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Amendment allows city of Oak Harbor to clean graffiti, bill property owners (Whidbey News-Times, January 21, 2020)
New RV code goes into effect (Renton Reporter, January 21, 2020)
Salem City Council working to legalize car camping program (OPB, January 21, 2020)
Construction on Marysville's civic center to begin this month (Everett Herald, January 16, 2020)
Spokane County Jail to install floor-to-ceiling bars in jail to prevent suicides (The Spokesman-Review, January 16, 2020)
These counties are the poorest in every state, but some are much richer than others (USA Today, January 16, 2020)
How a budding Bremerton assistance program is keeping people in stable housing (Kitsap Sun, January 15, 2020)
Goat meal? Spokane could deploy goats to tame wildfire fuel (The Spokesman-Review, January 15, 2020)
New York City unveils 'Internet Master Plan' for universal broadband access (Statescoop, January 15, 2020)
The conundrum that affordable housing poses for the nation (Seattle Times, January 14, 2020)
Washington state has been under-producing housing units for decades (Federal Way Mirror, January 14, 2020)
How whole communities benefit from affordable housing (Forbes, January 14, 2020)
Arlington: It's growing everywhere with more on the horizon (Everett Herald, January 13, 2020)
Seattle will get city-owned buildings off fossil fuels, Mayor Durkan says (Seattle Times, January 13, 2020)
Cities need to rethink micromobility to ensure it works for all (Forbes, January 13, 2020)
The rise of the renter: For the first time in decades, Seattle has as many renters as homeowners (Seattle Times, January 10, 2020)
Who owns King County forestlands? (Federal Way Mirror, January 10, 2020)
To fight climate change, California cities look to ban natural gas (Axios, January 10, 2020)
Green burial plots to be added to cemetery (Whidbey News-Times, January 9, 2020)
Three outgoing mayors reflect on King County's astounding growth (Seattle Times, January 9, 2020)
Takeaways from 2019 crime data in major American cities (Brennan Center for Justice, January 9, 2020)
The Supreme Court won't hear a case on a 'constitutional right to camp.' Here's what that means for homelessness in Washington (Seattle Times, January 8, 2020)
Possible code changes to affect RV dwellers (Renton Reporter, January 8, 2020)
Kansas City becomes first major U.S. city to make public transit free (Curbed, January 8, 2020)
Renton PD sweep homeless camps (Renton Reporter, January 7, 2020)
Washington cities can no longer ban pit bulls and other dog breeds outright (Seattle Times, January 7, 2020)
A third of America's economy is concentrated in just 31 counties (Bloomberg, January 7, 2020)
Homeless encampments see rule changes in Bellevue (Bellevue Reporter, January 6, 2020)
Council approves $600,000 to increase security at King County Courthouse (Federal Way Mirror, January 6, 2020)
Local government makes record-high investments in public water & sewer infrastructure (Yahoo Finance, January 6, 2020)
Spokane Police Department preparing to update body cameras, Tasers with new $2.8 million contract (The Spokesman-Review, January 3, 2020)
Federal investments push Federal Way light rail project forward (Federal Way Mirror, January 3, 2020)
Cities around the globe are eagerly importing a Dutch speciality—flood prevention (Smithsonian, January 3, 2020)
King County Council approves controversial winery, brewery ordinance (Federal Way Mirror, January 2, 2020)
Island County increases medical staff inside jail (Whidbey News-Times, January 2, 2020)
Why some cities and states balk at face recognition tech (The Baltimore Sun, January 2, 2020)
Poulsbo City Council declares intent to appoint city administrator in 2022 (Kitsap Daily News, December 30, 2019)
Clark County to create code-enforcement department (The Columbian, December 30, 2019)
Ransomware can hold cities hostage. Will cyber insurance help? (The Christian Science Monitor, December 30, 2019)
Camas to require business licenses beginning Jan. 1 (The Columbian, December 26, 2019)
Outcomes report shows positives of Redmond Community Court (Redmond Reporter, December 26, 2019)
Cincinnati to build nation's largest city-led solar array (Smart Cities Dive, December 26, 2019)
Bellevue changing logo for the first time since 1969 (Bellevue Reporter, December 20, 2019)
Tempers flare over vacation rental moratorium (Chinook Observer, December 20, 2019)
Kansas City bets on free bus fares to address inequality (U.S. News & World Report, December 20, 2019)
Oak Harbor Council approves move to hearing examiner system (Whidbey News-Times, December 19, 2019)
King County approves environmental justice provision (Federal Way Mirror, December 19, 2019)
5 US cities named hyperconnected 'leaders': report (Smart Cities Dive, December 19, 2019)
Everett PD to equip 10 cops with body cameras in six-month trial (My Everett News, December 18, 2019)
Should City Council be a full-time gig? New council rules say yes, mayor says no (Spokesman-Review, December 18, 2019)
How America's second-tier cities can catch the superstars (Bloomberg, December 18, 2019)
City of Kent to offer six-week civics class (Kent Reporter, December 17, 2019)
Former Yakima city officials have mixed opinions on strong mayor proposal (Yakima Herald, December 17, 2019)
Supreme Court lets stand ruling that protects homeless people who sleep on sidewalk (The Los Angeles Times, December 17, 2019)
Spokane City Council to consider land deal with Catholic Charities (The Spokesman-Review, December 13, 2019)
Federal Way hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for Town Center steps project (Federal Way Mirror, December 13, 2019)
NYPD's new agreement with police oversight board promises better access to body camera footage (Gotham Gazette, December 13, 2019)
Seattle City Council OKs new 57-cent tax on Uber, Lyft rides (Seattle Times, December 12, 2019)
Federal Way set to open overnight homeless shelter during severe weather (Federal Way Mirror, December 12, 2019)
Supreme Court considers Boise case: Is there a right to sleep on sidewalk or in park? (The Idaho Statesman, December 12, 2019)
What's been happening with safe injection sites? (Federal Way Mirror, December 11, 2019)
King County, Seattle could create joint homelessness response agency (Federal Way Mirror, December 11, 2019)
