# county public (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover county public. Page: Feed: --- ## [ACPL’s Summer Learning Program Celebrates Successful Summer of Dinosaur-Sized Fun](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-s-summer-learning-program-celebrates-successful-summer-of-dinosaur-sized-fun) _2026-08-18 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is celebrating a successful summer of learning and discovery as its annual Summer Learning Program wrapped up July 31. This year’s “Unearth a Story” theme invited children, teens and adults to explore reading, learning, and hands-on experiences throughout the summer, with thousands of community members taking part. The free program, which ran from June 1… ## [Campaign for Excellence receives combined $600,000 contribution](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/campaign-for-excellence-receives-combined-600000-contribution) _2026-08-17 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Roanoke County Public Schools is proud to announce that Altec and Varney have made independent contributions totaling more than half a million dollars to the Roanoke County Public Schools Campaign for Excellence. ## [We're looking for your feedback about the draft 2026-2032 RCPS Strategic Plan](https://www.rcps.us/strategicplan) _2026-08-14 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ A new strategic planning cycle begins next year for Roanoke County Public Schools, and we are updating how we share our goals and progress with the community. What’s new in the proposed plan? Continued focus on the C-Change Framework, greater transparency, more data-driven approach and ongoing stakeholder input. ## [ACPL’s Rolland Center Explores Lincoln's Legacy with New Exhibit and Virtual Program](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-s-rolland-center-explores-lincoln-s-legacy-with-new-exhibit-and-virtual-program) _2026-08-12 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library's Rolland Center for Lincoln Research invites the community to explore the lasting impact of Abraham Lincoln through a new temporary exhibit and the latest installment of its popular “Lincoln at the Library” virtual lecture series this August. Opening August 12, the free temporary exhibit “Carrying Lincoln's Legacy” examines the life of Robert Todd Lincoln, the… ## [ACPL Celebrates National Book Lovers Day with a Little – No, a LOT of - Romance](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-celebrates-national-book-lovers-day-with-a-little-no-a-lot-of-romance) _2026-08-06 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ Some people are looking for love in all the wrong places. At the Allen County Public Library, they’re finding it right on the shelves. In honor of National Book Lovers Day on Aug. 9, the ACPL is celebrating one of its most popular collections: romance novels. From slow burns and second chances to cowboys, vampires, hockey players, and happily-ever-afters, the library’s romance collection has… ## [ACPL’s Aboite Branch Partners with Local Girl Scouts for Community Hygiene Drive](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-s-aboite-branch-partners-with-local-girl-scouts-for-community-hygiene-drive) _2026-07-30 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library's Aboite Branch is partnering with two local Girl Scouts to host a community hygiene drive benefiting area families in need. The donation drive will run through August 15, collecting essential personal care items that will be assembled into hygiene kits and distributed to local food pantries. Community members are invited to donate new, unopened hygiene products… ## [ACPL and Blessings in a Backpack Hold End of Summer Backpack Giveaway](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-and-blessings-in-a-backpack-hold-end-of-summer-backpack-giveaway-1) _2026-07-29 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) and Blessings in a Backpack will host a special Backpack Giveaway on Friday, July 31, to mark the final day of an impactful summer initiative to combat childhood hunger and promote literacy across Allen County. Beginning at 10 a.m., children and families are invited to stop by the Georgetown, Hessen Cassel, Little Turtle, Pontiac, Shawnee, Tecumseh, and… ## [International Jugglers' Association Brings Free Family Performance to the Library](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/international-jugglers-association-brings-free-family-performance-to-the-library) _2026-07-22 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library invites the community to discover the fun, skill, and creativity of juggling during “Planting the Juggling Seed,” a free, family-friendly performance presented by the International Jugglers' Association Festival and produced by the Youth Juggling Academy. The event will take place Tuesday, July 28, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Theater at the Main Library (900 Library… ## [Final Rock the Plaza Concert Returns This Weekend](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/final-rock-the-plaza-concert-returns-this-weekend) _2026-07-13 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library invites the community to the final Rock the Plaza concert