store at 3:30 a.m. Thursday. “I’m very picky when it comes …

11 mins ago03.13 Isobel Koshib The city of Kramatorsk seems empty. Only a few supermarkets, restaurants and hotels are still open. The windows along the main streets are boarded up. Many residents have left their buildings to settle in houses in neighboring villages, where they believe it will be safer. The few locals walking around …

Governor Abbott announces music-focused community workshop in Harker Heights Austin, TX (STL.News) Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Harker Heights will jointly host a Music Friendly Community Workshop on Thursday, April 21 at 5:30 p.m. TMO Community Relations and Outreach Specialist Chip Adams will attend the workshop …

Housing, fees, adding staff and other issues will be discussed at the Sanford City Council workshop on Tuesday. The meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Sanford City Hall meeting room. The issues discussed may be on the agenda of future Municipal Councils for voting. No final decision will be made before this …

MUNICIPAL COUNCILS CARLS BAD Carlsbad City Council canceled its meeting scheduled for Tuesday at 5 p.m. DEL MAR Del Mar recruits volunteers to serve on city advisory boards and a legislative council. Vacancies are open on the Design Review Committee (one non-voting member); Finance Committee (one voting member); and Traffic and Parking Advisory Committee (one …

Academic camps small cups Designed for little scientists, small cups is a 5,000 square foot lab where experimentation is the name of the game and kids are decked out in their own lab coat, safety goggles, and paperweight. With locations in Cypress, Katy and The Woodlands, kids can walk for an hour …

European ambassadors gathered in Brussels today to discuss the European Commission’s proposal for new sanctions against Russia as Russian forces step up their attacks in Ukraine. According to a European source, there is an agreement to adopt this package very quickly, but there are many technical questions, which “is normal because it is a very …

EDITOR’S NOTE: Due to the threat of COVID-19, some of the following events may be canceled or postponed unexpectedly. The City of Sumter will be accepting applications for its summer youth employment programs until May 6. Students aged 14 to 15 will work in municipal government and students aged 16 in secondary school will work …

Rylee Dunn [email protected] At the March 28 Arvada City Council meeting, Arvada Director of Community and Economic Development Ryan Stachelski provided an update on the Old Town street closures, saying the next phase of the plan semi -permanent will include more community outreach and studies on infrastructure, traffic, public safety and other factors. Stachelski recapped …

The Lompoc City Council will consider adopting an amendment to the compensation plan for employees of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers as well as the compensation plan for city staff in management and supervisory roles at its meeting in 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 at City Salle. Members of the public are invited …

ELLSWORTH — At the city council meeting on March 21, the council voted to extend the moratorium on medium and large-scale solar projects for another 180 days. The vote was 6 to 1, with Councilor Steve O’Halloran being the sole opposition. O’Halloran was concerned about the optics of the city appearing to push through two …