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Mary Ellen McIntire

Mary Ellen McIntire

Mary Ellen McIntire is a Governing intern. She is a student at George Washington University.

Almost every state has been sued for not investing enough in education, especially in poorer districts. But localities may be more to blame.
The new app's focus on positive feedback helps cities improve services and boost employees’ morale.
Schoogle, a new app that monitors everything from tablets to trombones, can help districts save time and money.
After long lines turned voters away in November, Connecticut is the most recent state to seek rules and requirements for election administrators.
East Coast cities are expected to experience more hurricanes and more blackouts in the coming years.
But a new contest, where the competition is limited to rural areas, offers a chance for smaller municipalities to realize their economic development plans.