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Missoula County's community councils are tackling everything from controversial zoning changes to exciting new local projects—find out what’s brewing in your neighborhood!

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Community councils report development disputes, water-quality outreach, and local wins in round-robin updates
Bonner Milltown reported a rezoning approval for the Blackfoot Crossing development and community opposition to a proposed gravel pit; Clinton described water-quality outreach and E. coli testing; East Missoula secured a zoning change for the Aspire subdivision and is preparing for a fire levy; Lolo celebrated a new ice rink funded earlier by a rural grant.
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February 1, 2026 at 12:35 PM
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Los Angeles faces significant challenges in street repairs and ADA compliance as budget cuts force departments to prioritize short-term fixes over long-term solutions.

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Council committee hears that staffing cuts and tight revenues will constrain Los Angeles street repairs and ramp work
At a special Los Angeles City Council meeting, councilmembers and bureau leaders reviewed Public Works-related budget requests for fiscal 2026'027. Departments said prior contract losses and vacancy-driven cuts have reduced capacity for asphalt repairs, ADA curb ramps and proactive sanitation programs; staff will return with detailed position counts and ordinance packages in March'026 and April'026.
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January 30, 2026 at 11:23 PM
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A firefighting foam disaster in Grand Prairie contaminated the drinking water of 60,000 residents, prompting a massive emergency response and do-not-use order—find out how they managed the crisis!

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Grand Prairie describes firefighting‑foam backflow that triggered a do‑not‑use order
City of Grand Prairie officials outlined a Sept. 3 firefighting‑foam backflow event that entered the drinking‑water system through a fire department connection, prompted a do‑not‑use advisory for a pressure plane serving roughly 60,000 people, required millions of gallons of flushing and bottled‑water distribution, and led to pending lawsuits.
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January 30, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Optimal diving: patch quality, depth, and marginal value
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January 22, 2026 at 1:08 PM
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Waynesville is set to enhance its wastewater treatment plant with a vital potable water supply that promises cleaner operations and improved efficiency!

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Council approves tentative award to ACMI for potable water supply at wastewater treatment plant
Council approved a resolution of tentative award to ACMI for a potable water line and related work to enable proper cleaning of new disc filters at the town wastewater treatment plant; DEQ approval is required before the award becomes final. Staff said the project is funded from the wastewater enterprise fund and construction should take about six weeks.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:31 AM
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'Coordinated development of the digital economy and environmental quality: evidence from 285 Chinese cities' by Liping Wang, Zhonghao Ye and Chuang Li

Published online by Cambridge University Press: 08 September 2025

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Coordinated development of the digital economy and environmental quality: evidence from 285 Chinese cities | Environmental Conservation | Cambridge Core
Coordinated development of the digital economy and environmental quality: evidence from 285 Chinese cities - Volume 52 Issue 4
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January 6, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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Modesto's council just approved a report revealing that meeting new public health goals for drinking water could cost taxpayers a staggering $51 million annually!

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Modesto accepts 2025 Public Health Goals report; staff says meeting PHGs would cost $51 million annually
The council accepted the city's 2025 Public Health Goals report for drinking water; staff noted the city meets regulatory MCLs but estimated about $51 million per year in operations would be needed to lower constituents to the non‑enforceable PHG levels.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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The Valley View indoor environmental quality project is not only under budget but also set for crucial next steps as the board prepares to review bid awards on December 9!

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Valley View IEQ project: district finance director reports bids under budget, board to consider award Dec. 9
Director of finance Bridal Finneken presented Valley View indoor-environment project bid results: apparent low bids by trade were listed, total project estimate about $18.06 million and roughly $160,614 under the preliminary budget; the board will see a recommendation and bond-sale resolution at the Dec. 9 meeting.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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The Green River City Council's recent approval of a $200,000 change order for a wastewater treatment plant project sparked intense debate over contractor costs and accountability.

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Green River council approves $200,000 change order to close out wastewater plant project amid split votes
The Green River City Council approved change order No. 4 with Bodell Construction for $200,000 to reconcile delays and extended on-site costs for the wastewater treatment plant replacement project; the motion passed 4-2 after debate over contractor claims and oversight.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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AI is not the end-all cure-all it’s cracked up to be. And we are all going to feel the pain of what it takes to power it.

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November 12, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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TCEQ is revamping the SWIFT portal to streamline lead-service-line inventory updates, urging water systems to get ahead of the game before the 2027 deadline!

