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Biden's administration issued $2 billion to black and minority farmers who experienced mistreatment by the USDA, as announced on Wednesday.
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Black Farmers Granted $2 Billon From USDA To Address Historical Discrimination

Brace yourselves: A key measure of employer healthcare costs is poised for its biggest annual increase in more than a decade as more people use mental health care and get prescriptions for new, expensive drugs—yes, including Ozempic—according to a new PwC report. For CFOs concerned about employee healthcare...

Get ready for the biggest medical cost hike in 13 years

Job satisfaction varies widely across sectors, the manufacturing industry stands out. Surveys from The Manufacturing Institute indicate that over 80% of manufacturing workers express satisfaction with their jobs, a notable contrast to broader workforce trends where many sectors report declining satisfaction in specific subcomponents​. This overall contentment is further emphasized by Deloitte’s findings, which highlight the benefits of positive workplace practices such as employee involvement in decision-making, robust training programs, and stringent health and safety measures​.

Why Manufacturing Workers Are Among the Happiest

Trust is not always given lightly. But trust in the sharing economy appears to be on the upswing, as a recent survey from Allianz Partners USA shows that more Americans than ever are likely to use sharing economy services while away from home this summer. The survey showed that an...

Trust in the sharing economy at all-time high: Survey

Georgia State

With your Southeast Regional Ag News, I am Haylie Shipp. This is the Ag Information Network. Last week the Biden-Harris Administration announced it has issued payments to eligible applicants under the Inflation Reduction Act’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program, which allocated $2.2 billion and directed USDA to provide financial assistance to farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs prior to January 2021.

USDA to Pay Out in Discrimination Lawsuit

Indiana State

Worker shortages have eased a bit, but companies still look closely at quality of life when choosing a location that will attract skilled employees. CNBC’s annual ranking of state business climates considers quality of life among ten categories of competitiveness. Quality of Life metrics include Crime, Child Care, Health...

These are America's 10 worst states for quality of life in 2024

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The Department of Veterans Affairs predicts it will have a $15 billion budget shortfall, which would put disability, medical, and benefit payments to over 7 million veterans and survivors at risk. The shortfall is attributed to an increase in filing prompted by the PACT Act. For this year, the DVA expects to be $2.9 billion […]

Millions of veteran benefits at risk as VA deals with predicted $15 billion budget shortfall

North Carolina State

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Roxboro, NC

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According to Travel alot, Roxboro, North Carolina, holds the unfortunate title of the most miserable city in the state. Several factors contribute to this designation, including high poverty rates, low median household income, and high crime rates.

North Carolina City Named The 'Most Miserable' In The State

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

FinanceBuzz

Rapid advancements in technology and automation are reshaping the job market. Here are 10 jobs that are likely to disappear in the near future and some tips for those affected.

10 Middle-Class Jobs That Will Likely Disappear

Recent research has examined how Medicare Advantage plans differ on end-of-life care and costs than fee-for-service Medicare. Here are five recent studies on Medicare Advantage:. Medicare Advantage plans available in the most socially vulnerable counties in the U.S. tend to have lower star ratings than those in less vulnerable counties,...

What 5 recent studies found about Medicare Advantage

Florida State

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Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state as a tropical system appears almost certain to develop. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that a tropical wave has a 90% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression over the next seven days. Most models show it moving into the Gulf of Mexico and then coming ashore and crossing the state, possibly moving over Northeast Florida.

Tropical system is nearly certain to develop

Tennessee State

John M. Dabbs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has issued a health alert to clinicians statewide following reports of severe acute illnesses and adverse effects of consuming Diamond Shruumz™ brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. The warning comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of serious health issues linked to these mushroom-containing edible products.

Tennessee Health Alert: Severe Illnesses Linked to Diamond Shruumz™ Products

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Washington is the eighth most regulated state in the nation, according to a new study by the Mercatus Center at George Mason University in Arlington, Va.
                The study found that as of 2023, the Washington Administrative Code, or WAC, contains 201,634 restrictions and more than 18.3 million words.
                The Mercatus Center’s rankings are based on each state’s number of regulatory restrictions. The study notes that full...

Study: Washington state ranks No. 8 in the nation for red tape

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

Colorado State

As 2024 unfolds, LGBTQ+ Americans are moving to states that are not only safe but also welcoming. Here are 15 states that have become popular new homes for the community. California remains a beacon for LGBTQ+ individuals with its robust protections, inclusive healthcare policies, and vibrant community support networks in cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles.

LGBTQ+ Americans Are Flooding to These 15 States

Virginia State

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American families have faced painful financial difficulties the last few years, and a continuous concern of many is the struggle to access high-quality, affordable child care.

We have a bipartisan solution to address America's child care crisis

Data breaches happen all the time nowadays, and they usually involve thousands or tens of thousands of people. When more than a million folks are affected, that’s cause for alarm. However, one of the largest breaches in history just happened, and it compromised the data of nearly 3 billion people. Right now, information about this case is still coming out, so you’ll want to stay tuned for updates.

Nearly 3 billion people just had their data leaked!!

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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Washington State Health Care Cost Survey Results 'Alarming'

A new report finds Washingtonians are worried about the rising costs of health care -- in some cases even avoiding treatment because of the price tag....

Washington State Health Care Cost Survey Results 'Alarming'

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