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Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Augusta School Board, activist, reach settlement in First Amendment lawsuit (wabi.tv) — An Augusta resident and the Augusta Board of Education have reached a federal court settlement over how public comments are handled at school board meetings. The board agreed not to enforce parts of a repealed participation policy, to pay symbolic damages, and to cover some legal fees, clarifying how residents can speak at future meetings.
2. Spectrum Generations Celebrity Chef Challenge Returns to Augusta (ultimatemaine.com) — An October 5 Celebrity Chef Challenge at the Augusta Civic Center will bring three Maine chefs together for a food competition that raises money for Spectrum Generations' Meals on Wheels and other services. Augusta residents can buy tickets or tables, enjoy live music and a silent auction, and help spotlight downtown communities across Central Maine while supporting older adults.
3. UMaine System projects 10-year high in enrollment as classes begin (pressherald.com) — Students in Augusta are part of a milestone year as the University of Maine at Augusta welcomes its largest-ever incoming class of first-time, first-year students, boosted by a free-tuition offer for most Pell-eligible Mainers. Across the UMaine System, enrollment is projected to hit a 10-year high, with strong growth in adult-focused, online, and graduate programs statewide.
4. Maine legislators urge MaineHealth to reassess closure of Lincoln Hospital's maternity unit (newscentermaine.com) — State lawmakers meeting in Augusta are pressing MaineHealth to reconsider closing Lincoln Hospital's Miles maternity unit and are exploring ways to stabilize maternal care, especially in rural areas. After a public forum in Augusta, the committee also asked state leaders for emergency funding to keep key community health services operating while they craft longer-term legislative solutions.
5. How to prepare for higher home energy costs this winter (wmtw.com) — From Augusta, utilities and advocates are urging residents to prepare now for higher winter energy costs by applying for HEAP and related assistance programs. Augusta-area CMP customers are encouraged to explore income-based credits, usage alerts, and flat-rate billing options so they can avoid disconnection risks when cold weather drives up electricity and heating bills.
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