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Two UVM Medical Center unions authorize strike
Two unions representing thousands of UVM Medical Center employees voted to authorize a strike. Authorization does not mean a walkout has begun.
vtdigger.org · October 4, 2026News
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Slate Valley schools investigate staff data breach
Hackers demanded a ransom after compromising Slate Valley school staff data. Officials said the FBI is involved and the district had not paid the ransom.
vtdigger.org · October 4, 2026News
Innovation hub construction begins at former Draper prison site
Construction began on Convergence Point at The Point development in Draper. The innovation hub is expected to open in 2029 at the former prison site.
utahnewsdispatch.com · October 4, 2026News
Utah attorneys highlight help with protective orders
Utah attorneys highlighted legal assistance available to people seeking domestic violence protective orders, emphasizing support for applicants navigating the court process.
utahnewsdispatch.com · October 4, 2026News
Lake Palestine land planned for future public park
A 650-acre ranch near Lake Palestine is set to become a future public park. The project offers a new recreation prospect in East Texas but is not yet open.
www.texastribune.org · October 4, 2026News
Analysis finds school tax relief for many older Texas homeowners
A state Senate office analysis estimates about 60% of Texas homeowners aged 65 or older owe no school property tax. Other property taxes may still apply.
www.texastribune.org · October 4, 2026News
Tennessee projects major additional SNAP costs
Tennessee could face about $220 million in additional SNAP costs under federal changes. The total includes different phases and depends partly on future payment error rates.
tennesseelookout.com · October 4, 2026News
Tennessee corrections chief leaves after failed execution
Corrections Commissioner Frank Strada stepped down after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The governor paused remaining executions this year and ordered a review.
tennesseelookout.com · October 4, 2026News
Appeals court orders new hearing on petition deadline dispute
The full Eighth Circuit will rehear a dispute over South Dakota ballot petition deadlines, setting aside an earlier panel decision pending further review.
southdakotasearchlight.com · October 4, 2026News
Campaign spending builds around constitutional voting threshold
Campaign activity is increasing around South Dakota’s Amendment L, which would raise the vote required for future constitutional changes to 60%. Voters will decide in November.
southdakotasearchlight.com · October 4, 2026