People in these 10 cities are paying the most to get to work (CNBC, December 11, 2019)
County eyes code changes to encourage affordable housing (Whidbey News-Times, December 10, 2019)
Affordable and sustainable? New homes prove it's possible (Renton Reporter, December 10, 2019)
Portland city government to transition away from gas-powered leaf blowers (OPB, December 10, 2019)
King County builds blueprint for health, climate change (Renton Reporter, December 9, 2019)
Everett council backs supportive housing in single family zones (Everett Herald, December 9, 2019)
Abandoned malls are sputtering back to life with megachurches, rooftop pools and homeless shelters (The Washington Post, December 9, 2019)
How is Kirkland preparing for winter weather? (Kirkland Reporter, December 6, 2019)
Bellevue's new homelessness coordinator modeled off Redmond position (Redmond Reporter, December 6, 2019)
Cities worldwide are reimagining their relationship with cars (The New York Times, December 6, 2019)
Four cities get housing study grant (My Columbia Basin, December 4, 2019)
Moving the needle on affordable housing (The Port Townsend Leader, December 4, 2019)
Online tool in Massachusetts would connect renters to affordable housing (Boston Herald, December 4, 2019)
Fastest-growing cities of the decade (Seattle PI, December 3, 2019)
Arts groups concerned over management, cost of Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center (Federal Way Mirror, December 3, 2019)
Cities stuck in the 'last mile' on future of transportation (Forbes, December 3, 2019)
Town of Coupeville eyes electric vehicle charging stations (Whidbey News-Times, December 2, 2019)
Bremerton takes steps forward to permit temporary homeless encampments (Kitsap Daily News, December 2, 2019)
Software helps planners design walkable cities (Cornell Chronicle, December 2, 2019)
Transportation and housing among King County's top legislative priorities in 2020 (Renton Reporter, November 25, 2019)
No construction yet, but Yakima organizers "moving" on plans to build tiny home village for the homeless (Yakima Herald, November 25, 2019)
Startups like Uber and Airbnb have all the data. You do not. (San Francisco Chronicle, November 25, 2019)
Drones give state, local agencies a helpful eye in the sky (Everett Herald, November 22, 2019)
Work on new homeless shelter at Pacific Avenue jail moving ahead (Yakima Herald, November 22, 2019)
Louisiana State government hit by ransomware attack forcing server shutdowns (The Hacker News, November 22, 2019)
Cities start to deal with the fallout of I-976 (Everett Herald, November 21, 2019)
Grant will fund safety upgrades at 20 railroad crossings throughout Yakima County (Yakima Herald, November 21, 2019)
Dozens of cities sue FCC over get-out-of-fees cable TV order (1) (Bloomberg, November 21, 2019)
Everett balances 2020 budget with no new fees or taxes (Everett Herald, November 19, 2019)
Edmonds City Council votes to appeal gun storage law ruling (Everett Herald, November 19, 2019)
Cleveland commits to spending up to $1 million each year for 10 years toward restoring the Forest City's tree canopy (Cleveland.com, November 19, 2019)
Conversation around potential aquatic center continues at Bellevue City Council study session (Bellevue Reporter, November 15, 2019)
San Francisco voters back $600 million for affordable housing (Curbed San Francisco, November 15, 2019)
Governments, transit agencies sue to block car-tab measure (Everett Herald, November 15, 2019)
King County studies broadband access (Bellevue Reporter, November 14, 2019)
Protected bike lanes in Bellevue encourage people to ride more (Bellingham Herald, November 14, 2019)
Why it costs so much to build affordable housing (The New York Times, November 14, 2019)
Redmond readies for big quake (Redmond Reporter, November 13, 2019)
Camas voters to face $78 million question (Camas-Washougal Post-Record, November 13, 2019)
LAPD will inspect random body-worn camera videos for training lapses, biased policing (The Los Angeles Times, November 13, 2019)
Kirkland council moves forward with proposed stormwater facility project (Kirkland Reporter, November 7, 2019)
Landlords, city say crime-free housing program helps keep Yakima safer (Yakima Herald, November 7, 2019)
To save rural hospitals, Georgia requires classes for CEOs (The Washington Post, November 7, 2019)
As the weather turns cold, Kitsap volunteers gear up for emergency homeless shelters (Kitsap Sun, November 6, 2019)
Electric scooters will remain in Bothell, for now (Everett Herald, November 6, 2019)
'Inclusionary zoning' is supposed to increase affordable housing. Critics say it could do the opposite in Minneapolis (Minneapolis Post, November 6, 2019)
Bothell-area man donates land worth $1.5 million to county (Bothell-Kenmore Reporter, November 4, 2019)
Snohomish County jail opens up opioid treatment to all inmates (Everett Herald, November 4, 2019)
Denver opens the door for tiny homes. Will mobile homes be next? (The Denver Post, November 4, 2019)
Study on shipping or burning King County trash released (Federal Way Mirror, November 1, 2019)
Vancouver sees five-fold increase in permits for residential construction (The Columbian, November 1, 2019)
Most scooter riders using the sidewalk are afraid of cars, new survey shows (Salt Lake Tribune, November 1, 2019)
Residents of manufactured, mobile homes turn to lawmakers (The Columbian, October 31, 2019)
Supreme Court: State employee birthdates are public record (Kitsap Sun, October 31, 2019)
Portland voters will decide whether to open up city government to major changes (Press Herald, October 31, 2019)
Questions and answers about changing Yakima's form of government (Yakima Herald, October 30, 2019)
Federal Way council members raise issues with Microsoft's affordable housing investment (Federal Way Mirror, October 30, 2019)
Is free public transport in cities the way forward? (Forbes, October 30, 2019)
Walla Walla City Council OKs tree funding plan (Walla Walla Union Bulletin, October 29, 2019)
Affording Kitsap County: Sky-rocketing rental prices show no sign of slowing (Kitsap Sun, October 29, 2019)
2 Oregon Counties offer vote-by-mobile to overseas voters (U.S. News & World Report, October 29, 2019)
Bellevue police will now carry Narcan to help reverse opioid overdose (Bellevue Reporter, October 28, 2019)
County officials propose Navigation Center for the homeless (Kitsap Daily News, October 28, 2019)
