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Clifton school board terminates two 313 agr eements

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The Clifton Independent School District’s Board of Education terminated two agreements with a corporation developing two solar projects within the district during its regular meeting on Monday, June 19. One of the two solar projects will reportedly end construction, while the other will continue despite its 313 agreement being terminated.

Texas Comptroller makes changes to Texas Broadband Development Map

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Texas Comptroller Glen Hegar announced on Wednesday, June 14, that his agency is making changes to the Texas Broadband Development program. These changes, required by the recent passage of Senate Bill (SB) 1238, will result in more locations becoming eligible to receive broadband infrastructure grants and will provide much-needed flexibility to ensure that taxpayer dollars will benefit more Texans.

Deadline extended for Texas Digital Opportunity Public Survey

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Texas Comptroller Glen Hegar announced on Wednesday, June 14, that his agency is making changes to the Texas Broadband Development program. These changes, required by the recent passage of Senate Bill (SB) 1238, will result in more locations becoming eligible to receive broadband infrastructure grants and will provide much-needed flexibility to ensure that taxpayer dollars will benefit more Texans.

BDO to host roundtable discussions

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The Broadband Development Office hosts monthly engagement opportunities for industry and community leaders to better inform stakeholders and encourage collaboration The Industry Broadband Roundtable meets virtually on the last Tuesday of every month at 3 p.m. The roundtables are intended to inform broadband providers, engineering firms, consultants and other entities who seek opportunities to expand broadband across the state.

Don’t fence me in

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Volunteers with Meridian Grassroots removed the fence around the City of Meridian’s former swimming pool on Saturday, June 17. Three volunteers – Paul Hardcastle, Andy Williams, and Michael Woerner – spent the morning deconstructing the metal, chain-link fence from their posts.

NCBC BBQ dinner fundraiser, auction set this Saturday

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The National Championship Barbecue Cookoff Committee will hold its 2023 Annual Live & Silent Auction & BBQ Dinner Fundraiser at the Meridian Civic Center at 5:30 p.m. The funds raised will benefit The EpiCenter Youth Complex in Meridian.