Britespan Fabric Buildings: A proven choice for municipalities in North America
For nearly three decades, Britespan Building Systems has helped municipalities, public works departments and commercial operations across North America protect critical assets with engineered fabric structures. Designing, engineering and manufacturing every structure in-house, Britespan delivers turnkey solutions for salt and … More from our cover sponsor →
From sewer overflow to renovated: Elkins painstakingly restores its city hall
It’s been almost two years since the city of Elkins, W. Va., has been able to carry on business as usual in its historic city hall building, after a sewage overflow flooded the building in August 2024; this was a … Continue reading →
Downtown improvement projects help Tyler invest in the heart of the city
There are multiple improvement projects happening in Tyler, Texas, to improve and preserve the downtown area. Currently, there is a sewer project underway, brick street removal and preservation, city street improvements and the creation of a green space for the … Continue reading →
Cooperation enables simultaneous road improvements in Wixom
Road construction is so common that motorists probably don’t think much about it unless they live in the affected area. Even then, they may not know how involved a particular project will be. Residents of Wixom, Mich., know one project … Continue reading →
Top Ten: Best states to raise a family
What characteristics might give one state an advantage over another in being a good place to raise a family? Affordability, certainly. Safety, quality healthcare, available housing and a few other factors would probably go into the mix as well. Some … Continue reading →
Columbus, Neb., shines with quality-of-life initiatives
Located about 60 miles west of Omaha, Columbus, Neb., is a Great Plains community with a strong sense of collaboration and commitment to quality of life. The city, which has a population of about 25,000, has undergone significant growth and … Continue reading →
Cambridge launches Linear Park redesign
For centuries, green space has provided respite from some of the taxing aspects of life in a congested area. According to Encyclopedia Britannica, the idea of parks dates back to the ancient civilizations of Persia and Athens, when extensive areas … Continue reading →
Britespan Fabric Buildings: A proven choice for municipalities in North America
For nearly three decades, Britespan Building Systems has helped municipalities, public works departments and commercial operations across North America protect critical assets with engineered fabric structures. Designing, engineering and manufacturing every structure in-house, Britespan delivers turnkey solutions for salt and … Continue reading →
Parent E3 Series: Master officer develops initiative to decrease violent youth-involved incidents
Master Police Officer Thomas Rodriquez, of the Manassas, Va., city police department is a veteran of 27 years’ service. Prior to police work he served as a Marine, joining when he was just 17 because “I was just so eager … Continue reading →
Applied research project introduces patrol planning tool to the Pensacola Police Department
Enhancing the efficiency of police patrols while bolstering community safety is important for any department. That’s why the Pensacola, Fla., Police Department partnered with Dr. Nicholas Hasan Buker, Criminology, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies department chair at the University of … Continue reading →
Looking for ‘Lucy’: Lucille Ball’s birthplace in Jamestown, N.Y.
When “I Love Lucy” premiered on Oct. 15, 1951, it was a game-changer. In addition to showcasing the first interracial marriage on television, it also folded its lead’s pregnancy into the script, gave birth to a rerun, and perfected a … Continue reading →
NobleACT helps connect community with local resources partners
NobleACT is a program started by Noblesville, Ind., in 2020, that focuses on police and emergency calls revolving around individuals who may be struggling with mental health, addiction, homelessness and more. The program became a focus of Mayor Chris Jensen’s … Continue reading →
Greenville begins landscape restoration following tornado
After a tornado swept through Greenville, Ohio, in 2024, the city had to begin to repair and replace what was damaged. One of the hardest-hit areas during the disaster was Greenville City Park. While there were no fatalities or injuries … Continue reading →
Fayetteville launches program to streamline housing development
The city of Fayetteville, Ark., has introduced a three-year pilot program to meet local housing needs. The Permit-Ready Building Design Program offers pre-approved building plans to residents, builders and developers. The idea is to simplify the construction process while encouraging … Continue reading →
Des Moines, Iowa’s, blood transfusion pilot program is the first in the state
Lt. Dan Davis heads up the blood transfusion pilot program at the Des Moines Fire & EMS Department, which is operated in collaboration with West Des Moines EMS. Davis said they started exploring the possibility in October 2024 about carrying … Continue reading →
Top Ten: Where retirees live longer — and better
The question of where to retire is pressing among older Americans. According to AARP, more than 75% of older adults say they plan to age in place, valuing familiarity and community ties over relocation to retirement enclaves. However, among those … Continue reading →
Tejon Street revitalization creates safer, more walkable destination
For quite some time, Colorado Springs, Colo., has been looking to revitalize its downtown area and make it more accessible, safer and walkable, in order to create a destination location. Tejon Street is the main historic street through downtown Colorado … Continue reading →
Corpus Christi provides free cancer screenings to its firefighters
The Corpus Christi, Texas, Fire Department has joined fire companies across the country in offering its firefighters free cancer screenings. “The new initiative was spurred by upcoming state legislation passed in 2025 that will require cities and political subdivisions to … Continue reading →
Charlotte Fire builds new all-electric firehouse
Recently completed at the beginning of this year, Firehouse 30 in Charlotte, N.C., is now fully operational and replaces the old, temporary station on Belle-Oaks Drive near the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. It is located on Beam Road across from the … Continue reading →
