Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
Good morning, Framingham.
🎓 Education
WalletHub ranked Massachusetts first in education using 18 measures today and found that over 47% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree while nearly 22% earned a graduate degree.
The Boston-Cambridge-Newton area is among the nation’s top 10 (educational metro) markets.
🌲 Environment
State officials report drought conditions across most of Massachusetts; central areas like Framingham are in a Level-2 Significant Drought despite the recent snowfall.
Residents are urged to reduce water use (by fixing leaks and shortening showers) to help ease low water supplies.
🏛️ Government
Rep. Seth Moulton launched a primary challenge against longtime Sen. Ed Markey, citing a need for fresh leadership + arguing the senator should step aside as he nears 80.
Two other candidates are also in the race for the nomination ahead of the Sept. 1 primary.
🏈 Sports
The Daily News Girls Athlete of the Week poll is open after last week’s win by AMSA’s Jalila Menkari — voters can choose from candidates at local schools until Sunday, Feb.
22 at 6 p.m. to select this week’s winner.
🎉 Framingham Events
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Framingham Home Modernization Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Framingham Public Library — Free entry — Learn energy-saving techniques and financial resources for home modernization.
Home Modernization Navigator Workshop
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Framingham Public Library — Free entry — Get personalized assistance with energy-saving home upgrades in Portuguese.
🏠 Framingham Real Estate
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💼 Framingham Job Board
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📣 Framingham Announcements
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