# community development (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover community development. Page: Feed: --- ## [Tripepi Smith expands public engagement expertise with Davenport program](https://www.publicceo.com/2026/08/tripepi-smith-expands-public-engagement-expertise-with-davenport-program/) _2026-08-21 · Amy Gallagher · PublicCEO_ Continuing the team’s professional growth trajectory, Tripepi Smith Business Analysts Cailyn Thompson and Devin Antonio recently completed the Professional Certificate in Public Engagement for Local Government through the Davenport Institute for Public Engagement and Civic Leadership at Pepperdine University. Through the program, Cailyn and Devin gained tools and strategies to support meaningful,… ## [Vacaville secures nearly 15 million in federal funding for Vaca Valley Parkway I-505 Multimodal Improvements project](https://www.publicceo.com/2026/08/vacaville-secures-nearly-15-million-in-federal-funding-for-vaca-valley-parkway-i-505-multimodal-improvements-project/) _2026-08-21 · Amy Gallagher · PublicCEO_ The City of Vacaville has reached a major milestone for the Vaca Valley Parkway/I-505 Multimodal Improvements Project, formally securing $14,887,000 in federal grant funding following six years of project planning, design, community engagement, and coordination. The federal funding was obligated July 27, 2026, and combines funding from the 2023 Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed… ## [Frank Young remanded back to prison after 9-year-old girl alleges that not only did he sexually assault her; he forced her to perform oral sex for $50 – secret she kept for over a year](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/frank-young-remanded-back-to-prison-after-9-year-old-girl-alleges-that-not-only-did-he-sexually-assault-her-he-forced-her-to-perform-oral-sex-for-50-secret-she-kept-for-over-a-year/) _2026-08-20 · editor@breakingbelizenews.com · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: A 21-year-old construction worker from Lords Bank Village, Ladyville, has been hit with a second count of sexual assault and sent back to prison after new allegations surfaced during a recent bail revocation proceeding. Frank William Young appeared before Chief Magistrate Deborah Rogers in Court #1 on Thursday afternoon at \[…\] The post Frank Young remanded back to… ## [The silent thief is robbing young Belize, here is what to own so it cannot](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/the-silent-thief-is-robbing-young-belize-here-is-what-to-own-so-it-cannot/) _2026-08-20 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Horace Palacio: There is a thief working every district of this country, and he has never once been arrested. He does not climb through windows. He walks straight through the front door of your bank account. His name is inflation, and his method is elegant. He never takes your dollars. He drains what your \[…\] The post The silent thief is robbing young Belize, here is what to own so it cannot… ## [André Bauer is US Ambassador-designate to Belize](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/andre-bauer-is-us-ambassador-designate-to-belize/) _2026-08-20 · \[email protected\] · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: The United States Embassy has announced that André Bauer has been sworn in as the new US Ambassador-designate to Belize. Bauer is a former South Carolina legislator and served two terms as the state’s lieutenant governor. In its announcement, the Embassy said Bauer brings a deep commitment to public service, entrepreneurship \[…\] The post André Bauer is US… ## [New Digital Platform to provide data on 194 Belizean communities](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/new-digital-platform-to-provide-data-on-194-belizean-communities/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the Ministry of Rural Transformation, has launched the Community Profile Information System (CPIS), a new digital platform designed to collect, store and analyze critical information from 194 communities across Belize. The platform was developed from an IOM-led pilot survey conducted in 2023, which \[…\] The post… ## [Man busted with three bullets has until Friday to decide if he will accept 1-year-4-month sentence or plead not guilty and face trial; Complains he is being kept ‘in the hole’ in jail and doesn’t like it](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/man-busted-with-three-bullets-has-until-friday-to-decide-if-he-will-accept-1-year-4-month-sentence-or-plead-not-guilty-and-face-trial/) _2026-08-20 · editor@breakingbelizenews.com · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Breaking Belize News Staff: Justin Stephen Goff, 38, who was charged earlier this year after police allegedly found him with three live