July 25: Johnston's 'Big Dig'?

1. Johnston's 'Big Dig'?: Well, it may not be on the scale of the recent project in Boston, but a is scheduled to get a formal kick-off, including appearances by Gov. Lincoln Chafee and Mayor Joseph Polisena, this morning at 10 am at the I-295 overpass.

2. Stay Tuned: Was the note above the first time you've heard about the planned groundbreaking? You could have been among the first to know by signing up for our email newsletters. Follow the link and register now, so you don't miss future updates.

3. Pay Up: Do you own a car, house, or business (or combination thereof) in Johnston? Tax bills went out last week — and we've had some and spends money. Add your voice, and let our readers know what you think.

4. Reach Voters: The application and signature-collection phases of this year's election are over. Now it's time for Johnston candidates to introduce themselves to potential voters — and so they can do just that.

5. The Next Rung: Do you remember last year's historic run to the Junior Little League World Series by the Johnston team? On this date last year, , who called herself the squad's "Good luck charm." And it worked — Johnston won both of its games to advance to the state finals.