Michigan State

Columbus, OH

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?

North Carolina State

Edgecombe County, NC

Natron Energy, Inc. announced it will invest $1.4 billion to establish a sodium-ion battery giga-factory at the Kingsboro CSX Select Megasite in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, creating more than 1,000 jobs. The new facility will add to the company’s Michigan-based production capabilities. Natron will receive close to $30 million from...

U.S. Battery Manufacturer Announces $1.4B Production Facility in North Carolina

Los Angeles, CA

California State

Fox News

California authorities seized more than 2.2 million pieces of fake cannabis packaging they say was being used to get around the state’s legal requirements.

Millions of illicit cannabis packages disguised as children's candy seized in California

A chemical found in rocket fuel, certain plastics and airbags is also prevalent in several food and grocery items, according to Consumer Reports. Tests by the advocacy group discovered that the chemical, known as perchlorate, was detected in measurable levels of 67% of 196 samples across 63 grocery and 10 fast food products. The levels ranged from just over two parts per billion (ppb) to 79 ppb.

Chemical found in rocket fuel detected in fruits, dairy and meat: Consumer Reports

The dairy industry has entered one of the most unique market moments in a generation, according to Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist for CoBank. “Feed prices are shifting to a five-year low, and beef-on-dairy calves are fetching top-of-the-market prices,” Geiger explains. “Those record values on calves are placing a lid on dairy replacement numbers, and that, in turn, has capped milk production.”

U.S. dairy back in driver’s seat

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for ensuring the safety of the U.S. food supply, but a new study reveals that the agency has taken a hands-off approach when it comes to the safety of many additives already in our food. Self-regulation of food additives. Under current regulations,...

Hundreds of ingredients in U.S. foods are potentially unsafe

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

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See what researchers found when they tested a bottle of Fiji Water against a glass of tap water.

Scripps News

The highest levels of the chemical were found in popular baby and kid foods, which can lead to thyroid hormone issues, the report found.

Chemical used in rocket fuel, missiles found in various foods, including baby products, report finds

If you come across brightly colored, cloth-bound books from the Victorian era, you might want to handle them gently, or even steer clear altogether. Some of their attractive hues come from dyes that could pose a health risk to readers, collectors or librarians. The latest research on these poisonous books...

Evidence Stacks Up for Poisonous Books Containing Toxic Dyes

Who would ever think that the cozy corners of your garden could harbor something deadly? Well, it’s time to believe it. Researchers have stumbled upon a tenacious, life-threatening fungus taking cover in the soils of our home gardens. This isn’t any typical garden-variety intruder, so to speak. It is...

Deadly fungus found in garden soils across America

Honeybees have a whopping impact on our planet, much more so than what meets the eye. From pollinating our flowers to aiding in the production of the fruits and veggies we relish, they’re the unsung heroes of our ecosystem. But did you know that their diet plays a crucial role in their daily tasks and survival?

Honeybees need a balanced diet for optimal health

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Colorado State

David Heitz

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

NewsNation

According to a study published in August, merely washing fruit is not sufficient to remove residual pesticides and toxic chemicals.

Washing fruit may not remove pesticides: Study

Food & Wine

Baby food, in particular, had the highest levels of perchlorate.

A Chemical Compound Found in Rocket Fuel Is ‘Contaminating’ Our Food and Water, According to Consumer Reports

Pennsylvania State

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a stern warning to Austrofoods, the Ecuador-based manufacturer of apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches recalled last year after being found to contain dangerously high levels of lead and chromium. The Aug. 9, 2024, warning letter just released by the FDA is part...

FDA issues warning to producer of lead tainted applesauce

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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

Bridge Michigan

NewsBreak

Michigan urgently needs better tests for beach contamination, report finds

A green flag flying on a Great Lakes beach does not necessarily mean it’s safe to swim. Checking beach monitoring websites like BeachGuard is not a...

Michigan urgently needs better tests for beach contamination, report finds

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