rounds of ammunition, is considering changing his not guilty plea after receiving a sentencing indication from the Magistrate’s Court. Goff appeared unrepresented before a Magistrate in Court #3, where he sought an \[…\] The post Man busted with three bullets has… ## [Government of Belize secures landmark agreement to protect Turneffe Atoll](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/government-of-belize-secures-landmark-agreement-to-protect-turneffe-atoll/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The Government of Belize has secured a landmark agreement aimed at strengthening the long-term protection of Turneffe Atoll and its natural resources. The Turneffe Conservation Land Trust Deed of Mutual Release, Compromise, and Settlement was signed on August 19, 2026, transforming an earlier agreement between the Government and the Turneffe Atoll Trust \[…\] The post Government of… ## [Every vote counts! Help Faith Edgar fly the Belizean flag at Miss World](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/every-vote-counts-help-faith-edgar-fly-the-belizean-flag-at-miss-world/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ Belize is being called on to rally behind Miss World Belize, Faith Edgar, as public voting continues for the 73rd Miss World competition in Vietnam. Faith is currently representing Belize among delegates from around the world and is competing within the Americas and Caribbean region. Supporters in Belize and abroad can now cast their votes \[…\] The post Every vote counts! Help Faith Edgar fly the… ## [New U.S. Ambassador André Bauer enthusiastic about serving in Belize](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/new-u-s-ambassador-andre-bauer-enthusiastic-about-serving-in-belize/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Andre Bauer has officially been sworn in as the new United States Ambassador to Belize, marking the beginning of his diplomatic assignment representing the United States in Belize. “Today, I had the tremendous honor of being sworn in as the United States Ambassador to Belize,” Bauer said on Facebook. The oath was \[…\] The post New U.S. Ambassador André Bauer enthusiastic about… ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ibGlo2WzHa8n) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [New U.S. Ambassador to Belize sworn in](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/new-u-s-ambassador-to-belize-sworn-in/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: Today, the U.S. Embassy in Belize announced that André Bauer has been sworn in as the U.S. Ambassador to Belize. “A former South Carolina legislator and two-term lieutenant governor, Ambassador Bauer brings a deep commitment to public service, entrepreneurship, and American values to his new role in advancing Administration priorities,” the U.S. \[…\] The post New U.S. Ambassador to… ## [International News: “Put down the phone!” New US Health advisory warns about kids’ screen time](https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/08/20/international-news-put-down-the-phone-new-us-health-advisory-warns-about-kids-screen-time/) _2026-08-20 · BBNTEAM · Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com_ By Zoila Palma: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued a new Surgeon General advisory urging children and teenagers to reduce harmful screen use and spend more time engaging in real-world activities. Released Wednesday, the 40-page advisory does not recommend a specific daily screen-time limit, instead encouraging families to focus on how \[…\] The post International News: “Put… ## [Gombe Approves N148.76m Allowance for GSU Lecturers Amid ASUU Strike Threat](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/gombe-approves-n148-76m-allowance-for-gsu-lecturers-amid-asuu-strike-threat/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Willies Ugo, Gombe August 20, 2026 The Gombe State Government has approved N148.76m for the payment of Consolidated Academic Staff Allowance to lecturers of Gombe State University, in a move aimed at averting a strike threatened by the Academic Staff Union of Universities. The approval came 10 days after the GSU chapter of ASUU... The post Gombe Approves N148.76m Allowance for GSU Lecturers… ## [Gombe CS-SUNN Demands Six-Month Paid Maternity Leave for Mothers](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/gombe-cs-sunn-demands-six-month-paid-maternity-leave-for-mothers/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Willies Ugo, Gombe August 20, 2026 The Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria has urged the Gombe State Government to introduce six months’ paid maternity leave for mothers to promote exclusive breastfeeding and combat malnutrition. The State Coordinator of CS-SUNN, Rebecca Caleb Maina, made the