📖 Episode Summary On the August 25th edition of The Steve Hallstrom Show, Steve dives into hot-button issues across the region: a big debate over property valuations and taxes, the state’s push for a new women’s prison, and the ongoing mosquito battle hitting neighborhoods hard. Add in market updates, political developments, and listener perspectives, and you’ve got a fast-moving hour-plus that blends local urgency with national context. ⏱️ Key Moments [00:00] Opening & Headlines – Setting the stage with property tax tensions, a prison proposal, and community updates . [06:45] Property Valuation Disputes – Listeners and officials weigh in on rising valuations and fairness in assessments . [15:20] New Women’s Prison Plans – Debate over funding and siting of a replacement facility . [27:30] Market Updates – Stocks, oil, and crypto moves after Fed comments . [33:40] Mosquito Mayhem – Record trap counts continue; questions about spraying vs. environmental costs . [46:10] Listener Calls – Community members share stories of tax frustrations and neighborhood issues . [59:00] Closing Reflections – Steve wraps with gratitude, a forward look, and key takeaways .