There are many countries at the forefront of the sexual slavery trafficking; Thailand, Cambodia, Amsterdam are referenced numerous times in the media, yet there are over 160 countries actually affected. Each year, more than $99 billion is earned globally through … Continue reading →
Summertime in the park sings of sun-dappled trees, picnics on the green, bright rivers, playgrounds, concerts, trails and school’s-out exhilaration. Prior to National Parks and Recreation Month this July, the powers that be from the National Recreation and Park Association, … Continue reading →
Is your community at risk? California is plagued by wildfires, but little is it known that every other state is at risk for them as well. Every year thousands of wildfires burn millions of acres across the United States. It’s … Continue reading →
California is known for wildfires, but little is it known that every other state is at risk for them as well. Every year thousands of wildfires burn millions of acres across the United States. It’s not a question of “if,” … Continue reading →
Public works departments are under growing pressure to meet environmental regulations, manage costs and maintain community trust. Nowhere is that balancing act more visible than in aquatic maintenance. From stormwater canals to retention ponds, municipalities face persistent challenges: invasive weeds, … Continue reading →
Lexington, Ky., created a sustainability plan in 2012 and recently updated it with the city’s new sustainability program. At a conference, working with Solarize programs was mentioned, and it was thought to be a good fit as part of the … Continue reading →
Wichita, Kan., has long been a city with potential for great bicycling opportunities. The city on the Plains has a population of more than 395,000. The Greater Wichita Region contains a population of over 790,000 and is expected to grow … Continue reading →
A pair of drones are helping the police department in Ramapo, N.Y., work smarter … and quicker. The town’s new Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program is a high-tech answer to even the most routine calls. “People think the … Continue reading →
In the summer of 2024, Madison, Wis., added two electric refuse trucks to its fleet. The city has been prioritizing moving toward electrification, alternative fuels or biofuel along with the city’s goal toward a greener future. With 1,400 vehicles in … Continue reading →
Settled along the coastline of Narragansett Bay, Warwick, R.I., is a city that blends its historical significance with modern-day growth. As the second-largest city in the Ocean State, Warwick offers a rich history, community charm and forward-thinking development. From its … Continue reading →
Every municipality deals with infrastructure issues. Concrete and asphalt streets cave and crumble under decades of heavy traffic, particularly where colder winters open potholes and cracks in the streets. Champaign, Ill., population 88,000, sees plenty of ice and snow in … Continue reading →