call during an advocacy visit to the Commissioner... The post Gombe CS-SUNN Demands Six-Month… ## [2027: Gombe APC Guber Candidate Advocates Issue-Based Campaigns](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/2027-gombe-apc-guber-candidate-advocates-issue-based-campaigns/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Willies Ugo, Gombe August 20, 2026 The All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna, has called for issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections. Gwamna made the call through his spokesman, Ibrahim Sani Shawai, in a statement issued on Thursday to herald the commencement of the APC presidential... The post 2027: Gombe APC Guber Candidate… ## [APGA Unveils Afiniki Yarima as Taraba South Senate Candidate](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/apga-unveils-afiniki-yarima-as-taraba-south-senate-candidate/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Dantala Ali August 20, 2026 The All Progressives Grand Alliance has affirmed Hon. Afiniki Yarima as its senatorial candidate for Taraba South, replacing Barr. Tanko Kyan-emoh ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yarima, while delivering her affirmation speech, pledged to provide effective and responsible representation for the people of the senatorial district if elected.... The post APGA… ## [Tinubu Re-appoints Bupwatda as JUTH Chief Medical Director](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/tinubu-re-appoints-bupwatda-as-juth-chief-medical-director/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Chuwang Dungs August 20, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Dr Pokop Wushipda Bupwatda as the Chief Medical Director of the Jos University Teaching Hospital, Plateau State. The reappointment takes effect from August 30, 2026, according to a statement signed by Bridget A. Omini, Assistant Director, Information, Protocol and Public... The post Tinubu Re-appoints… ## [Plateau killings: Army storms Mangu, launches ‘Operation Hard Nut’](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/20/plateau-killings-army-storms-mangu-launches-operation-hard-nut/) _2026-08-20 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Chuwang Dungs August 20, 2026 The Nigerian Army has relocated its tactical headquarters to Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State and launched Operation Hard Nut following renewed attacks that left 25 people dead in the area. The General Officer Commanding, 3 Division, Nigerian Army and Commander of Operation Enduring Peace, Major General Williams... The post Plateau killings: Army storms… ## [Murrieta City Manager Justin Clifton named 2026 City Manager of the Year](https://www.publicceo.com/2026/08/murrieta-city-manager-justin-clifton-named-2026-city-manager-of-the-year/) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The City of Murrieta is proud to announce that City Manager Justin Clifton has been named the 2026 City Manager of the Year by Government Business Review Magazine, recognizing his leadership and commitment to public service. Since joining the City of Murrieta as City Manager in January 2025, Clifton has helped advance key priorities including The post Murrieta City Manager Justin Clifton named… ## [Wildfire liability reforms must not burden Californians with recovery costs](https://www.publicceo.com/2026/08/wildfire-liability-reforms-must-not-burden-californians-with-recovery-costs/) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ Anticipated legislation to shift risk from for-profit, investor-owned electric utilities (IOUs) and place that burden on publicly-owned, non for profit local agencies – and their constituents – only makes it more difficult for communities to rebuild and fails to put victims first. While the Governor’s office has yet to unveil formal language, communication from the The post Wildfire liability… ## [Try Before You Buy, Risk-Free (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/VfhFXDi6NEcZ) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Free trial hosting plus refunds processed in 12-24 hours, guaranteed. ## [Coalition to protect community services gains momentum as 67 local agencies push for liability reform](https://www.publicceo.com/2026/08/coalition-to-protect-community-services-gains-momentum-as-67-local-agencies-push-for-liability-reform/) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The Coalition to Protect Community Services, a statewide alliance of cities, special districts, and local government organizations led by the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (California JPIA), announced today that its membership has grown to 67 local government agencies, reflecting mounting concern over the rising liability costs squeezing local government budgets across California.