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Hastings Museum – Hastings, Nebraska

The Municipal Posted on August 18, 2022 by Ray BaloghAugust 18, 2022
Hastings

“Oh, yeah!” That catchphrase for one of America’s most iconic soft drinks applies just as well today as it did when the now ubiquitous concoction was invented 95 years ago in Hastings, Neb., by child whiz entrepreneur Edwin Elijah Perkins. … Continue reading →

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What’s in a name: Peru and Mexico, Indiana

The Municipal Posted on August 9, 2022 by Ray BaloghAugust 9, 2022
peru

Many municipalities in the United States are named after foreign cities. Paris, Texas; Copenhagen, N.Y.; Budapest, Ga.; and Athens, Ohio, are notable examples. Fewer towns and cities are named after countries, and Indiana is replete with such names: Brazil, Holland, … Continue reading →

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The top 10 places for RV camping in the U.S.

The Municipal Posted on August 8, 2022 by The MunicipalAugust 8, 2022
United States

Recently asked about the effects of the pandemic on recreational vehicle habits, Chris Emery, the editor of Ordealist.com, replied: “The biggest change with the pandemic is that more people still in the workforce are traveling in RVs.” Emery continued, “That’s … Continue reading →

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Oz Museum – Wamego, Kansas

The Municipal Posted on August 4, 2022 by Ray BaloghAugust 4, 2022
Oz Museum

You’re standing across the street, looking at the facade of emerald and yellow bricks dotted with flying monkeys and the likes of a lion, scarecrow and other fictional characters peeking through the windows. Yes, you are in Kansas. More specifically, … Continue reading →

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Delivering on electric street sweeping sustainability

The Municipal Posted on August 1, 2022 by Matt StarnesAugust 1, 2022
sustainability

Sustainability is a word that gets tossed around, sometimes inaccurately. One definition of sustainability is to save our natural or physical resources from running out. In a broader definition in relation to street sweeping, sustainability is the ability to maintain … Continue reading →

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Top 10 best cities for urban gardening

The Municipal Posted on July 11, 2022 by The MunicipalAugust 1, 2022
United States

It’s that time of year for gardeners: Early-season vegetables are ripe, and hopefully, the rest of what was cultivated during the spring is well on its way to a bountiful fall harvest. Whether it takes the form of a large … Continue reading →

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The Road to Safety Starts with Stability: How offset compact roller attachments ensure a safer jobsite

The Municipal Posted on July 1, 2022 by Lynn MarshAugust 1, 2022
safety

Safety is the highest priority on construction jobsites, but not all equipment helps attain safety goals. In 2020, more than 174,100 injuries and 124 deaths occurred on construction sites in the United States. Unfortunately, those statistics only encompass reported cases. … Continue reading →

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Top 10 happiest places to live in the United States

The Municipal Posted on June 9, 2022 by The MunicipalAugust 1, 2022
United States

The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread stress. After the worst of the virus passed, Americans made an effort to find happiness in their changed reality – often through reconnecting with family, friends and familiar activities. But what some people might not … Continue reading →

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Prioritizing trash capture and clean oceans: Stormwater hoods and traps lead the way in effectiveness

The Municipal Posted on June 1, 2022 by T.J. MullenAugust 1, 2022
stormwater

To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2022, the Biden administration announced a $542 million investment specifically addressing pollution and plastic waste that flows into the nation’s surface waters, estuaries and oceans. This major subsidy is an important part of … Continue reading →

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M Top 10: Best cities for active lifestyles

The Municipal Posted on May 10, 2022 by The MunicipalAugust 1, 2022
United States

Walking, rollerblading, spin class, yoga or bicycle commutes: How do your residents stay physically fit? Achieving an active lifestyle is a matter of motivation and dedication, but it’s easier when a person’s community encourages physical fitness by its commitment to … Continue reading →

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Why your pothole patching program is lagging and how to fix it

The Municipal Posted on May 1, 2022 by Michael BlakeAugust 1, 2022
pothole

Every March it seems like every news outlet, both national and local, runs frontline coverage of the self-proclaimed “pothole pandemic.” This puts departments of transportation, road commissions and local public works departments in the limelight as fresh attention is drawn … Continue reading →

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