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Idaho Rural Water Association presents Idaho Governor Brad Little with the 2024 ‘Friend of Rural Water’ Award
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Idaho Rural Water Association (IRWA) is extremely proud to recognize and honor Governor Brad Little with its prestigious annual award, "Friend of Rural Water." Each year, the award is presented to a champion of rural water who has made a significant contribution in helping public drinking water and wastewater utility systems throughout the state. On April 4, 2024, IRWA's CEO, Shelley Roberts presented the well-deserved award to Governor Little at the IRWA annual Spring Conference Awards Dinner in Boise, Idaho.
Approximately $150M Available for Projects that Restore, Protect and Enhance Minnesota Wildlife Habitat
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) last week issued its annual Call for Funding Request from the Outdoor Heritage Fund. Approximately $150 million will be available for both metro and statewide grants to aid Minnesota habitat restoration, protection and enhancement.
Persian American Civic Action Network [PACAN] Announces its 3rd annual fundraising Gala to celebrate the Centennial of the Imperial Iranian Air...
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Persian American Civic Action Network [PACAN] is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Iranian-Americans for civic engagement and activism for the restoration of diplomatic relations between the United States and a free, democratic, and secular Iran. PACAN is excited to announce their 3rd annual fundraising Gala to celebrate the Centennial of the Imperial Iranian Air Force (IIAF).
Hallandale Beach announces acquisition of 9 cutting-edge electric buses, the only fully electric bus fleet owned by any Florida municipality
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Hallandale Beach is the gateway of Broward County in sunny south Florida, a city pulsating with life and innovation. Progress continues to be at the forefront of this City, as Hallandale Beach proudly announces the acquisition of nine (9) cutting-edge electric buses, the largest electric bus fleet owned by any municipality in Florida. The all-electric fleet isn't just about upgrading transit; it's about shaping a safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious community.
Diane Kalen-Sukra’s 5th Anniversary Edition of ‘Save Your City’ Offers Practical Steps to Bridge Divides and Restore Community Trust
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Tellwell Publishing today announced the release of the 5th Anniversary edition of Diane Kalen-Sukra's seminal book "Save Your City: How Toxic Culture Kills Community & What To Do About It" (ISBN: 978-0228810872; paper). In a climate where rising incivility and toxic culture increasingly threaten local democracies, this book arrives as a timely antidote.
Arizona Governor Recognizes IMPACTAZ Outstanding Contributions to Economic Growth and Opportunities for Underserved Business Populations
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Millionaire Mastermind Academy today announced that In a commendable acknowledgment of the remarkable efforts and commitment to fostering economic development and opportunities for underserved business populations, Arizona State Governor Katie Hobbs has officially declared January 16, 2024, as "ImpactAZ Day."
Concordia names Porto, Portugal as host city of its 2024 Europe Summit
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Concordia has named Porto, Portugal as the host city for its 2024 Europe Summit, taking place May 28-29, 2024. Building on the 2023 Concordia Europe Summit, which took place last June in Madrid, Spain (view the report), Concordia's fourth Europe Summit will bring together 100 decision makers for a set of high-level, interactive, and largely closed-door conversations on key challenges, opportunities, and priorities dominating the European agenda.
Avenu is Elevating GovTech with Unified Vision for the Future, Announces the Acquisition of Finvi SLG
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Avenu Insights & Analytics ("Avenu"), the global leader in revenue recovery and administrative solutions for state and local governments, is proud to announce the acquisition of Finvi's State and Local Government ("Finvi SLG") Division. This strategic move marks a significant expansion of Avenu's offerings and capabilities in serving state and local governments.
ImpactAZ 2025 documents economic strides of statewide supplier-diversity accelerator in Arizona
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Thinkzilla Consulting Group today announced that ImpactAZ 2025, a statewide supplier-diversity accelerator serving black and other minority business owners, has announced the results from its inaugural cohort. Thirty-five participants selected for the accelerator completed the program, with 75% attending all technical assistance programming.
Diverse firm, Thinkzilla, honored by the White House, strengthens underserved communities across the US
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- For the past 11 years, CEO Dr. Velma Trayham and her team at Thinkzilla Consulting have been addressing inequality by building and managing programs with the support of public and private partnerships, advancing economic opportunities across diverse and underserved U.S. communities. In addition to the many holidays this month, Dr. Trayham and Thinkzilla, one of the fastest-growing consulting firms in the country, have a lot to celebrate.