Schools juggling budgets amid rising costs and enrollment declines
Public districts face tighter budgets as costs soar for maintenance, transportation, and fuel while enrollments shrink. The AP survey highlights examples in Jefferson County Alabama, Fresno, St. Louis, Topeka, Milwaukee, Hawaii, Worcester, Seattle, and New Orleans with cuts to staff, security, athletics, and programs yet state aid often fails to keep pace.
Laredo Sees Economic Boom After Gas Discoveries
In Laredo Texas the air base closed two years ago but a gas discovery south of the city has sparked a cautious boom. Landowners collect royalties while bankers and officials debate how broadly benefits will reach non oil workers. Some predict a transformation, others warn of uneven gains and uncertain reserves.
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