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  • Be Informed! August 4th Primary Elections Sample Ballot August 3, 2026
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Be Informed! August 4th Primary Elections Sample Ballot

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  1. Be Informed! August 4th Primary Elections Sample Ballot
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  3. Vice President Vance Is First VP To Have A Baby In Office In 150 Years
  4. Thayer’s Town Hall Meeting Allowed Citizens To Ask Questions

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How Small Business Owners Can Use Public Speaking to Grow Success

July 25, 2026 Staff

Public speaking skills aren’t a “nice to have” add-on; they’re a practical edge that supports business growth strategies and strengthens the startup success factors that keep opportunities moving.

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America250 Time Capsule Officially Sealed Until 2276

June 23, 2026 Jennifer Thomas

“America’s Time Capsule” is officially sealed and ready for the future. The capsule will be buried at Independence National Historical Park on July 4, 2026. It is set to remain closed until the year 2276. “The capsule will be buried at Independence National Historical Park on July 4, 2026.” Inside The sealed capsule contains many […]

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Be Informed! August 4th Primary Elections Sample Ballot

August 3, 2026 Amanda Thomas

Primary elections are happening Tuesday, August 4, 2026. To be prepared before you go to vote, here’s the sample ballot, along with various town halls and meetings.

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Thayer’s Town Hall Meeting Allowed Citizens To Ask Questions

July 31, 2026

Thayer held a town hall meeting on Thursday. Candidates running for various positions attended, ready to answer questions from the public..

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Thayer Mighty Mites Sign-Ups Are Coming Up On August 1st

July 30, 2026

The Thayer Mighty Mites sign-ups will be on August 1st at the Thayer Elementary School between 9 am and 11 am.

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