Sanitary sewer testing will begin on Monday, May 13, and is expected to last 2-3 weeks. The subcontractor, Insight Pipe, will perform smoke tests on McMurray Rd., Hollydale Dr., Lorlta Ln., and Diablo Dr. Local residents have been notified about these tests.

As the Spring semester at CCC concludes, student Caden Diaz is preparing for his graduation and planning his transfer to a four-year college. In addition to his academic activities, Caden is also a volunteer tutor. He serves as the SGA Vice President and a member of Psi Beta, and dedicates his Wednesdays to tutoring inmates at the State Correctional Institution in Chester County, Pennsylvania. He joined the Petey Greene Program in November 2023, which supports the education of incarcerated individuals.

The Elkhorn South High School (ESHS) Music Department has received the 2024 Exemplary Program Award from the Nebraska Music Education Association (NMEA). ESHS was one of two recipients this year. The award was the result of a detailed evaluation process, including an application review and an on-site visit by the NMEA. The ESHS Music Department was recognized for its strong curriculum, staffing, scheduling, facilities, and equipment. This award reflects the collective efforts of the students, staff, and administrators at ESHS, who have worked together to meet the NMEA's high standards.'Visit here for more details.

Katherine Bell, an Assistant Supervisor at Oak Point Recreation Center, recently visited Nicaragua. She was there to share her expertise in water safety with the International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA). ISLA's primary goal is to reduce the number of drownings worldwide. Bell was asked to share her expertise at ISLA's 3-day lifeguard training in Playa Colorado, Nicaragua. She volunteered to teach both locals and foreigners.

The Syracuse Department of Public Works has shared an analysis of speed cushions in the city. The study shows that these devices have effectively reduced vehicle speeds. The study looked at seven places where speed cushions were put in place in 2022. Mobile radar was used to collect speed data before and after the cushions were installed. The data showed speed reductions at all sites, with some seeing a drop of 11 to 19 miles per hour.

The Northwest Room is home to a diverse collection of poetry, providing a unique perspective on the region's cultural and historical background. A key feature is the Laureate Listening Project, led by Tacoma Poet Laureate Lucas Smiraldo from 2013 to 2015. This project includes audio recordings of community members sharing their experiences of specific places through poetry.

John Charles, a respected interviewer, recently welcomed authors Kristen Ashley and Karen Rose to The Poisoned Pen bookstore. Signed copies of Ashley's 'Avenging Angel' and Rose's 'Cheater' are available online. Charles is recognized for his insightful interviews, exploring authors' backgrounds to better understand their work.

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Genexia, a startup supported by the University of Cincinnati, is using artificial intelligence (AI) to detect heart disease in women via mammograms, reports Spectrum News. The company was established by Kelly Cohen, Dino Martis, and Anoop Sathyan with the goal of using AI to identify coronary artery disease early. This disease is a leading cause of death for women worldwide.

Union Pacific will be conducting remediation activities between the railroad tracks and Skrabanek park starting on March 11th. The work should be completed by March the 15th. This work was previously scheduled to be conducted in February. Arcadis is the safety company that will be helping to direct traffic around this area. Union Pacific can be contacted at 281-350-7178 if you have any questions or concerns about the remediation work.Visit here for more details.

The Forest Grove Aquatic Center (FGAC) is set to replace its old slide with a new one. The old slide was removed on February 15. The center will close from March 18-21 for the slide's removal.

Jason Michael Seymour, a father, husband, and veteran, died at his home in Dallas, Texas. He was 47. Born to Ricky and Kathleen “Kathy” Seymour on January 6, 1977, Jason grew up in Garland, Texas. He attended Texas A&M University after graduating from South Garland High School. There, he joined the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets and the Army Reserves, becoming a member of the F-2 “Fox Company”. An injury led to his honorable discharge as a United States Veteran.

The Town Meeting Day Election is scheduled for March 5, 2024, as stated in the February 2024 Manager's Message. The community has been notified about the election through postcards, a video, and the annual Town and School Report. The election will be held in the Community Room of the Municipal Building. Early and absentee ballots can be requested from the Town Clerk's office.

The Logic and Accuracy Test, an important part of the Presidential Primary Election process, is scheduled for Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Clerk & Recorders Office. The test checks the voting system's configuration and programming for accurate vote tabulation. It confirms the system records all types of votes correctly. A testing board, with at least one member from each major political party, will be selected by the Clerk to conduct the test.