Facebook will spend $1 billion to address California's affordable housing crisis (The Verge, October 28, 2019)
Body cameras? Renton is starting talks again (Renton Reporter, October 25, 2019)
Spokane plans to manage its own emergencies, drop out of county agreement (Spokesman-Review, October 25, 2019)
Rural renewal: Using best practices to stay competitive (Forbes, October 25, 2019)
Planning Director recommends replacing hearing examiner with law center (Whidbey News-Times, October 24, 2019)
Mayor wants to reexamine trash services (Renton Reporter, October 24, 2019)
Local governments need year-round cyber training, ransomware protocol (Federal News Network, October 24, 2019)
School zone camera pilot starts ticketing drivers in Kirkland (Kirkland Reporter, October 23, 2019)
Port Townsend looks to cut expenses to balance budget (Peninsula Daily News, October 23, 2019)
Los Angeles City Council moves forward with eviction, rent increase moratoriums (The Los Angeles Times, October 23, 2019)
Spokane City Council overrides mayor's veto regarding how city employees are loaned to other agencies (The Spokesman-Review, October 22, 2019)
Seattle City Council passes new protections for hotel workers over industry objections (Crosscut, October 22, 2019)
Why video intelligence is driving smart city transformation (Smart Cities Dive, October 22, 2019)
The smoky summer that wasn't (Federal Way Mirror, October 21, 2019)
Council approves $425,000 to bridge Federal Way performing art center's budget deficit (Federal Way Mirror, October 21, 2019)
Grouping 'smart cities' into types may help aspiring city planners find a path (Science Daily, October 21, 2019)
Proposed winery ordinance irks King County farmers, neighbors and businesses (Federal Way Mirror, October 18, 2019)
Seattle City Council again attempts to rein in team that clears homeless encampments (Seattle Times, October 18, 2019)
Minneapolis City Council begins research on rent control (Minneapolis Star Tribune, October 18, 2019)
Renton uses AI tech to listen in (Renton Reporter, October 17, 2019)
Hired goats clearing Newberry Hill land that will help stormwater filtration (Kitsap Sun, October 17, 2019)
Sheltering the homeless: These 48 major US cities face growing homeless populations (USA Today, October 17, 2019)
Seattle City Council voices opposition to Tim Eyman's car-tab initiative (Seattle Times, October 16, 2019)
How would Initiative 976, the $30 car tab measure, affect Kitsap? (Kitsap Sun, October 16, 2019)
New city tool lets you balance Denver's budget (Colorado Politics, October 16, 2019)
Kirkland will house Woodinville inmates (Kirkland Reporter, October 15, 2019)
Camas OKs $1M to fix up City Hall (Camas-Washougal Post-Record, October 15, 2019)
Affordable housing in Austin could increase sixfold under new development rules (Austin American-Statesman, October 15, 2019)
Bainbridge council will ban fireworks on island at next meeting (Bainbridge Island Review, October 14, 2019)
More city-sanctioned tent cities could be coming to Tacoma in wake of parks tent ban (Tacoma News Tribune, October 14, 2019)
Why U.S. cities are banning new fast-food drive-throughs (NPR, October 14, 2019)
Yakima City Council study sessions: Will they work? (Yakima Herald, October 11, 2019)
Facing turnover, huge caseloads and complaints, Spokane County considers turning Public Defender's Office into nonprofit (The Spokesman-Review, October 11, 2019)
Affordable housing is not cheap housing: A lesson for entrepreneurs (Forbes, October 11, 2019)
King County cities are among most expensive to rent in Northwest (Federal Way Mirror, October 10, 2019)
Vancouver City Council tosses B&O tax proposal (The Columbian, October 10, 2019)
Millennials exodus from big cities will be accelerated via self-driving cars (Forbes, October 10, 2019)
What's the SCORE? Federal Way's pending exit from co-ownership of jail prompts changes (Federal Way Mirror, October 9, 2019)
A tool to reach the city in residents' pockets (Renton Reporter, October 9, 2019)
Cybersecurity Challenges For State And Local Government (New Hampshire Public Radio, October 9, 2019)
Island County eyeing cluster housing code revamp (Whidbey News-Times, October 8, 2019)
Renton readies for the Census (Renton Reporter, October 8, 2019)
Two years later, hackers are still breaching local government payment portals (ZD Net, October 8, 2019)
Salvation Army approved as homeless shelter operator. Next step: a building. (The Spokesman-Review, October 7, 2019)
'Saving America's cities' review: A downtown developer (The Wall Street Journal, October 7, 2019)
King County alcohol production ordinance could be approved by year's end (Renton Reporter, October 4, 2019)
Getting connected: where broadband, rural prosperity and health care intersect (The Spokesman-Review, October 4, 2019)
Fort Collins mobile home owners feel powerless. City leaders want to change that. (The Coloradoan, October 4, 2019)
Foundation would manage Clark County's volunteer-run historic cemeteries (The Columbian, October 3, 2019)
Kirkland council passes new affordable housing initiative pilot (Kirkland Reporter, October 3, 2019)
Bigger cities boost 'social crimes' (Science News, October 3, 2019)
Red light runners paying for new body cameras for Kent Police officers (KOMO News, October 2, 2019)
Kenmore council adopts ordinance supporting affordable housing (Bothell-Kenmore Reporter, October 2, 2019)
Scooter revolution proves challenging for cities (The Hill, October 2, 2019)
Kent Police to launch new body-worn camera program in October (Kent Reporter, October 1, 2019)
Vacuum trucks assisting Kirkland with flood-prevention, city utility projects (Kirkland Reporter, October 1, 2019)
Walk the talk: Cities urged to study footpaths for better land use (Reuters, October 1, 2019)
City strategizes on how to increase ADU applications (Renton Reporter, September 30, 2019)
Edmonds citizen committee to pitch housing ideas to council (Everett Herald, September 30, 2019)
Nightlife hot spots hauling in cash: The night economies of America's biggest cities (USA Today, September 30, 2019)
Seattle council adopts hotel-worker protections after voter-approved law was nixed in court (The Seattle Times, September 27, 2019)
Being 'Storm Ready' is a well-kept local secret (Cheney Free Press, September 27, 2019)
