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Harrison County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Harrison County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Harrison County commissioners are pushing for a 2-cent property tax hike to pay for inflation and state mandates. If you own a home, you'll see a slight increase of about $15.70 a year for every $100,000 your house is worth, with a final vote happening this Thursday.
Harrison County police just nabbed three more people involved in the recent City Park riot. It’s a clear signal that the city isn't letting this slide and is still hunting down everyone who caused trouble.
The county is struggling to manage Summit Park due to conflicts with the softball league using the space. They are considering handing over full control to the league to avoid further liability.
It’s election day in Harrison County, and it’s time to hit the polls to pick the people who will actually run our city. Don't sit this one out—your vote decides who makes the calls on everything from local projects to your tax dollars.
The Commission approved replacing the courthouse sidewalks and installing a new power pole to support downtown redevelopment.
A local City Council candidate got booted from the ballot, and now they're taking legal action to get back on. This could shake up your options at the polls, so keep an eye on who actually makes the final cut.
Local residents are concerned about the impact of recent sewage rate hikes on seniors and low-income households.
A resident reported that incorrect county records led to an improper tax sale of his property. He is seeking reimbursement for the fees he paid to redeem the land.
Abilene is seeing a spike in accidents involving mobility scooters because our sidewalks and crosswalks just aren't cutting it. It’s time to push the city to upgrade our street lighting and infrastructure before someone else gets hurt.
Early voting is officially open in Harrison County, giving you a chance to skip the Election Day lines and weigh in on local measures. It’s your opportunity to help decide the direction of our community before the final deadline.
Harrison County just put a total ban on outdoor burning, so keep the fire pits and brush piles off-limits for now. It’s all about preventing wildfires, and you’ll get hit with a serious fine if you ignore the rules.
A local Justice of the Peace is out of a job without pay after getting arrested and indicted. This shake-up is going to cause delays and confusion for anyone currently dealing with cases in that court.