Holyoke Gets State Support to Revitalize Downtown Economy
Holyoke will receive a full-time development expert and state funding to accelerate downtown growth. The program has already helped transform vacant buildings into thriving community spaces.
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Oregon's New Wildlife Tax Could Save 300+ At-Risk Species
Oregon lawmakers are taking another shot at a groundbreaking bill that would add just over 1% to hotel taxes to fund wildlife conservation. The money could save more than 300 struggling species while giving 49 other states a blueprint for protecting their own wildlife.
200 Volunteers Count Pasadena's Homeless to Help Them
Two hundred Pasadena volunteers gave up their evenings and early mornings to count every person experiencing homelessness in their city. Their work will directly shape how millions in federal and state funding gets used to help people get off the streets.
Victoria's Fire Authority Gets Highest Funding in 5 Years
Despite political claims of cuts, Victoria's Country Fire Authority received $361 million in state funding last year, the highest amount in five years. The annual report settles a heated debate about whether the government reduced support for the essential emergency service.