Editorial: L.A. has a program to build affordable housing near transit. Of course, NIMBYs want to shut it down (The Los Angeles Times, September 27, 2019)
$268M county budget takes aim at street crime, climate change (Everett Herald, September 26, 2019)
Public invited to meetings on grizzly bear restoration plan (The Wenatchee World, September 26, 2019)
Major Cincinnati charter change would split council into district, at-large seats (Cincinnati Business Courier, September 26, 2019)
Commissioners approve Liberty Lake bridge crossing I-90 (The Spokanesman-Review, September 25, 2019)
Washington, Oregon get another 5 years on I-5 bridge funds (The Columbian, September 25, 2019)
Worried about rising rents, an L.A. councilman calls for 'anti-displacement' zones (Los Angeles Times, September 25, 2019)
Baltimore City Council to consider banning marijuana testing of candidates for many city government jobs (The Baltimore Sun, September 24, 2019)
Seattle City Council approves new bike-lane requirements, calls for more funding (Seattle Times, September 24, 2019)
Following Spokane police shooting, department explains body camera policy (The Spokesman-Review, September 24, 2019)
Police body cameras could replace dashboard units (Peninsula Daily News, September 23, 2019)
Utilizing new state affordable housing legislation proves complex (Whidbey News Times, September 23, 2019)
City travel ripe for switch to scooters, yet headwinds abound (Automotive News, September 23, 2019)
California lawmakers move to reinstate, revamp local affordable housing program (The Los Angeles Times, September 20, 2019)
Seattle donates three underused parcels to develop affordable housing (Seattle Times, September 20, 2019)
Spokane making changes to program that ties property development to traffic costs (The Spokesman-Review, September 20, 2019)
Yakima works quickly to correct weaknesses identified in state auditor's report (Yakima Herald, September 19, 2019)
Spokane honors sister cities with new Riverfront Park garden (Spokane-Review, September 19, 2019)
Utah homebuilder offers cash prizes for new ways to increase affordable housing (Salt Lake Tribune, September 19, 2019)
ATVs to be allowed on many rural Snohomish county roads under 35 mph (Everett Herald, September 18, 2019)
Public weighs in on review of Vancouver police use of force (The Columbian, September 18, 2019)
Flying taxis are taking off to whisk people around cities (The Economist, September 18, 2019)
Renton invests in art more than before (Renton Reporter, September 17, 2019)
Seattle pays $450,000 to ex-Seattle City Light worker who spoke out about sexual harassment (Seattle Times, September 17, 2019)
California lawmakers move to block facial recogntion in police body cameras (CNET, September 17, 2019)
City of Des Moines weighs $5.9-7.2M reconstruction plans for Redondo waterfront (Federal Way Mirror, September 16, 2019)
Loyal residents: Cities where people live in the same home for years (USA Today, September 16, 2019)
The most affordable cities in Washington state—and they're charming, too (MarketWatch, September 13, 2019)
Vancouver City Council shelves electoral districts (The Columbian, September 13, 2019)
Mayor commits San Diego to planning for 110,000 new housing units over next decade (Times of San Diego, September 13, 2019)
Spokane City Council sets new rules for employee, equipment loans (The Spokesman-Review, September 12, 2019)
Good news in the fight for affordable housing (Seattle Times, September 12, 2019)
Why Minneapolis wants to create six 'cultural districts' across the city (Minneapolis Post, September 12, 2019)
Coupeville Town Council votes to restrict short-term rentals (Whidbey News-Times, September 11, 2019)
How tech keeps Seattle's transit system running — and why more innovation could be coming (GeekWire, September 11, 2019)
What impact are body cams having on modern policing? (Forbes, September 11, 2019)
Vancouver police to host forum on use-of-force protocols, training (The Columbian, September 10, 2019)
Olympia testing ways to make pedestrians safer — for less (The Olympian, September 10, 2019)
It's seen as one of L.A.'s most successful housing programs. A lawsuit seeks to strike it down (The Los Angeles Times, September 10, 2019)
Thurston 1 of 5 counties nationwide chosen for pretrial justice initiative (The Olympian, September 9, 2019)
Mercer Island adopts ordinance for school impact fees (Mercer Island Reporter, September 9, 2019)
Here is the fastest-growing county in every state (USA Today, September 9, 2019)
Taxable sales increase steadily in Clark County (Vancourver SW Washington Business Journal, September 6, 2019)
Seattle transportation officials experiment with ride-hailing to fill transit gaps (GeekWire, September 6, 2019)
Atlanta, other cities struggle to regulate e-scooter revolution (Atlanta Journal Constitution, September 6, 2019)
Washington State considers overhaul of pot regulation (AP News, September 5, 2019)
Poulsbo 'navigator' program partnering law enforcement with behavioral health specialists (Bainbridge Island Review, September 5, 2019)
This digital sheriff helps cities wrangle Airbnb rules (NPR, September 5, 2019)
Redmond adopts Seattle PD's Safe Place program (Redmond Reporter, September 4, 2019)
King County Council votes to invest millions toward affordable housing (Seattle PI, September 4, 2019)
Mexico City's rain-harvesting program could change how cities manage water (Next City, September 4, 2019)
King County set to bring in tax-free housing funding (Federal Way Mirror, September 3, 2019)
Oak Harbor council adopts limited moratorium on downtown development (Whidbey News-Times, September 3, 2019)
City officials suddenly support homeless tent cities, car camps in Sacramento neighborhoods (The Sacramento Bee, September 3, 2019)
County aims to allow more farm worker housing (Whidbey News-Times, August 29, 2019)
Staff, council scrap city-wide 20 mph plan (Renton Reporter, August 29, 2019)
Phoenix looks to be next big city with citizen police review (ABC News, August 29, 2019)
County moves to collect state money for housing (Whidbey News-Times, August 28, 2019)
Meeting those in-need where they congregate, the library (Renton Reporter, August 28, 2019)
20 Texas cities hit by coordinated ransomware attack, state's IT department says (Newsweek, August 28, 2019)
Bremerton passes revised ordinance targeting illicit massage businesses (Bremerton Sun, August 27, 2019)
