Special districts are the most local of local governments: they are community-formed, owned, and governed, and provide highly specialized services.
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Congratulations to the winners of our 2026 national high #schoolstudentvideo contest!
• 1st Place ($2,000) Caleigh M. from Vacaville High School in California @VacavilleHigh
• 2nd Place ($1,000) Emma A. from Ridge Point High School in Texas @RPHS_Panthers10
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The @LowerLoupNRD marked Arbor Day by visiting 20 schools in 14 #NE communities & teaching students about the importance of trees & the holiday's Nebraska roots. The district planted more than 101 million trees since 1972!
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Walnut Valley Water District is using social media to boost public engagement, transparency & trust. Through educational content, including videos & a parody music video, WVWD explained infrastructure & conservation topics.
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The @RideRTD is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the USA & #CO 150th anniversary by partnering with the History Colorado Center to promote transit access to commemorative exhibitions & debut a specially wrapped bus.
More:
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Cannon Beach Rural Fire Protection District made a rescue at Ecola State Park. Firefighters used specialized rope rescue techniques to save a dog stranded on a cliff, working alongside police drone operators. 🐾
More:
oregonlive.com/pacific-north…
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The Monterey County Regional Fire District and @calwater partnered to acquire a DRAFTS unit that recycles water used in firefighter training and equipment testing.
The system is expected to save approx 7.4M gallons of water annually while maintaining full training operations.
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The technology supports emergency preparedness while advancing long-term water conservation efforts.
Learn more:
kingcityrustler.com/monterey…
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The @LeeCoMosquito became the first agency to release sterile mosquitoes by drone, using a Skydio X10 to improve distribution in hard-to-reach areas. 🦟
The initiative targets Aedes aegypti populations through the release of laboratory-raised, sterilized male mosquitoes.
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Fluorescent marking enables researchers to monitor mosquito survival and recapture rates.
Read more: wgcu.org/environment/2026-05…
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The @FireMid88116 & Sunrise Beach Fire Protection District are partnering with other area fire districts to form Project WET, a regional water extrication team designed to improve response to water emergencies.
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The Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission has begun improvements to Maddens Tank, a project designed to strengthen water quality and long-term system reliability. The project includes cleaning and recoating the tank, removing sediment,
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and preventing corrosion — helping extend the tank’s lifespan and support safe, dependable water service across the county.
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🚢 The @PortofEverett and Port of South Whidbey are partnering to launch Harbor Hopper, a new seasonal passenger-only ferry service between Everett and Langley beginning June 4.
Learn more:
lynnwoodtimes.com/2026/05/11…
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Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 9 unveiled new wildland firefighting equipment for the Sam Bass Fire Department, including specialized vehicles and a custom trailer. Officials said the investment strengthens emergency response,
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coordination and firefighter safety as rapid growth and the expanding wildland-urban interface increase wildfire risks across Williamson County.
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Thanks to a grant from the Wildhorse Foundation, Cove Rural Fire Protection District upgraded its handheld radios. Officials said the radios will improve communication, mutual-aid compatibility & firefighter safety.
More:
elkhornmediagroup.com/cove-r…
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The Solano Resource Conservation District is offering free volunteer and environmental education days at the Lake Solano Demonstration Garden for scout troops, 4-H clubs and other youth groups.
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Participants will help with habitat restoration efforts following the 2020 LNU Lightning Complex fires while learning about ecology and conservation through hands-on projects.
Read more:
wintersexpress.com/news/sola…
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Congratulations to Zach S. of South Elgin High School @sehsstorm in South Elgin, Illinois, for a third-place finish in our #StudentVideoContest! Zach's video features the South Elgin & Countryside Fire Protection District!
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Congratulations to Emma A. from Ridge Point High School in #TX for a second-place win in our nationwide 2026 #StudentVideoContest! Emma's video is a great primer for anyone unfamiliar with special districts!
Watch video now: districtsmakethedifference.o…
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Congratulations to Caleigh M. from @VacavilleHigh in California for earning first place in our nationwide 2026 #StudentVideoContest! Caleigh’s compelling video details how special districts process wastewater!
Watch here:
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