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Foley approves $85M budget to keep up with city's growth
SUMMARY: Foley has approved an $85 million budget aimed at facilitating the city‘s growth, as reported by WKRG News 5’s Taylor Boyon. Key projects include a $16 million Public Works facility, a $20 million library and community center, and $5 million for improvements on Foley Beach Express. The budget also prioritizes public safety enhancements, with plans for additional fire stations and increased police department funding. The city will use a recently received safety grant to purchase $500,000 worth of equipment. More than $1 million will be allocated for renovations at the Foley fire station, including staffing increases and 10 new police cars.
To cope with the demands that come along with being one of Alabama’s fastest-growing cities, Foley is planning some major projects following budget approval.
FULL STORY: https://trib.al/SzmkJMs
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I-565 Widening Project Will Alleviate Traffic Congestion | Sept. 19, 2024 | News 19 at 10 p.m.
SUMMARY: A $29 million project by the Alabama Department of Transportation aims to alleviate traffic congestion on Interstate 565, particularly between County Line Road and Water. Set to begin Sunday night, the project will add a third lane to each roadway, addressing peak hour delays and improving overall traffic flow. Though drivers may experience short-term inconveniences, officials believe the long-term benefits will outweigh the drawbacks. With approximately 70,000 vehicles using this section daily, the initiative is deemed crucial as Huntsville and surrounding areas continue to grow. There will be evening lane closures during construction, but no significant impact on the I-565 flyover ramp.
If you’ve traveled westbound on Interstate 565 heading toward Madison, then you’re no stranger to the traffic congestion, but an upcoming project will help change that.
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$10 million in funding to be used for safety improvements on Escambia County roads
SUMMARY: Northwest Florida will receive $10 million in funding to address traffic safety on Fairfield Drive and Pensacola Boulevard in Escambia County, where accidents have become a significant concern. The Emerald Coast Regional Council, partnering with Escambia County, plans to implement improvements such as better crosswalks and lighting in response to nearly 2,000 crashes on Fairfield Drive and over 550 on Pensacola Boulevard between 2019 and 2023. Many of these incidents occurred in low-light conditions. Construction is set to begin in summer 2025 and is expected to conclude by summer 2026, aiming to enhance safety for both vehicles and pedestrians.
$10 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation is coming to Northwest Florida to help reduce traffic deaths on two roads in Escambia County.
FULL STORY: https://trib.al/1YaJZZy
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Blue Apple Books Now Open | Sept. 19, 2024 | News 19 at 6 p.m.
SUMMARY: A new independent bookstore, Blue Apple Books, has opened in Madison, North Alabama. The store offers locally made books and stationery, along with community giving initiatives. The owner shared her inspiration for the bookstore, highlighting the joy of people discussing their favorite books and characters, which fosters community connections. Blue Apple Books plans to host one or two events each month, with the first being a book signing scheduled for tomorrow. The owner’s vision emphasizes creating more opportunities for people to come together over shared literary interests.
There is a new independent bookstore in Madison.
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