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TCEQ readies SWIFT portal, urges systems to prepare for LCRI baseline inventory due Nov. 1, 2027
TCEQ outlined planned improvements to the SWIFT lead-service-line inventory (LSLI) portal and urged water systems to begin migrating and validating data ahead of the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements baseline inventory due Nov. 1, 2027. Staff described new connector data requirements, automatic tiering, and options to submit voluntary updated sub‑/
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November 7, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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This new study in #EnvironmentalConservation 'highlights context-specific challenges and policy implications for enhancing the synergy between digital and ecological development in transitional economies.'
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Coordinated development of the digital economy and environmental quality: evidence from 285 Chinese cities | Environmental Conservation | Cambridge Core
Coordinated development of the digital economy and environmental quality: evidence from 285 Chinese cities
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September 9, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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TCEQ recently honored the remarkable contributions of long-serving staff members, including Patti Love's 20 years of dedication to environmental mentorship.

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TCAQ Celebrates Patti Love's 20 Years of Service and Contributions to Mentorship
TCAQ honors Patti Love for her two decades of dedicated service and mentoring efforts.
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August 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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As students head #BacktoSchool, AIR’s Healthy Students Learn Better Practice Guides offer practical advice for educators on #SchoolHealth, #EnvironmentalQuality, student successes, and more. 🌿 
 
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Creating Healthier School Environments: Practice Guides for Action | American Institutes for Research
Existing research reveals that many school sites face environmental and health problems that affect education outcomes. This project, funded by the AIR Opportunity Fund, will implement a series of coo...
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August 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Hickman County Schools is racing against time to resolve air quality concerns before students return, ensuring a safe and healthy environment after summer AC failures.

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Hickman County Hospital addresses air quality issues ahead of school start
Hospital resolves air quality concerns after AC failures prior to school reopening.
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August 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Discover how a 50-foot natural landscape buffer is set to transform the site development at 175 Brandy Hills Drive while addressing community concerns!

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Gurell's Engineering Team Discusses Port Orange Landscape Buffer Plans
Gurell's design team presents landscape buffer and drainage pond plans to the board.
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August 5, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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Researchers from Xi’an Jiaotong University investigated how #GreenFinance and #GreenTechnology, supported by #FiscalDecentralization, lead to better #EnvironmentalQuality across Chinese provinces.

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August 4, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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Columbia County residents can look forward to cleaner drinking water as the county addresses murky tap water issues with a new pipeline cleaning initiative!

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Columbia County addresses discolored water issues with pipeline cleaning plan
Halley Turner reports murky water; Columbia County plans to install cleaning system this fall.
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July 31, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Coconino County officials unveiled the intricate permitting process for wastewater systems, revealing how proper management can safeguard our vital groundwater resources.

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Coconino County outlines wastewater system permitting process for residents
County officials explain permitting steps for wastewater systems during public presentation.
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July 29, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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Zachary Burth reveals how onsite wastewater systems are vital for protecting public health and the environment in Coconino County—find out why these systems are more important than ever!

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Zachary Burth Explains On-Site Wastewater Systems for Coconino County
Burth discusses the importance and technical aspects of on-site wastewater systems in Valley.
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July 28, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Tulare County just gave the green light for a new facility that could transform agricultural practices in Delano—are you ready to see what’s in store?

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Tulare County Approves Special Use Permit for Cedars Group Facility in Delano
Commissioners approve special use permit for Cedars Group LLC to build facility in Delano.
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July 24, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Shelby City Council is stepping up to tackle noise and pollution from off-road vehicles with a new ordinance that promises clearer guidelines and enforcement for residents.

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North Royalton enacts vehicle ordinance to address noise and pollution complaints
City adopts objective ordinance to manage disturbances from special vehicles on private property
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June 24, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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Davis County is taking bold steps to enhance community services with new agreements that prioritize public health, environmental quality, and library accessibility!

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Davis County Commission approves key agreements for aging, environmental quality and library services
Commission approves agreements on aging services, environmental standards, library borrowing, and road maintenance.
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June 18, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Los Angeles schools are on the brink of a green revolution as stormwater capture initiatives promise to enhance environmental quality and community well-being.

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LAUSD highlights stormwater capture potential on school campuses to enhance community benefits
LAUSD identifies significant stormwater capture opportunities for improved water supply and community health.
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June 14, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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Municipalities are coming together to revolutionize public health by enhancing staff capacity and expertise—could your community be next?

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Municipalities explore strategies to enhance public health staff capacity and expertise
Communities discuss leveraging expertise and training to improve environmental health services.
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June 11, 2025 at 12:53 PM