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Missouri State

Here’s a closer look at the progress and condition of the two crops, along with farmer and climatologist perspectives on where the crop is and where it’s headed. As of Aug. 18, Missouri’s corn is the best in the country. According to the USDA’s Crop Progress report released Monday, 79% of the Show-Me State’s corn was rated good to excellent. That’s the most in those two categories combined of all top corn-growing states.

What’s going on with Missouri’s corn and soybeans?

Iowa State

Kansas, OK

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Heartland Regional Food Business Center are accepting grant applications from small- to mid-sized farmers and food businesses in the central U.S. The first round of Business Builder Grants is worth about $3.7 million, and awardees will receive between $5,000 to $50,000. Only projects...

USDA and Heartland taking applications for $3.7 million food businesses grant

December corn is unchanged this morning. November soybeans are up 3¢. December wheat contracts are lower. CBOT wheat is down 8¢. KC wheat is down 5½¢. Minneapolis wheat is down 2¾¢. Arlan Suderman, chief commodities economist at StoneX, says day two of the Prof...

Soybeans up 3¢ | Wednesday, August 21, 2024

CHICAGO/OTTAWA, Aug 20 (Reuters) - A looming stoppage of freight railway operations across Canada would disrupt North America's agricultural supply chain, snarling shipments of everything from wheat to fertilizer and meat. Unless last-minute labor agreements are reached, both Canadian National Railway CNR.TO and Canadian Pacific Kansas City CP.TO, an effective...

Canada rail stoppage poised to disrupt North American agriculture

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

In 2024, the agricultural economy faces a series of challenges that profoundly affect the market for agricultural machinery. This article delves into the economic factors, the resulting trends in equipment sales, and the outlook for the near future. Declining net farm income. The sharp decline in net farm income is...

How is the current ag economy impacting equipment sales?

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FORT WAYNE, IN - Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, once roamed much of the eastern United States, including Indiana. However, by the late 1800s, these large predators were extirpated from the state, leaving behind only memories and a few place names.

Mountain Lion Sightings Reported in Indiana Despite Said Extinction

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

A woman squeezes the sample liquid on a test strip while carrying out a Covid-19 rapid self test at home. (Photo by Tang Ming Tung/Getty Images) As cases of COVID-19 have increased across the country, there have been more reported cases of the virus in Iowa in recent weeks, according to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

Iowa sees rise in COVID-19 cases as part of national trend

The growing body of evidence that suggests that maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D may be beneficial for preventing and managing RVO. Vitamin D supplementation may play a critical role in preventing retinal vein occlusion (RVO),1 according to the investigators from the Isfahan Eye Research Center, Department of Ophthalmology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.

Study suggests Vitamin D deficiency may increase risk of retinal vein occlusion

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Final government data finds the number of U.S. births falling by 2% last year compared to 2022, continuing a decades-long decline.

U.S. births continue decline, falling 17% since 2007

New York State

Rootbound Homestead

Rural America is experiencing a significant amount of quiet stress. With an eye toward outpacing the current low crop prices, farmers are still concentrated on growing this year's crop. Many of them believe 2024 will go down in history as their worst financial year ever.

What's Happening To Our Farmers: USDA Predicts Worst Financial Year In History

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

North Dakota State

Angels can appear when you least expect them. My current cancer treatments brings to mind several good examples. I received a phone call recently from a number I didn’t recognize. The caller left a voicemail identifying herself as Susan Beckley, a member of the Brookings Pink Ladies. Susan said...

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Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

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Crop tour finds massive Indiana soybean potential, corn at 3-yr high

BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, Aug 20 (Reuters) - Indiana's soybean pod count is the largest seen on the Pro Farmer crop tour in 22 years and the state's...

Crop tour finds massive Indiana soybean potential, corn at 3-yr high

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