I really want my IG to have an aesthetic and a theme, but I’m becoming convinced that the theme is “had an idea and couldn’t not post it”

Part 2 - why I pulled the Affordable Housing funds from the consent agenda.

BOS recap! Update on zoning, smart scale, and my take on the budget. Part 1 sped up for Bluesky limitations; full, slower version at IG - www.instagram.com/reel/DVg2Jsr...

Things are hard and times are tough right now. But we have an opportunity to come together as a community and support each other to make sure everyone has enough to eat. If you are able, our local food pantries can really use donations.

We just had our first board meeting today and if you’re curious about what happened, here’s the scoop in about 90 seconds! 1. Approved the hiring of a new fire chief 🚒 2. I will be sitting on the Chamber Public Policy and Regional Transit Authority boards 3. Appointed a planning commissioner!

What happened last night at our short BOS meeting!

oh no, I thought of a fun series to make since it’s about to be budget season…🎄🤑

Look who has her own Friday 5:00 news dump 😅. BOS recap for May 20th! Talking about housing updates, wanting recreational usage added to rural road consideration, and the idea of a rental inspection program.

3 things I learned from the first budget work session yesterday. The next one is tomorrow!

You know how Albemarle has so many reports……what if they were a football team? 🏈 I actually put too much thought into this 😅

Always fun at Flare 💥 As a previous hospitality staff member, The America ppl do not want to be served this BS anymore. And

Major announcement: talks of a potential 0% income tax are gaining attention. Here’s what’s being said and why everyone is watching this closely. #IncomeTax #TrumpNews #MoneyTalk #FinancialFuture #USPolitics

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Christopher Laskaris was autistic and murdered aged 24. His mother, Fiona, begged local authorities for help but was ignored as he was presumed to have had mental capacity. In my maiden speech I pledged to help Fiona in changing the law so that the lives of others are saved. 1/2

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“Do. Not. Trust. Us. This is the end of the affair.” Historian @marcishore.bsky.social joins @peteryork.bsky.social to talk fear, history and the US moral abyss – from fascism and shameless politics to Trump, Putin, Ukraine and Europe’s dangerous denial. 🎧 Listen: podfollow.com/peter-yorks-...

Today's DAVELY VIBE: Take And Bake Daily rhyming banter for a healthier body and a happier grin. . . . #shorts #fitness #vibe #workout #gym #workoutmotivation #fitnessgoals #orlando #florida #musclebuilding #sports #sayings #quotes #fitnessinspiration #activeliving

Sabrina Ionescu being back >>> #WNBASky #SkyHoops

#OTD in 2013, Arjen Robben's late goal dramatically ended Bayern München's UEFA Champions League final misery after a thrilling all-German contest against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley 🏆🔴 🇩🇪 Dortmund 1-2 Bayern 🇩🇪 #UCL #BVBFCB | May 25, 2013

Seee you tomorrow 🏟💛💙 #stadioenniotardini #parma

"When a family member, waiting anxiously in the arrivals terminal, attempted to cross a barrier to embrace their loved ones, the Ertzaintza (Basque autonomous police) suddenly and shockingly responded with violence."(Thiago Avila) #Spain #Basquecountry #GlobalSumudFlotilla

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Some slight jank with the arm retargeting, but otherwise NOT BAD at all for a first test of the motion capture gear! I already love this thing. #blender #lowpoly #starwars #bobafett #mandalorian #mocap #motioncapture #rebocap

There is nothing Trump dislikes more than bad ratings. Kristi Noem getting fired is more evidence that we have power, and we have to use it.

Freelance photographer Tim Smith set out on a mission to document some of nature's hardest working insects — bees. Canada is home to more than 800 species of wild bees, but they're under threat from pesticides, invasive species and climate change.

TSA plans exist to pay agents as early as Monday morning, March 30, amid the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown. White House Border Czar Tom Homan says many continue to work without pay while members of Congress remain on a paid vacation.

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@ronensteinke.bsky.social : "Heute hat der Verfassungsschutz den Auftrag, der Regierung zuzuflüstern, was sich in der parlamentarischen und außerparlamentarischen Opposition so tut. Leute, die legal am politischen Prozess teilnehmen, müssen damit rechnen, dass der Verfassungsschutz schaut, wie 1/2

Darby Allin vs Konosuke Takeshita on Dynamite was my favorite match this week. 15 minutes of punishment, Takeshita refused MJF's Diamond Ring, Darby retained via Coffin Drop. Title scene firing on all cylinders. Full breakdown on BC Wrestle Pod Network. 🎙️ https://linktw.in/aFAzXB #AEW

We've got a few rain chances in the forecast for this weekend. I've got the latest details below! #arwx #ARStormTeam

After apologizing to her fans, Fiza Ali did the same with her husband in London. #ChiknChameli #FizaAli

Happy Easter, Tamers! We went egg hunting and only managed to find this one, but it cute so it's okay. Temtem: Swarm 1.0 launches tomorrow, and you're invited! Find your own eggs and hatch new Tems to defeat the swarms with, on Steam, Steam Deck and PlayStation 5! 💻 crm.gg/dqt89 🎮 crm.gg/mhqwf

Everyone loves playing with water. 😺 #cat #water #bath

Everyone’s talking about Web3. We’re here for the conversations that actually matter. 🎙️ Raw. Real. Unscripted. 📍 Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 #WhyScripted #Web3 #Crypto #HKWeb3 #Blockchain

This corrupt slush fund Trump created to give payouts to his allies, including the violent attackers who beat police officers on January 6th, isn’t a settlement. It’s theft.