$143.5M 'Mercer Megablock' deal will bring science campus, affordable housing to South Lake Union (Crosscut, August 27, 2019)
National League of Cities urges locals to consider congestion pricing (Planetizen, August 27, 2019)
Yakima Council looks at rules for 'abandoned' cars on city streets (Yakima Herald, August 26, 2019)
Thurston County's mental health triage center isn't functioning as planned. Why not? (The Olympian, August 26, 2019)
What Would a City-Level Green New Deal Look Like? Seattle's About to Find Out (Inside Climate News, August 26, 2019)
Sheriff: Body cams not high on priority list (The Columbian, August 23, 2019)
Snohomish OKs WATVs on city streets, county could add areas (Everett Herald, August 23, 2019)
Chicago streamlines process that 'hampered' developers ability to build affordable housing (Curbed Chicago, August 23, 2019)
In increasingly expensive South King County, cities band together for affordable housing (Seattle Times, August 22, 2019)
City of Ellensburg pays $185,897 to fraudulent vendor (Daily Record, August 22, 2019)
Atlanta City Council weighs prohibiting new scooters after third death (Atlanta Journal Constitution, August 22, 2019)
Kirkland City Council discusses potential affordable employee housing initiative (Kirkland Reporter, August 20, 2019)
Asotin county officials back new jail plan (Lewiston Tribune, August 20, 2019)
Portland City Council OKs yearly $60 per unit landlord fee (The Oregonian, August 20, 2019)
Everett Councilmember wants to double the number of marijuana shops in the city (KING 5 News, August 19, 2019)
Benton County workers picket as salary negotiations stall (Tri-City Herald, August 19, 2019)
Motels as homeless shelters? More local governments are housing people in motel rooms (USA Today, August 19, 2019)
Seattle could be next to try Dutch-style bike-friendly intersection design (Seattle Times, August 12, 2019)
After pharmaceutical companies poured billions of opioid pills into Washington, rural counties try to recover (The Spokesman-Review, August 12, 2019)
The reshaping of city cores that were designed for cars (Forbes, August 12, 2019)
Westneat: Sugar tax is Seattle's fastest-growing revenue source (The Columbian, August 9, 2019)
Snohomish County to ask voters: Do you want a fireworks ban? (Everett Herald, August 9, 2019)
Spokane City Council diverts state sales tax to fund affordable housing (The Spokesman-Review, August 8, 2019)
Edmonds boy with cerebral palsy inspires inclusive playground (Everett Herald, August 8, 2019)
Controversial inclusionary housing ordinance passes San Diego City Council in 5-4 vote (Times of San Diego, August 8, 2019)
Oak Harbor council puts street repair tax on ballot (Whidbey News-Times, August 6, 2019)
Bremerton introduces Rental Assistance Program (Kitsap Daily News, August 6, 2019)
New research finds state and local governments continue to face workforce recruitment and retention challenges, explore flexible work practices and use of the gig economy (Yahoo Finance, August 6, 2019)
L.A. City Council votes to reimpose limits on living in vehicles (Los Angeles Times, August 5, 2019)
Following Minneapolis' lead will create more affordable housing in Seattle, economist says (Seattle PI, July 31, 2019)
Nonprofit, Clark County Jail to take on opioid addiction (The Columbian, July 31, 2019)
Podcasts give citizens a window into city government (Colorado Springs Business Journal, July 31, 2019)
Ideas for affordable housing pique county councilors' interest (The Columbian, July 30, 2019)
WA's new voting system concerns county elections officials (Federal Way Mirror, July 30, 2019)
Ransomware: Why cities have become such a big target for cyberattacks - and why it'll get worse (ZDNet, July 30, 2019)
Bellevue takes steps toward transit oriented development (Bellevue Reporter, July 29, 2019)
Economic growth continues for King County (Federal Way Mirror, July 29, 2019)
Denver communities putting more faith in land trusts amid affordable housing crisis (Denver Post, July 29, 2019)
Island County awards land preservation grants (Whidbey News-Times, July 26, 2019)
Left behind but not forgotten — county buries indigent remains (Renton Reporter, July 26, 2019)
A city paid a hefty ransom to hackers. But its pains are far from over. (The New York Times, July 26, 2019)
Olympia approves new housing to combat homelessness (KOMO News, July 25, 2019)
SF places $600M bond on November ballot to address affordable housing crisis (The San Francisco Examiner, July 25, 2019)
Bellingham considers how to protect some of the most affordable housing in the city (Bellingham Herald, July 24, 2019)
Safe City's 200 cameras — and a lone volunteer — watch over Federal Way (Federal Way Mirror, July 24, 2019)
San Francisco homeless count goes from bad to worse, jumping 30% from 2017 (The Los Angeles Times, July 24, 2019)
Improved Edmonds staff-council collaboration, more citizen involvement among ideas aired at Friday budget retreat (My Edmonds News, July 23, 2019)
King County examines options to fund roads and bridges (Federal Way Mirror, July 23, 2019)
Why San Francisco just voted against affordable housing for teachers (Curbed San Francisco, July 23, 2019)
Port Angeles Council floats idea of sales tax for affordable housing (Peninsula Daily News, July 22, 2019)
Federal Way light rail extension gets $100 million federal grant (Federal Way Mirror, July 22, 2019)
Grant to resurrect 'zombie properties,' boost affordable housing in Auburn (NY) (Auburn Citizen, July 22, 2019)
City of Poulsbo wants its fair share from Urbanized County agreement (Kitsap Daily News, July 3, 2019)
Philadelphia's controversial new affordable housing policy might actually be working (The Philadelphia Tribune, July 2, 2019)
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The first USS Pirate (SP-229) was a United States Navy patrol vessel in commission from 1917 to 1918.

Pirate was built as a civilian motorboat of the same name in 1916 by the A. Craven Construction Company at Charleston, South Carolina. The U.S. Navy chartered her from her owner, A. Halsey, on 5 September 1917 for World War I service as a patrol vessel. She was commissioned the same day as USS Pirate (SP-229).

Pirate patrolled along the United States East Coast for the remainder of World War I.

Pirate was returned to her owner on 26 December 1918.

