Community Development
Community Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies, focusing on improving the quality of life in communities through economic growth, housing, and social services. By fostering strong, vibrant communities, governments can address poverty, unemployment, and access to resources. This directory provides articles on community development and related topics like Economic Development, which explores strategies for job creation and attracting investments that drive regional growth.
The grants will test incentive strategies to help SNAP participants better afford fruits and vegetables
Central Park through the Conservancy maintains a robust social media presence — pushing out different types of content depending on the platform
Texas Tribune analysis shows schools still are grappling with the fallout from the lean budget times even as the Legislature restored a majority of the cuts
In Cameron Park, a KB Home neighborhood is marketing fire-resistant construction and ember-blocking design as a way to reduce wildfire danger and improve insurability
The five-day conference aims to improve transparency, officer safety and public trust through structured training and workshops
The OC Bomberos nonprofit has awarded more than 40 scholarships to help aspiring firefighters, EMTs and paramedics afford academy and medical training
Lisbon-Mount Vernon Ambulance Service is asking voters to approve a new EMS district funded by a property tax levy to add full-time staff
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Troy PD turned to podcasters and influencers to connect with younger applicants — a strategy that’s showing signs of success
Orlando is “using smart city technologies so systems can talk to one another”
After a 2001 tornado tore the station’s roof off, the Caddo-Midway Volunteer Fire & Rescue District installed an eight-person safe room
The American Heart Association’s 2025 update to CPR and ECC introduces new algorithms and protocols aimed at boosting EMS and bystander effectiveness
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