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Article Summary The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum has been granted a substantial $10 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service. This funding is designated for the enhancement of Nebraska's urban forest infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged areas. This grant is part of a larger pool of 385 awards nationwide, amounting…

TL/DR - The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has released the Final 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan, which sets out the state’s transportation system's expected development over the next 25 years. The plan prioritizes fixing roads, maintaining infrastructure, and improving highways in rural areas, based on the input of nearly…

How to Start Weight Loss from Scratch: 3 Easy Steps Maddie Kossin, a fitness coach and nutritionist, shares three easy weight loss steps for those who have no idea where to start. With an impressive weight loss achievement of over 60 pounds, Kossin abandoned yo-yo dieting and shifted to sustainable lifestyle changes. She shares her journey and…

TL/DR - The Chandler Neighborhood Resources Department is accepting applications for four different types of neighborhood assistance programs. The programs are: Neighborhood Initiative Community Engagement Assistance Program, which provides up to $1,200 to help strengthen community social networks; the HOA Matching Assistance Program and the…