10 Connecticut History Organizations Earn Awards For Advancing Understanding of History

10 Connecticut History Organizations Earn Awards For Advancing Understanding of History

The Connecticut League of History Organizations is recognizing excellence in presenting Connecticut history, honoring the work of 10 history organizations with Awards of Merit. The awards recognize institutions that enhance and advance the understanding of history in Connecticut, and demonstrate the highest professional standards.

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Connecticut Libraries Celebrate Connecticut Libraries

Connecticut Libraries Celebrate Connecticut Libraries

Nearly 140 Connecticut libraries are celebrating National Library Week, inviting people to visit participating Connecticut public libraries across the state. Each library has its own architecture, vibe, and collection to explore and browse, officials explain. The program is open to adults and children, and there are prizes too!

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Deja Vu All Over Again For Legislative Investigations Committee, Brainard Airport Study

Deja Vu All Over Again For Legislative Investigations Committee, Brainard Airport Study

The fate of Hartford’s Brainard Airport and the state legislature’s Program Review and Investigations Committee are once again seemingly intertwined, as was also true nearly six years ago. The next six weeks, and possibly the next six months, may determine what’s next - for either or both.

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State Seeks to Match Students with Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology Careers at Inaugural Event Tuesday

State Seeks to Match Students with Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology Careers at Inaugural Event Tuesday

The first-ever statewide Connecticut Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology (CT MET) Career Fair is being held on Tuesday, April 5, as state officials seek to bolster employment in the manufacturing, engineering and technology sectors, respond to the employment needs of businesses, and retain students graduating from schools across the state, many just weeks from now.

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CT Foundation for Open Government to Honor Judy Woodruff of PBS NewsHour with Freedom of Information Award

CT Foundation for Open Government to Honor Judy Woodruff of PBS NewsHour with Freedom of Information Award

The Connecticut Foundation for Open Government will be honoring veteran journalist Judy Woodruff, the highly respected managing editor and anchor of PBS NewsHour, with the organization’s Walter Cronkite Award in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to government transparency and an informed citizenry.

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Connecticut Has Its First Geographic Information Officer

Connecticut Has Its First Geographic Information Officer

Alfredo Herrera became Connecticut’s first Geographic Information Officer at the start of the year. The position was created by the state legislature to help the state’s Office of Policy and Management with better information for analysis, planning and delivering of services across the state. Geographic information can help organizations and governments make better and faster decisions using data visualization tools.

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