… ## [Willows makes progress on re-establishing police department](https://www.appeal-democrat.com/glenn_county_transcript/willows-making-progress-on-re-establishing-police-departmen/article_eaa9d2ec-b4c8-4230-a258-570b914c1f6a.html#new_tab) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The post Willows makes progress on re-establishing police department appeared first on PublicCEO . ## [Ventura County Supervisors approve plan for new health care facility in Santa Paula and leave healthcare workers dissatisfied](https://keyt.com/news/top-stories/2026/08/18/ventura-county-supervisors-approve-plan-for-new-health-care-facility-in-santa-paula-healthcare-workers-not-satisfied/#new_tab) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The post Ventura County Supervisors approve plan for new health care facility in Santa Paula and leave healthcare workers dissatisfied appeared first on PublicCEO . ## [Santa Barbara considers programs to incentivize and streamline housing development](https://www.noozhawk.com/santa-barbara-considering-programs-to-incentivize-streamline-housing-development/#new_tab) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The post Santa Barbara considers programs to incentivize and streamline housing development appeared first on PublicCEO . ## [San Jose City Council stops short of endorsing plan to quadruple housing density](https://www.sacbee.com/entertainment/living/article316933361.html#new_tab) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The post San Jose City Council stops short of endorsing plan to quadruple housing density appeared first on PublicCEO . ## [San Joaquin County approves service charge increases for maintenance districts](https://www.kcra.com/article/san-joaquin-county-maintenance-district-fee-increase/73470859#new_tab) _2026-08-20 · Ted Hwang · PublicCEO_ The post San Joaquin County approves service charge increases for maintenance districts appeared first on PublicCEO . ## [Girei Bridge Crash: No Death Recorded as Police Rescue Injured Victims](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/19/girei-bridge-crash-no-death-recorded-as-police-rescue-injured-victims/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Dantala Ali August 19, 2026 The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed a serious road traffic crash involving a tipper, two motor vehicles and two tricycles on Girei Bridge along the Girei Road. The accident occurred on Wednesday, with the Command confirming that no life was lost despite the severity of the crash. The... The post Girei Bridge Crash: No Death Recorded as Police Rescue… ## [Gov. Fintiri appoints Prof Tukur DG Adamawa Renewed Hope 226 Movement](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/19/gov-fintiri-appoints-prof-tukur-dg-adamawa-renewed-hope-226-movement/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Dantala Ali August 19, 2026 Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has appointed Professor Abdullahi Liman Tukur as the Director-General of the Adamawa Renewed Hope 226 Movement. The movement, according to a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, on Wednesday, is a political mobilisation platform aimed at securing victory for... The post Gov.… ## [CAN @ 50: Maihankali Hails Taraba Christians for Five Decades of Peace, Unity](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/19/can-50-maihankali-hails-taraba-christians-for-five-decades-of-peace-unity/) _2026-08-19 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ August 19, 2026 By Dantala Ali The Executive Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, Hon. Moses Maihankali, has congratulated the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State Chapter, and the entire Christian community on the association’s 50th anniversary. Maihankali, in a goodwill message marking the Golden Jubilee, described the milestone as a remarkable achievement reflecting...… ## [Open this .onion address (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WTwy6EWHMX3g) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Access 7btj5kisrpopxjkhmcugbiygfk2xd6op3ta7whfrmxxrldyrlh5b5zad.onion using a Tor browser. ## [Ashaka Cement Expansion: Gombe Gov Tasks HBM on Jobs, Roads, Community Development](https://thenewspointer.com.ng/2026/08/18/ashaka-cement-expansion-gombe-gov-tasks-hbm-on-jobs-roads-community-development/) _2026-08-18 · The Newspointer · The NewsPotinter_ By Willies Ugo, Gombe August 18, 2026 The management of HBM Nigeria Plc, owners of Ashaka Cement, has assured the Gombe State Government of its continued commitment to the development of the state despite the recent change in ownership of the company. The Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HBM Nigeria Plc, Lolu... The post Ashaka Cement Expansion: Gombe Gov Tasks HBM on Jobs,…