References

Department of the Navy: Navy History and Heritage Command: Online Library of Selected Images: U.S. Navy Ships: USS Pirate (SP-229), 1917-1918. Originally civilian motor boat Pirate (1916)
NavSource Online: Section Patrol Craft Photo Archive: Pirate (SP 229)

Patrol vessels of the United States Navy
World War I patrol vessels of the United States
Ships built in Charleston, South Carolina
1916 ships

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The first part of director-actor MG Srinivas' Birbal Trilogy, is his third as a filmmaker, after Topiwala and Srinivasa Kalyana. It is also the third project for producer TR Chandrashekhar's Crystal Paark Cinemas — one that he is excited to be presenting. "After #Chamak and Ayogya, both of which were commercial flicks set against different backdrops — one in the urban IT sector and the other in a village — I was quite enthused by the subject of the Birbal Trilogy. This is a mystery thriller, in which the protagonist, played by Srinivas, is an advocate chasing leads on a case, which almost makes him a detective as well. I would classify it as a Kannada film that has been made like an English thriller and would, therefore, be the 'next level' as far as filmmaking is concerned," says Chandrashekhar. The filmmaker adds that what drew him to the project was that it was different from his earlier movies. "The objective of my banner is to make clean entertainers that offer something fresh to audiences and are not formulaic," says Chandrashekhar, adding that the film will hit nearly 120 screens across Karnataka and rest of India, with an offshore release a week later.


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Frederic Munch named President of the Board of Pierre Audoin Consultants
(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) The Supervisory Board of Pierre Audoin Consultants (PAC), European leader in market research and strategic consulting on the software and IT services market, has named Frederic Munch as Head of the Board. Frederic Munch will take official charge of his new responsibilities from December 15, 2011.
Frederic Munch brings with him a rich experience within the PAC Group. He began his career in the company in 1996 as a consultant, and rapidly rose to take on a variety of responsibilities, becoming the CFO & COO of the Group in 2001. In the beginning of 2009, he took charge of the management of the German subsidiary, a position in which he led a phase of strong growth, and today PAC Germany has three offices in Munich, Berlin and Hamburg.
In his new role, Frederic Munch will accelerate the execution of PAC's strategic plan, of which the principal objective is to respond to the growth challenges of ICT players and to reinforce the positioning of PAC as the partner of reference in the industry.
With double-digit growth, 2011 became a pivotal year of consolidation and expansion. PAC has broadened its expertise with the acquisition of Berlecon in February 2011, a specialist of Mobility and Unified Communication & Collaboration. PAC also accelerated its geographic expansion in Asia Pacific with the opening of an office in New Delhi.
"Frdric's management qualities and his in-depth knowledge of PAC, the IT markets and its players are major strengths. They will contribute to reinforce our position as the European leader for strategic consulting and market research," said Pierre Audoin, founder of PAC and Chairman of the Supervisory Board.
With over 35 years of experience, PAC has hence made room for the new generation, with renewed and dynamic teams in its subsidiaries in France, Germany, the UK, Romania, and the United States as well as in its offices in Brazil and India.
"Our goal is to reaffirm our position as a unified global operating European group, firmly anchored in all its territories. To this end, we will continue to reinforce our management team and senior experts, notably at pan-European level and to increase the integration of our offices into a truly multinational organization. Hence, 2012 will be a year of innovation, during which our clients will discover a portfolio of renewed, structured and customizable offers," explains Frdric Munch, CEO of PAC Group.
About Pierre Audoin Consultants (PAC) From strategy to execution, PAC delivers focused and objective responses to the growth challenges of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) players.
Founded in 1976, PAC is a privately held research & consulting firm for the software and ICT services market.
PAC helps ICT vendors optimize their strategies by providing quantitative and qualitative market analysis as well as operational and strategic consulting. We advise CIOs and financial investors in evaluating ICT vendors and solutions and support their investment decisions. Public institutions and organizations also rely on our key analyses to develop and shape their ICT policies.
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"That's right. The taxpayers and future generations be damned. Apparently, it doesn't matter how many small businesses, farmers and entrepreneurs get elbowed out of the capital markets by Uncle Sam's $1 trillion per year borrowing spree: Mitchels & Chuckles intend to keep the Washington Monument open and the Imperial City's 3.7 million employees paid in full come hell or high water."
I enjoy these Stockman reads but with every one I am reminded of him as the architect of ever expanding debt fueled economies. Seems that everyone that was part of the selling debt for sake of their partie's control lectures us well AFTER they started this debt ball rolling.
Personally I thought the debt was beyond control after we recapitalized Wall Street banks and insurers, circa 2013 or so. When we feel even the need to "stimulate" during periods of full employment you have to understand that there is no way back.
To make matters far worse, what have we gotten for all our debt? A worse economy, a worse society, and a more fragile world .. all to reward those who are already too rich to add any money velocity to the system. Should Americans continue to rely on the two party system (one party of sold influence to varying degrees really) or perhaps we need to hire lobbyists for OUR interests, which are no longer any politican's concerns, save perhaps Bernie sanders.
NO WAY BACK, NO CONTROL GOING FORWARD.
On Jan 3 2018 banks STOPPED LENDING EACH OTHER MONEY I mean $0 as in $0 (check the FRED chart a straight line down). I wouldn't put it past these fu*kers concocting this whole reset to coincide with $$$$'s coming back into the US while creating cheaper stock buy backs for their corporate buddies.
That is an interesting theory Curt. Sure is flirting with disaster when you consider the connectedness of the world markets these days. As soon as some talking head tells me the fundamentals are fine it makes me nervous as hell .. like 2007 all over again. The more I think about what you wrote, the more I think I need to keep my eyes open. There don't seem to be many places to hide though.
This is a great article. High inflation is now cemented as the only escape. I remember one of Kevin Muir's article calling for a decade of sustained 3-4% inflation. Unlikely, I say. While I agree things tend to work out for unforeseen events (generally speaking), situations of excess bring about extreme responses. Just look at XIV this week. I think 1980s inflation is only a matter of time. Stock up on shiny yellow doorstops.
Just watch as our resident scumbag house leader takes full advantage of this "opportunity" to gut Social Security and Medicare via interest rates, inflated costs of living, and steadfastly capping the payouts in those programs. Don't we already have something like 40% of older people that do not have ANY retirement? Shame on them for sure, but also shame on our own politicians for enabling predatory banking and pension raiding practices on our own population.
Cannibalism will be out in full force shortly.


