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Alabama sheriff sues county commission over jail’s mold, ‘health and safety issues’
Autauga County Sheriff Mark Harrell filed a lawsuit Friday against the Autauga County Commission, alleging “negligent or ...
Walker County sheriff files lawsuit against county commission, civil service board over courthouse security deputy transfers
Sheriff Smith believes a recent decision by the commission and the civil service board to transfer three sheriff’s deputies ...
Is design of Thompson Nursery Road safe? Residents tell Polk County Commission no
The approved plan includes bike lanes on the main road and simple sidewalks. Residents have clamored for a separated 8- to 10 ...
Shasta County board to consider dissolving controversial elections commission
The Shasta County Board of Supervisors will meet next Tuesday to discuss the potential abolition of the county's ...
Shelby County Commission faces $1.5 billion decision as Memphis City Council proposes new jail
Memphis City Council member JB Smiley Jr. says he would support a new jail if it was located outside of the downtown area.
Sheriff Nick Smith sues Walker County Commission over hiring authority dispute
Sheriff Nick Smith has filed a lawsuit against the Walker County Commission, alleging that the Commission unlawfully declared ...
MSCS to ask County Commission for nearly $40M ahead of budget season | Education Notebook
The monetary ask is for the upcoming 2026 budget. MSCS is facing a potential shortfall with looming federal government ...
Retiring county manager urges commission to continue infrastructure, capital projects
Frank Abbate on May 15 is ending a 36-year career in Brevard County government, with his retirement as county manager.
Sheriff sues county commission over Autauga County Jail health, safety issues
The [mold] remediation is still not complete,” Sheriff Mark Harrell said, noting the Autauga County Commission has either “denied or ignored” his “numerous requests” for help.