this weekend, with one last evening of music, memories, and celebration on Saturday, July 18, from 4 to 10 p.m. on the Main Library Plaza. After nearly two decades as one of Fort Wayne's favorite summer traditions, Rock the Plaza will take its final bow with an extended concert featuring some of the series'… ## [Minutes of July 2026 Meeting](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2026/07/12/minutes-of-july-2026-meeting/) _2026-07-12 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ Minutes of July 2026 Meeting Minutes of the Chagrin Gateway Democratic Club Meeting Thursday, July 2, 2026 – 6:30 pm Orange Branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library Featured speakers: Ohio Lieutenant Governor Candidate David Pepper Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne The club’s First Vice President Anthony Fossaceca opened the meeting by welcoming new attendees. It’s been great to see new… ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/mkUEJghB7tzZ) _2026-07-12 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [ACPL Audio Reading Service Earns International Programming Award](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/acpl-audio-reading-service-earns-international-programming-award) _2026-07-08 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library's Audio Reading Service has received international recognition from the International Association of Audio Information Services (IAAIS), earning a 2026 Program Award for excellence in broadcasting. The award was presented during the IAAIS Annual Conference, held June 9–11, and recognizes programming that was recorded, produced, and broadcast during 2025. The IAAIS… ## [Indiana’s First Lady Visits the ACPL for Imagination Library Storytime](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/indiana-s-first-lady-visits-the-acpl-for-imagination-library-storytime) _2026-07-02 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun visited the Allen County Public Library (ACPL) on Wednesday to celebrate early literacy and the growing impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Allen County, reading to local children during a special Storytime at the Main Library's StoryScape. The event highlighted the community-wide partnership that has brought free, high-quality books to thousands of… ## [Statement on the Transition of Secretary Halle Lewis](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2026/06/21/statement-on-the-transition-of-secretary-halle-lewis/) _2026-06-21 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ The Chagrin Gateway Democrats would like to thank Halle Lewis for her outstanding service as Secretary of our club/organization. Learn more about the steps to fill her leadership vacancy. ## [Grammy-Nominated Family Music Duo Wendy and DB to Perform at ACPL](https://www.acpl.lib.in.us/post/grammy-nominated-family-music-duo-wendy-and-db-to-perform-at-acpl) _2026-06-17 · amichael-keller · ACPL Studio_ The Allen County Public Library invites families to enjoy two special performances by Grammy-nominated and award-winning children's music duo Wendy and DB at the Main Library on Thursday, June 18. Known for their blues-pop fusion family music, Wendy and DB combine original songs and interactive storytelling to create interactive musical experiences for audiences of all ages. Their high-energy… ## [RCPS highlighted by Carnegie Foundation for Opportunity Ready Graduate program](https://www.carnegiefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/FINAL_FHS-Innovation_Reimagining-Learning-in-the-Classroom-2.pdf) _2026-06-16 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Read about three school divisions in the Future of High Schools network addressing a shared set of questions to reimagine learning in the classroom, where educators are redesigning daily instruction so that rigorous, real-world, competency-rich learning isn’t an add-on or a pilot: It’s what school has become. ## [Education Scorecard highlights RCPS as a "District on the Rise"](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/education-scorecard-highlights-rcps-as-a-district-on-the-rise) _2026-05-29 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Roanoke County Public Schools is proud to be highlighted as a “District on the Rise” by the Education Scorecard, a national report on student growth in math and reading. ## [RCPS named a best community for music education for 22nd year](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/rcps-named-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-22nd-year) _2026-05-25 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ The NAMM Foundation has again recognized Roanoke County Public Schools for its outstanding commitment to music education with a Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) designation for the 22nd year (2002-2004, 2006, 2008-2019, 2021-2026). ## [CSHS science teacher wins 2026 RCPS Golden Apple Teacher of the Year Award](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/cshs-science-teacher-wins-2026-rcps-golden-apple-teacher-of-the-year-award) _2026-05-07 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Anne Houston, an anatomy and physiology teacher at Cave Spring High School, has been selected as the 