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A Walk Through Carnival in Jacmel, Haiti (Updated)
By Edwidge Danticat
Part of Vintage Departures
Category: Travel Writing | Travel: Caribbean & Mexico | Biography & Memoir
Apr 28, 2015 | ISBN 9781101872918
About After the Dance
As a child, acclaimed author Edwidge Danticat was terrified by Carnival festivities – until 2002, when she returned home to Haiti determined to understand the lure of this famed event. Here she chronicles her journey to the coastal town of Jacmel, where she met with the performers, artists, and organizers who re-create the myths and legends that bring the festival to life. In the process, Danticat traces the heroic and tragic history of the island, from French colonists and Haitian revolutionaries to American invaders and home-grown dictators. Part travelogue, part memoir, part historical analysis, this is the deeply personal story of a writer rediscovering her country, along with a part of herself—and a wonderful introduction to Haiti's southern coast and to the beauty and passions of Carnival.
In After the Dance, one of Haiti's most renowned daughters returns to her homeland, taking readers on a stunning, exquisitely rendered journey beyond the hedonistic surface of Carnival and into its deep heart.
Edwidge Danticat had long been scared off from Carnival by a loved one, who spun tales of people dislocating hips from gyrating with too much abandon, losing their voices from singing too loudly, going deaf from the clamor of immense speakers, and being punched, stabbed, pummeled, or fondled by other lustful revelers. Now an adult, she resolves to return and exorcise her Carnival demons. She spends the week before Carnival in the area around Jacmel, exploring the rolling hills and lush forests and meeting the people who live and die in them. During her journeys she traces the heroic and tragic history of the island, from French colonists and Haitian revolutionaries to American invaders and home-grown dictators. Danticat also introduces us to many of the performers, artists, and organizers who re-create the myths and legends that bring the Carnival festivities to life. When Carnival arrives, we watch as she goes from observer to participant and finally loses herself in the overwhelming embrace of the crowd.
Part travelogue, part memoir, this is a lyrical narrative of a writer rediscovering her country along with a part of herself. It's also a wonderful introduction to Haiti's southern coast and to the true beauty of Carnival.
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EDWIDGE DANTICAT is the author of numerous books, including The Art of Death, a National Book Critics Circle finalist; Claire of the Sea Light, a New York TimesNotable Book; Brother, I'm Dying, a National Book Critics Circle Award winner and National Book Award finalist; The Dew… More about Edwidge Danticat
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Egypt's Salafist Nour Party trying to reinstate closed Islamist TV channels
Ahram Online, Thursday 4 Jul 2013
Salafist party says it's negotiating reinstatement of religious TV channels taken off air following former president Mohamed Morsi's Wednesday ouster, says party head
Egypt's Salafist Nour Party is currently negotiating with the relevant authorities in an effort to reinstate religious television channels taken off air following former president Mohamed Morsi's ouster on Wednesday, party head Younis Makhioun said in a Thursday statement.
As Defence Minister Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi on Wednesday evening announced Morsi's removal from office, a handful of Islamist channels – including the Muslim Brotherhood's Misr 25 and the Al-Hafez and Al-Nas TV channels – were abruptly taken off air.
Personnel working for the channels, meanwhile, were arrested.
The channels had sparked controversy in the past, with critics accusing them of employing "hate speech" against Christians, Shia-Muslims and secular opposition figures.
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Several local excursions are great for families interested in experiencing the rich eco-tourism offerings of the area.
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My life has not always been smooth sailing, however. I went through a divorce after which I experienced single parenthood for a while. I lost my beloved father to cancer 8 years ago and then recently struggled through my husband's diagnosis of heart disease and his subsequent surgery. Through it all, God has been faithful to me– comforting, correcting, guiding, and forgiving– seeing through my weakness to my need.
Honestly, I don't know how I'd survive a day without the Lord. He is my healer, my sustainer, my friend, my confidante, my counselor and my rock. He is my purpose for living. And most importantly, he is my Savior–the one who died so that I could live.
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He is the author of the treatise Litigating Truck Accident Cases , published by West Publishing, the world's largest legal publisher. In this multi-volume work, Michael shares his wealth of experience and knowledge gained in years of trying truck accident cases, and lecturing and teaching other attorneys across the country to do the same. He was the first Chair of AAJ's Trucking Litigation Group. Michael attended truck driving school and obtained his Class A Commercial Driver's License while managing his law practice.
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How to care for yourself after an abortion
Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI — By Zawn Villines — Updated on Jul 26, 2022
Contacting a doctor
Proper self-care is important for physical health and mental well-being after an abortion.
According to one analysis, it is likely that about 1 in 4 women will have an abortion during their reproductive years.
On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 ruling that secured a person's constitutional right to an abortion.
This means that individual states are now able to decide their own abortion laws. As a result, many states will ban or severely restrict abortion access.
The information in this article was accurate and up to date at the time of publication, but the facts may have changed since. Anyone looking to learn more about their legal rights can message the Repro Legal Helpline via a secure online form or call 844-868-2812.
When performed by a medical professional, abortion is a safe procedure and carries few risks. However, people should be aware of what to expect afterward — both physically and mentally.
This article discusses what to expect after having an abortion, how to care for oneself, and when to contact a doctor.
A note about sex and gender
Sex and gender exist on spectrums. This article will use the terms "male," "female," or both to refer to sex assigned at birth. Click here to learn more.
What to expect after an abortion
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There are several different types of abortion. A doctor will recommend the appropriate method for a person's medical needs and stage of pregnancy. Types of abortion include:
the abortion pill
vacuum aspiration
dilation and evacuation, or D&E
Learn more about the different types of abortion.
After the procedure, a person's usual menstrual period should return in 4–6 weeks. However, they may have irregular spotting or bleeding initially.
Some people have strong emotions and changes in mood in the days and weeks following an abortion. The sudden change in hormones can cause this, and a person's feelings about their abortion or pregnancy may also contribute.
Having an abortion can be an emotionally challenging experience, and people may want to seek support from close friends in the days and weeks after the procedure.
It is possible to get pregnant as soon as a person ovulates. This happens before the first period, and it can be very soon after an abortion. Therefore, it is important to use contraception or abstain from sex if a person is trying to avoid pregnancy.
Common symptoms after an abortion
People may experience symptoms regardless of the type of abortion they have. However, symptoms can be more severe if a person has an abortion in the third trimester.
