We all know technology makes us more efficient — when it works right, that is; otherwise, it can frustrate. That frustration is what the fire department of the town of Dighton, Mass., has been experiencing, but it is looking forward … Continue reading →
They say that what goes up must come down. Although oil prices have fallen since the summer surge, communities are constantly looking for ways to fuel their fleets without breaking the budget. After all, petroleum prices not only impact the … Continue reading →
Not all birds are pests, but the ones that are, can pose serious threats/risks to your operations. So, the sooner you tackle a pest bird challenge, the easier it will be to resolve. Identifying and resolving a pest bird challenge … Continue reading →
The reasons behind how these municipalities became stewards of campgrounds may vary, but officials agree that having the amenity within their city or town is a benefit. From east to west, several municipalities have campgrounds, including Austin, Texas, at Emma … Continue reading →
Downtown Corsicana, Texas, is a place where the past and present meet. The original brick streets carry residents and visitors to exciting neighborhood eateries, entertainment venues, shops and urban living spaces throughout the 26-block area that have become an enterprising … Continue reading →
The city of Ocala, Fla., has retained its Class 3 Community Rating System, which is basically the ISO rating for flooding and helps those in the city receive lower flood insurance costs. But, according to Sean Lanier, city engineer and … Continue reading →
When a major tornado or earthquake rips through a community, local leaders and residents need to know quickly what homes and buildings are safe for use and what structures remain a risk for collapse. The magnitude of the damage can … Continue reading →
Salida, Colo., is a town that has literally risen from the ashes. In 1880, the newly established railroad community caught fire. The first issue of the Mountain Mail reported a tent near the railroad department touched a stovepipe and ignited. … Continue reading →
What’s in a name? In the case of two Clackamas County, Oregon, municipalities: not at all what it first appears. The names of Boring and Zigzag really have nothing to do with their common meaning as applied to their culture, … Continue reading →
Sometimes numbers can spell words. And in Patrick Acton’s case, those words are “tireless passion.” To put it simply, the Iowa artist has, for the past 44 years, created models out of matchsticks. A deep dive into his singular efforts, … Continue reading →
A city in Massachusetts with a history of pioneering recycling efforts has again developed a program to ease the effects of sustainability policies on its residents. Massachusetts’ mattress waste ban will go into effect Nov. 1. The ban is part … Continue reading →
