The Cedar Rapids City Council awarded two infrastructure contracts and advanced three economic-development or redevelopment items at its July 28 meeting, according to a local meeting summary.
Minneapolis has announced a $7 million Small Business Resiliency Fund for local businesses affected by Operation Metro Surge, with $350,000 directed to Building and Development Services in 2026.
The Mississippi Department of Employment Security announced Disaster Unemployment Assistance for eligible workers in five affected areas after the state received federal major disaster declaration DR-4922-MS.
Lincoln City Council’s budget calendar sets an Aug. 3 public hearing on the proposed FY2026-28 budget, followed by amendment deadlines and a planned Aug. 24 adoption.
Austin lifted its waterways ban effective immediately July 27, ending an emergency restriction that had changed in scope as floodgate operations and water conditions evolved.
Tulsa voters are scheduled to consider a proposed 20-year Oklahoma Natural Gas franchise on Aug. 25, including a 4% franchise rate on gross receipts.
Christine Erickson took office July 17 as Sioux Falls’ 33rd mayor and the first woman to hold the office. Four City Council members also began new terms.
Gov. Larry Rhoden requested a presidential major-disaster declaration July 27 for eight South Dakota counties and two reservations following three severe storm events.
The City of Bismarck is accepting applications for unexpired seats on the Historic Preservation Commission and Renaissance Zone Authority after board members were elected to the City Commission in June.
Louisiana health officials announced a USDA-approved temporary waiver allowing SNAP participants statewide to use benefits for hot or prepared foods through Aug. 13, 2026, following Tropical Storm Arthur.