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Bellingham City Council passes emergency landmark tree protection legislation
(The Center Square) – The Bellingham City Council has enacted an emergency landmark tree ordinance to protect the city's largest and most significant trees. The emergency ordinance took effect immediately after its passage on Monday. It will remain in effect for six months or until the Bellingham City Council amends the ordinance. The city council took emergency action on tree protection to avoid the risk of landmark trees being damaged...
Honoring James C. Rees: The Man Who Preserved George Washington's Legacy at Mount Vernon
The article titled 'In Memory of James C. Rees' honors James Conway Rees IV, who played a key role in preserving and promoting George Washington's estate. Barbara B. Lucas, the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, announced that Rees died on September 9 after a long illness. He served as the president and CEO of the estate, where he made significant contributions to its educational mission and increased public awareness of George Washington's legacy.
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