The federal government officially shut down Wednesday after lawmakers were unable to strike a deal on a funding bill, marking the nation’s first shutdown in nearly seven years. The last shutdown — which took place during President Donald Trump’s first term — lasted 35 days and furloughed about 380,000 federal workers. This time, the impact…
At our recent annual conference APSE hosted a panel session joined by colleagues from the Northern Ireland Local Government Association, the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA), the Welsh Local Government Association and the Local Government Association, reflecting the four UK administrative areas. It is clear similarities exist and there is much learning to do…
The Chattanooga Airport now has a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Global Entry Enrollment Center. The Global Entry program allows pre-approved international travelers to speed their entry into the United States with a more streamlined customs clearance. Applicants can complete their Global Entry enrollment process now in Chattanooga. Before, applicants had to travel to Atlanta…
Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett announced Thursday that he is seeking re-election. He ran unopposed three years ago. Prior to his first term, he served as Chief Deputy under Sheriff Jim Hammond. In a public statement, Sheriff Garrett says he’s focused on building a brand founded on exceptional customer service, professionalism, and innovation: “Three years…
TRINA MACHACEK Even though I have been told over and over again that an app, short for application, is a software program designed to run on mobile devices like phones, tablets, or smartwatches, I have no idea what an app is. Machacek TRINA MACHACEK Can I learn about them. Well of course I can. I…
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The Department of Public Health and Social Services, in partnership with the Guam Fire Department and local emergency medical services agencies, hosted the EMS for Children Day Health Fair on Wednesday at Micronesia Mall in Dededo as part of EMS Week 2025. The event featured educational displays, hands-on CPR demonstrations, Stop the Bleed training and…
Editor’s note: This is the first news article of a series that will continue over the next few months. With grocery prices high, it is important now more than ever to use wise strategies before, during and after shopping, to put healthy meals on the table, stay within budget and reduce food waste. × …
The United Kingdom’s Cabinet Office is set to lose nearly a third of its workforce as part of Labour’s drive to reform the Civil Service. Of the 6,500 staff of the Cabinet Office, 2,100 staff are expected to be cut or moved to other departments over the next two years. The cuts include 1,200 posts…
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On this week’s From the Halls of City Hall our guest is Councilman Mike Danforth. With a council meeting on Monday 3/3/25, there was a lot to discuss. Your browser does not support the audio element. A mid-term review of the Home Rule Charter is in progress. The committee is assessing…