Local governments are under significant fiscal pressure due to rising inflation, deferred maintenance and infrastructure investments, staffing shortages, and constituent demands for digital services.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Staff, families and community members will have opportunities in the coming months to shape a new ...

It has been said that if you are not planning to succeed, you’re planning to fail. A lack of planning will lead to the demise of an organization, especially the fire service. Strategic planning is one ...

The College of Science strives to prepare the next generation of scientists for greatness. The 2025-2030 strategic plan focuses on four key areas: Research, Education, People and Infrastructure, and ...

The Columbia City Council and city staff are starting the process to update the city's strategic plan. The council in a work session Monday, Oct. 6, prior to the council's regular meeting will begin ...