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ashevilles council

Asheville may pause data center growth soon

June 6, 2026

The City of Asheville is exploring a temporary halt on new data centers. City staff plans to discuss a framework for this moratorium at a June 16 meeting. If approved by the committee, the full council could vote as soon as June 23. This idea isn’t new in the area. Nearby towns like Boone, Canton,

opinion

Arkansas Embraces AI, but Is It Really Ready?

June 5, 2026

Arkansas has launched its first local magazine that celebrates artificial intelligence. The publication, created by a Little Rock consultant who also runs an AI club, claims to bring the promise of automation and new tech to residents. It paints a picture of AI as a friendly helper that can cut cost

politics

White House Moves European Expert, Shifting Power at the National Security Council

June 5, 2026

The top U. S. Europe specialist is leaving the White House in a week‑long reshuffle that could give Secretary of State Marco Rubio more daily control over national security decisions. Charles McLaughlin, who has led European and Russian affairs for the National Security Council (NSC), is set to depa

business

Bouquet Road Closure Hits Small Shops Hard

June 5, 2026

The city’s plan to build 375 homes on Bouquet Canyon Road has forced a year‑long road shutdown, hurting nearby businesses. Shop owners say the closure cuts traffic that brings customers from southbound Bouquet and northbound Plum Canyon. A local convenience store owner began his business just

environment

Forests Fading: Why Trees Keep Disappearing in Anne Arundel County

June 5, 2026

Back in 1609, when English settlers first arrived, the Chesapeake Bay area was almost entirely covered in forests. Over time, trees were cut down for farms and buildings, especially for growing tobacco. By the late 1800s, farming slowed down in some areas, letting forests grow back. But by 1950, ano

business

Summerville explores a new plan to mix drinks with downtown walks

June 5, 2026

Summerville’s leaders want to turn part of the historic downtown into a spot where adults 21 and older can carry open alcoholic drinks outdoors. The idea is to help local shops and cafés by giving visitors more reasons to wander the sidewalks. Similar zones exist in other cities, and the town hopes

politics

Summerville debates sipping rules for new downtown fun zone

June 5, 2026

Summerville might soon let adults stroll between bars and cafes with a cold drink in hand. The town is weighing a plan that could carve out a small stretch near Highway 17-A as an “open container” pocket. If approved, the zone would run from 10 a. m. until 10 p. m. every day, giving visitors one mor

finance

Who’s Really on the Hook for Water Authority’s Debt?

June 5, 2026

A financial firm once tied to Reading’s water authority has turned the tables by suing the City Council instead of defending itself in a long-running case about bond debt. The twist? The firm now claims council members share the blame for approving loans that later became controversial. This fresh l

crypto

New Rules for Digital Money in America

June 4, 2026

The U. S. government has issued a fresh set of guidelines aimed at shaping the future of digital money and technology. These rules came into force on January 23, 2025, and are still active as of early June 2026. The main idea is to make America a stronger player in the world of digital finance while

education

Simple Start: How a Tiny Town Became a New Tech Hub

June 4, 2026

A small community in the Midwest, once known for its farms and factories, has suddenly risen to attention as a fresh tech hub. Local leaders began the journey by inviting entrepreneurs to share their ideas at community meetings. These gatherings grew into a full‑time incubator that offers free