Putnam County to build new middle school with $64.6M in state, local funding
Putnam County is advancing a $64.6 million plan to replace Hurricane Middle School, seeking a new modern facility by 2028.
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Plans to migrate federal special ed oversight intensify following DOE layoffs
The Trump administration is exploring shifting special ed oversight to HHS amid layoffs, prompting concerns over existing services.
Michigan opens $75M grant program to expand student opportunities statewide
Michigan’s $75 million initiative funds facility improvements, summer enrichment and youth development for students statewide.
Howard County unveils $365M capital plan, addressing urgent infrastructure needs
Howard County’s $365 million capital plan funds schools, flood mitigation, transportation and technology upgrades.
Education, city services win out in New Bedford’s $561M budget
New Bedford, Massachusetts, plans to spend $561.1 million for fiscal 2026, prioritizing education, public services and the economy.
New York passes record $254B budget with spending boosts
The budget makes significant investments across transportation, education, social services and environmental programs.
$53B Missouri budget targets education, workforce and World Cup
Education, workforce development and infrastructure win out as Missouri’s government prepares for the World Cup in 2026.
Celina, Texas, voters greenlight $2.3B school building project
The district will start construction on a new high school, two middle schools, seven elementary schools and an early childhood facility.
Alexandria budget targets infrastructure in $956.5M package
The city continues to invest in its 10-year, $2.1 billion CIP, focused on stormwater infrastructure, school facilities and maintenance of public assets.
Utah district approves $238M bond for new schools
Alpine is the state’s largest public school district, serving more than 80,000 students across a mix of urban and rural communities in Utah County.