After an abortion, it is typical to experience the following symptoms:
light vaginal bleeding or spotting
pain and cramping
painful or swollen breasts
In the days immediately following an abortion, a person may feel tired and drained.
Physical care
Pain from cramping — similar to menstrual cramps — is common.
People should have a friend or family member take them home after the procedure. If possible, they may want to take the following day or two off work to ensure that they get plenty of rest. They should try to avoid doing physically or emotionally strenuous activities.
After an abortion, it takes some time for the cervix to close, which leaves a person at an increased risk of infection. To reduce the chances of an infection, for 2 weeks, they should avoid:
using tampons
having penetrative sex
putting anything in the vagina
using swimming pools
It is also important to take care of oneself after having an abortion. Although the procedure itself is relatively short, it can take several days or weeks to recover physically. A person can try:
massaging the stomach and lower back
using a heat pack
taking over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen
attending follow-up appointments
Choosing to have an abortion can be a difficult decision, and it can be an emotionally challenging experience.
Hormonal shifts exacerbate this after the procedure, which can cause mood changes. After having an abortion, a person's progesterone and estrogen levels gradually decrease. This can cause low mood and changes in mood.
As a person's menstrual cycle returns and their hormone levels will stabilize.
However, some people experience ongoing emotional difficulties which they should not ignore. There is a link between abortion and higher rates of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and other mental health conditions.
Additionally, people with a history of mental health challenges may be at an increased risk of these effects.
People should take adequate time off work, speak with family members and friends, and contact a doctor if they experience mental health difficulties.
Recovery time after an abortion
Abortion recovery times vary from person to person. If someone has a first-trimester abortion with no side effects, they will likely recover in a few days.
Recovery may take longer for late-term abortions. If complications develop, recovery can take several weeks. However, this is unlikely, as just 2% of people have abortion-related complications.
Medical care after an abortion
Most people who have abortions will have a follow-up appointment in a few weeks. If there are no signs of complications, further medical care will not be necessary.
People who experience any symptoms of complications should make an immediate appointment with a doctor. Although it is not common, some abortion complications may require a trip to the emergency room.
When to contact a doctor
Many abortion clinics provide a 24-hour advice line that can help people determine whether their symptoms need treatment. Individuals should call the advice line, their local emergency services, or go to the emergency room if they:
have increased or excessive bleeding that soaks 2 or more maxi-size pads within 1–2 hours
experience severe back or abdominal pain
are feeling dizzy or faint
have a fever
have foul-smelling discharge
experience nausea and vomiting
For most people, abortion is a straightforward medical procedure that does not cause any lasting complications.
Some individuals worry an abortion may have long-term effects. However, doctors generally agree that an abortion does not affect a person's chances of becoming pregnant in the future and does not increase the likelihood of pregnancy complications.
Having an abortion can be a difficult decision, and it is typical to experience a range of emotions. If a person has emotional or physical challenges after an abortion, they should contact a doctor.
It is important to note that having an abortion can be difficult mentally as well as physically. For many people, the sudden shift in hormone levels, combined with the emotional strain of choosing to have the procedure, can make recovery difficult.
People should reach out to close friends and family members for support during this time. They can also get support from an abortion support group.
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You've probably seen Hogwarts made of LEGOs, Star Wars spaceships, the magical world of Lord of the Rings and many other scenes from favorite stories. But have you ever seen your own city made of LEGOs? We are in for a real treat this holiday season! Back for the ninth year, Dr. Scott Crawford's exhibit is a recreation of Jackson done all in LEGO bricks. KEEP BUILDING JACKSON is his vision of our capital city as a clean, safe, pedestrian-friendly community that welcomes everyone. Each year Dr. Crawford adds new elements to his LEGO city. This year he expanded the railways, added a part of State Fair and a huge roller coaster, and Downtown Diner which was voted for by fellow citizens. Of course, there's always room for more Superheroes! Black Panther, General Okoye, Nakia, and Wonder Woman team up to defeat Killmonger, Ulysses Klaue, and Ares, God of War! Try to find them all!
You cannot touch any part of the exhibit. But there is a small table with LEGO pieces to create your own masterpiece.
"KEEP BUILDING JACKSON started as just a fun distraction and hobby, one way to cope with my progressing disability caused by Multiple Sclerosis. Building with LEGO is a lot like living a life with multiple sclerosis: creating something meaningful using fewer bricks than you once had. It requires creativity and a willingness to rebuild something new out of what you have left.
The display was originally intended to brighten my house for Christmas, but it soon became more. I wanted to imagine what Jackson can and will be. Before something can happen in reality, though, we must be able to visualize it, to conceptualize it happening, and finally, to WORK at it. LEGO Jackson is just one vision of our Capital City, as a clean, safe, pedestrian-friendly community that welcomes everyone. It has well-kept houses, bike lanes, sustainable energy sources, accessible streets and sidewalks, public transit, and most important of all, civic pride. People in LEGO Jackson don't litter, but pick up trash. They seek cleaner forms of energy, reduce reuse and recycle as our Earth depends upon it. They get to know their neighbors, confront crime and injustice, care about each other, and respect themselves and their city.
Keep Building Jackson will open Saturday, December 1st, 2018 at 10 a.m. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Arts Center of Mississippi, 201 East Pascagoula Street, Jackson, MS, 39201. Last day is Saturday, January 12th, 2019. As always, the exhibit is FREE!!!
Here is an opportunity to show support to our friends living with disabilities and help improve their quality of life here in Mississippi. Join the Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities Torchbearers Celebration on December 6 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Arts Center of Mississippi (201 East Pascagoula Street in Jackson, MS).
Guests will enjoy refreshments and live music by gifted and versatile guitarist Patrick Harkins. The night will feature the VSA Community Arts Group Gallery. And, of course, Dr. Scott Crawford's KEEP BUILDING JACKSON LEGO Exhibit, that has become a local tradition for our community.
The tickets are $40 and can be purchased online here. A limited number of discounted tickets are available for people with disabilities. Call 601-969-0601 for details.
Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities Torchbearers Celebration on December 6 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Arts Center of Mississippi (201 East Pascagoula Street in Jackson, MS).