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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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4 hours ago

Dr. Woods details Grant County tire amnesty, sharps-disposal plan and HIV case totals At a Grant County board meeting, Dr. Woods described an April 18 tire amnesty to reduce mosquito breeding, a plan to let tattoo parlors use a county sharps container to meet legal disposal requirements, and reported six new HIV cases in 2025 (97 countywide total). The board adjourned to an executive session on personnel matters.

Grant County is taking big steps to protect public health with a tire amnesty day to combat mosquito breeding and a new sharps disposal plan for local tattoo parlors.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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20 hours ago

Grant County board upholds planning director's denial of proposed Matthews cell tower The Grant County Board of Zoning Appeals on April 6, 2026 upheld the area planning director's administrative denial of White Rock Holdings' application for a nearly 200-foot telecommunications tower in Matthews, citing county setback rules and insufficient room on the split‑zoned parcel.

The Grant County Board has denied a nearly 200-foot cell tower proposal in Matthews, citing zoning rules and safety concerns—what's next for White Rock Holdings?

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Citizen Portal News New Mexico

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1 week ago

Commission approves budget adjustments including CIF funds for Arenas Valley Phase 3 Grant County approved a set of budget adjustment requests (BARs) that included dispatch upgrades, election MOU funds, fire reimbursements and large CIF increases and matching transfers for Arenas Valley Phase 3; staff clarified the reimbursement process for volunteer fire departments.

Grant County just approved significant budget adjustments, including over $77,000 for election funding and crucial support for volunteer fire departments!

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1 week ago

From the Indiana community on Reddit: Hey Grant county. With election season coming up, I just want to remind you guys to please do not re-elect this prosecutor who has no problem with letting filthy ... Explore this post and more from the Indiana community

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More

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1 week ago

ARKANSAS: “Fire crews are on the scene of a blaze that broke out in rural Grant County on Monday.

The wildfire is between Prattsville and Sheridan.” www.kark.com/news/state-n... - KARK

#ARFire #ARWx #Arkansas #GrantCounty #Prattsville #Sheridan

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1 week ago

Two new wildfires in NE's Grant County burn 75,000 acres near Morrill Fire Two new wildfires that started overnight Wednesday in Grant County are burning northeast of the Morrill Fire, prompting a large-scale response as strong winds t

NEBRASKA: “ Two new wildfires that started overnight Wednesday in Grant County are burning northeast of the Morrill Fire, prompting a large-scale response as strong winds threaten to complicate firefighting efforts.” nebraska.tv/news/local/t... - KHGI/NTV News

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 weeks ago

Grant County adopts 24-month moratorium on data-center permits The Grant County Board of Commissioners on March 16 adopted Ordinance 4-2026 imposing a 24-month temporary moratorium on improvement-location permits for data centers in unincorporated areas while the Area Planning Commission studies definitions and zoning changes.

Grant County has put a 24-month halt on new data center permits, aiming to refine zoning laws and address public health concerns.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 weeks ago

Grant County approves grant applications and opts into national opioid settlement Commissioners approved forwarding the 2027 community corrections grant application, agreed to pursue national opioid settlement funds, and directed staff to review a Jonesboro demolition MOU tied to prior ARPA allocations.

Grant County is stepping up to secure vital funding for community corrections and is poised to benefit from a $97 million opioid settlement—what does this mean for the future?

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 month ago

Grant County board weighs levy-funded contingency to preserve paramedic pilot Grant County commissioners heard an EMS committee briefing on options to preserve higher-level paramedic care after state pilot funding sunsets, including continuing an annual $165,000 levy with a concept to split $100,000 for rotating ambulance capital and $65,000 for contracted services.

Grant County officials are exploring creative funding solutions to keep advanced paramedic services alive after state support runs out, ensuring quicker response times and better care for patients.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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1 month ago

Grant County panel votes to negotiate with GM Development on 400 South Miller Avenue proposal On March 2, 2026 the Grant County Redevelopment Commission voted to move the top RFP respondent, GM Development, into contract negotiations through the county’s EDA after weeks of debate over how to handle revised proposals and scoring priorities for the 400 South Miller Avenue tax-certificate property.

The Grant County Redevelopment Commission has sparked controversy by advancing GM Development in a heated debate over transparency and proposal fairness for a significant property deal.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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1 month ago

Grant County tables 2.7% CPI pay adjustments for elected officials pending broader payroll and occupational tax review The fiscal court voted to table proposed 2.7% CPI pay adjustments for magistrates, the coroner and the county attorney to allow the court to review the county’s budget, the recently raised occupational tax and other pay considerations; citizens and staff urged clearer communication about how CPI adjustments and other raises are applied.

Grant County's fiscal court has put a hold on proposed pay raises for elected officials, sparking concerns over budget pressures and the recent occupational tax hike.

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#GrantCounty #KY #CitizenPortal #PublicParticipation #BudgetReview #FiscalTransparency

Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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1 month ago

Grant County Fiscal Court adopts resolution urging passage of House Bill 557 to increase jail reimbursements Grant County Fiscal Court unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-01 on Feb. 17, 2026, urging the Kentucky General Assembly to pass House Bill 557, citing rising county costs for housing state inmates and proposing changes including higher per-diem reimbursement and incentives for regional jail authorities.

Grant County Fiscal Court is taking a stand by urging the Kentucky General Assembly to pass House Bill 557, which could significantly change how counties are reimbursed for housing state inmates.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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1 month ago

Grant County awards $1.35 million contract to Milestone Contractors for two bridge replacements Grant County Commissioners on Feb. 17 approved a $1,346,233.62 bid from Milestone Contractors to replace two bridges, with work matched to a Community Crossing grant and required to be completed by Aug. 1, 2027.