2026 Roanoke County Public Schools Golden Apple Teacher of the Year. ## [National Canvas incident Update](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/statement-concerning-cybersecurity-incident-involving-canva) _2026-05-07 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Instructure Inc., an international provider of education administration software, announced that it had suffered a cybersecurity incident in late April affecting Canvas. ## [Ft. Lewis, HVMS principals included in 2025-2026 Va. Principals of Distinction](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/ft-lewis-hvms-principals-included-in-2025-2026-va-principals-of-distinction) _2026-04-23 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ The Virginia Department of Education announced today the recipients of the 2025-2026 Virginia Principals of Distinction, the first-year completion of a recognition and professional development program. ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Q2Ek1kjzhpqq) _2026-04-23 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [CVA students earn local and national recognition](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/cva-students-earn-local-and-national-recognition) _2026-04-15 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Three Burton Center students were recognized at the national level in the Scholastic Art Awards, the country’s longest-running and most respected program for creative teens. Presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the awards date back to 1923 and draw thousands of entries from across the nation each year. ## [Voting Begins in the DEMOCRATIC Primary?](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2026/04/12/voting-begins-in-the-democratic-primary/) _2026-04-12 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ Why is an extreme right wing PAC called "Ohioans for a Healthy Economy Action Fund" backing candidate Cheryl Perez in the Ohio House race against endorsed Democrat Nicole Sigurdson? ## [RCPS and Carilion Clinic announce a long-term partnership to support CTE](https://www.rcps.us/post-details/~board/district-front-page-news/post/rcps-and-carilion-clinic-announce-a-long-term-partnership-to-support-cte) _2026-03-30 · Chuck Lionberger · District FRONT PAGE News_ Carilion is investing, over a five-year period, approximately $1.25 million in medical instruction provided at the Roanoke County Career and Technology Center (RCCTC), which will open in early 2027. ## [Meeting Minutes: February 2026](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2026/02/08/february-2026-meeting-minutes/) _2026-02-08 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ Minutes of the meeting of the Chagrin Gateway Democrats on Feb. 5, 2026 at the Orange Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library ## [Meeting Minutes: November 2025](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/11/15/meeting-minutes-november-2025/) _2025-11-15 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ Minutes of the meeting of the Chagrin Gateway Democrats on Nov. 6, 2025 at the Orange Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library ## [Meeting Recap: September 2025](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/09/21/meeting-recap-september-2025/) _2025-09-21 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ In November, the Chagrin Gateway Dems heard from Chris Ronayne, our Cuyahoga County Executive. ## [Newsletter – June 22](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/06/22/newsletter-june-22/) _2025-06-22 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ 3,000 Americans...and Absolutely No Kings. Historic day in the Pepper Pike and beyond. Read the June 22, 2025 newsletter. ## [June Meeting Recap](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/06/22/junemeeting/) _2025-06-22 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ June Meeting Recap June Meeting Recap: Chris Gibbs On Thursday June 5 , the Chagrin Gateway Democrats learned about Trump’s War on Farmers when we hosted the Chair of the Shelby County Democratic Party, Christorpher R. Gibbs. Chris Gibbs is a Southern Ohio Farmer who grew up in the Republican Party of Regan and Bush. He rose to Shelby County Republican Party Chair but left in 2014. Gibbs got… ## [Why It Matters: The Constitution](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/05/07/why-it-matters-the-constitution/) _2025-05-07 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ I had the privilege of being a Voting Location Manager at the primary election on May 6th. When I had finished administering the oath of office to my team, (a deeply moving experience, by the way) one of our members piped up “Did the President have to take this oath?” Learn why it matters \>\> ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QE19dYQwwiIs) _2025-05-07 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [May 2025 Meeting Recap](https://www.chagringatewaydems.com/2025/05/02/may-2025-meeting-recap/) _2025-05-02 · chagringatewaydems\_zi61sw · Chagrin Gateway Democrats_ At the May meeting, the Chagrin Gateway Democrats hosted Judge Gayle Williams-Byers who told us that while May 1st may be “Law Day” it should be “Rule of Law Day” as NO ONE is above the law.