When asked for a comment about the promoters Buckaroo has this to say…

It’s time to learn about all of the top polling Democratic candidates, stay engaged, get excited, & figure out who’s in this race for CA Governor & what do they plan to do for all of you. We attended the Xavier Becerra Town hall in Los Angeles. Primary ballots mailed May 4th. Election Day June 2nd.

50 Cent donated a massive $35,000 to cover end-of-life expenses for Rob Base’s family, fans were completely blown away by his sudden generosity. #robbase #50cent #hiphop #generosity @50cent.bsky.social

Nashville/Madison Area- A crash on I-65 northbound near Briley Pkwy 4:55pm CT. Get Instant Tennessee Traffic Information Right Now With Commander Chuck's “LIVE” Traffic Video. Saving you Time and Gas Money. commanderchuck.net

Item 39 is a step forward, bringing the Community Development Commission into the rezoning application process for properties with existing multifamily and affordable housing. At the end of the day, it’s about how Council approaches these decisions. #DavidForATX #AustinHousing #ATX

Have a riff stuck in your head? Now you can create a song in @GoogleFlowMusic. 🎵 (1/2)

#Monkeys of #Brazil, blonde #capuchins 🐒 are super smart and rub millipedes into their fur as an bug repellent. #PalmOil #meat and the illegal #pet trade are threats. Be #vegan for them 🥕🍆🧅 and #BoycottPalmOil 🌴🪔🧐🚫 #Boycott4Wildlife @palmoildetect.bsky.social wp.me/pcFhgU-a9q

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Garachico e Icod de Los Vinos, en Tenerife, acogen estos días la edición número 28 del Festival Internacional de Cine Medioambiental de Canarias.

63 years after the Equal Pay Act, we’re still fighting to be paid what we deserve. We demand equal pay now!

Stay humble Gabriel

Somethings going on---maybe it's the protestors at the bridge.

IT’S HERE The UFC & Trump Phone 😂🤣

🙏 Appreciate the callout! Always love seeing the creativity this community comes up with.😆

‘Aiden Lewis Octet 4: Bravado’ by Yvonne Marrs As Aiden struggles, Nicole decides to publish their books herself as she is unable to fulfil any company's demands - and unwilling to put anything in front of her husband’s health. books2read.com/al4 #readyvonnemarrs #AidenLewis #2026yearofreading

Is butt kissing Mikey Johnson saying that since tRump and his family is committing corruption out in the open that it's okay?! GTFOH!!

❤️ 🧲 CMR-derived RVEF predicts outcomes across heart diseases, but strong evidence holds only for HCM, DCM, PH & AS—more data needed for the rest. pdf 👉 www.journalofcmr.com/article/S109... Dr. Tetsuji Kitano explains below 👇 #WhyCMR

Where are the 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Welsh net zero hotspots? ✅ Wrexham ✅ Pembrokeshire ✅ Rhondda ✅ Cynon Taf ✅ Newport Net zero-related industries contribute £4BN in Gross Value Added (GVA) and support over 41,300 jobs

Chilling details emerged today about the Canadian government’s inaction as Israel kidnapped and abused Canadians bringing aid to Gaza. Israel shot at them, beat them, stabbed them, and left them for dead. One activist called the Canadian consulate between Israel's attacks -- but no help came:

THERE IS NO GREATER FRAUD THAN A PROMISE NOT KEPT This isn’t just about 🇺🇦 It’s about every ally watching this unfold Why would any nation ever trust 🇺🇲 assurances again if they vanish the second it becomes inconvenient? Trump doesn’t just weaken 🇺🇲—he makes the entire 🌎 more dangerous Thread 3/3🧵

Of course, Trump won't give up on his $1.8bn fund for Jan 6 rioters (ultimately, we suspect, for himself). He's never accepted a no, certainly no democratic decision (Jan 6 alone is evidence enough). He'll rename it & try again, with less publicity, more lying, better arm-twisting. Jon Karl for ABC:

#SteyerTheLiar Billionaire Steyer's current investments and lies he tells in his quest for power⤵️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 @kaitlyndoespolitics on IG: instagram.com/reel/DY_uhKXhDl9/

Evaluating the Titans' o-line going into the 2026 season. Episode 401 of Touring The AFC South is available NOW! Link: www.youtube.com/live/fIUIP_F... #Titans #NFL