Grant County has just awarded a $1.35 million contract for two crucial bridge replacements—find out what this means for the community!

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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1 month ago

Grant County opioid panel hears drug‑court evaluation showing lower recidivism for graduates; approves data‑request letters At its Dec. 15 meeting, the Grant County Opioid Committee approved sending data‑request letters to local agencies and heard an outside evaluation showing drug‑court graduates had a lower rearrest rate (10.9%) than a comparison group; staff outlined capacity limits, treatment coordination gains and follow‑up data requests.

Grant County's drug court graduates are seeing nearly a 70% reduction in recidivism, sparking new initiatives for targeted support in the fight against opioid addiction.

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Citizen Portal News New Mexico

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1 month ago

Energy Transfer outlines 520‑mile Desert Southwest pipeline; 18 miles would cross Grant County Energy Transfer told Grant County commissioners the Desert Southwest natural gas pipeline would run roughly 520 miles from Texas to Arizona; the company said the project would affect about 18 miles in Grant County with a 60‑foot permanent easement and expects a FERC pre‑filing in 2028. The presentation produced questions about routing and co‑location with existing infrastructure.

Energy Transfer has unveiled plans for a massive 520-mile pipeline that could reshape energy infrastructure in Grant County—are you ready for the impact?

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Citizen Portal News New Mexico

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1 month ago

Grant County hears Gila National Forest survey briefing as residents warn of water, cultural impacts The Gila National Forest district ranger briefed Grant County commissioners on a draft geophysical survey by Ivanhoe Electric that would place 72 hand-dug pits across about 21,000 acres for electromagnetic mineral mapping; public speakers urged thorough NEPA review and raised water, cultural and safety concerns. No county action was taken.

Grant County residents are sounding the alarm over a proposed geophysical survey that could impact water supplies and cultural sites—are their concerns being heard?

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Citizen Portal News New Mexico

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1 month ago

Opioid remediation group urges regionwide outpatient push, files SB3 mobile-crisis application for Grant County Shauna Hartley, executive director of the Opioid Remediation Collaborative, told the Grant County Commission a crisis triage center is not feasible now and recommended investing in outpatient services, a 24/7 navigation system and a mobile crisis team; Hartley said she submitted an early SB3 application for $1,000,000 for a mobile crisis unit.

Shauna Hartley reveals a groundbreaking plan for Grant County that prioritizes outpatient services and a 24/7 mobile crisis response, leaving behind the traditional crisis triage center model.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 months ago

Grant County faces a dire situation after a winter storm claimed a life and left the Emergency Management agency in urgent need of new vehicles.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 months ago

ECI is making waves in Grant County with innovative grants, paid internships, and a bold $20 million proposal to expand the airport and enhance local aviation training!

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 months ago

Grant County judges and prosecutor point to old warrants, court changes as factors in jail overcrowding Judges and the county prosecutor told the council that a backlog of old warrants and the recent expansion of court capacity are shaping the county jail population; officials said routine warrant review and faster case resolution for inmates in custody are priorities.

Grant County officials are tackling a troubling backlog of over 700 old warrants, with some dating back more than a decade, as they seek solutions to the county jail's overcrowding crisis.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 months ago

Grant County officials weigh $56.6M renovation vs. near‑$80M new jail in multi‑option presentation Contractors presented two options for Grant County's overcrowded jail: a renovation and 352‑bed addition with a base GMP of about $56.58 million (plus contingencies and allowances) or a new build near $80 million with greater future capacity; commissioners will present both options to county council before deciding.

Grant County officials are facing a tough decision: renovate the overcrowded jail for $56.6 million or opt for a new build at nearly $80 million—what will they choose?

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Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Here’s How to Find Out Which Corporations Are Collaborating With ICE Here are six areas that you can dig into to understand possible points of leverage against a corporate enabler of ICE.

Read this article to identify ICE collaborators, then organize a grassroots boycott of those partners.

#Ephrata #GrantCounty #Washington #BoycottICEPartners #BoycottICE #AbolishICE #ICE
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2 months ago

Read the linked article to identify ICE collaborators and start organizing a boycott.

Encourage others to boycott ICE partners too.

#Ephrata #GrantCounty #Washington #BoycottICEPartners #BoycottICE #AbolishICE #ICE

Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Stop ICE's Attack On Our Communities An ICE agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. This news is devastating. ICE must immediately withdraw its 2,000 agents from Minnesota and Congress must block any new funding to immigr...

Sharing for signal: #ACLU

"An ICE agent killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis mother, shooting her three times in the head through her car window. This is a reckless, horrific shooting that should have never happened."

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Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Sharing for signal: WA Whistles

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Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Sharing for signal: WA Whistles

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Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Any clown can go online and purchase an ICE patch so they can pose as an ICE agent for their own nefarious purposes.

If you believe this is a threat to public safety, then contact your state and local authorities, as well as your members of Congress.

#Ephrata #GrantCounty #Washington #ICE

Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Attention Ephrata area restaurants: ICE units may visit soon. You may refuse service if you believe your safety or that of staff or customers is at risk. Consider seeking legal guidance or consulting local law enforcement first.

#Ephrata #GrantCounty #Washington #ICEFreeZone #ICE

Jim Cox

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2 months ago

This image is free to use if you are a business who is contemplating refusing service to ICE personnel.

Be advised you may want to seek legal advice and/or consult your local law enforcement agency before you refuse service to ICE.

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Jim Cox

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2 months ago

Here is the Washington State code regarding state and local law enforcement agency interactions with ICE.

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