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NEW YORK — The National Black Farmers Association has called on Tractor Supply's president and CEO to step down after the rural retailer announced that it would drop most of its corporate diversity and climate advocacy efforts.

Black farmers’ association calls for Tractor Supply CEO’s resignation after company cuts DEI efforts

Norfolk, VA

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Cheryl E Preston

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

Wyoming State

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A special legislative session is once again on the lips of Wyoming lawmakers. Less than three months after the Legislature voted against a special session to override gubernatorial vetoes, Rep. Mark Jennings (R-Sheridan) is circulating a letter amongst lawmakers that calls for a special session for a different reason.

Lawmaker calls for special session to ‘fight Biden’s war on Wyoming’

The construction industry continues to struggle to retain young workers, which is a problem as Baby Boomers are projected to age out of the workforce by 2030. According to For Construction Pros, the labor shortage remains a major area of concern for many industry professionals, with research showing there are open positions at 85% of construction firms. At the same time, 10,000 people are retiring per day. Because of this, promoting construction careers to younger generations is essential to address the workforce gap and sustain industry growth. This can be done in a number of ways, including early engagement through school programs, developing talent internally, and recruiting underrepresented communities, among other methods.

As Professionals Age Out of the Construction Industry, Young Workers Are Needed to Fill the Gap

The construction industry is at a pivotal moment. With an aging workforce, evolving technology, and a need to adapt to changing demands, the future of construction hinges on the ability to attract, develop, and retain a skilled workforce. With the younger generation largely not realizing what a fulfilling and lucrative career can be had in construction, many challenges exist, such as developing the crucial role of women in the industry and remaining competitive with top-tier talent. Shaping your company’s future for the better will all come down to how these issues are handled.

The Evolution of the Construction Workforce

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Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will hold a public hearing Monday on whether to allow cannabis dispensaries to stay open until midnight. State law allows marijuana dispensaries to stay open until midnight, but some jurisdictions such as Aurora shortened hours to 10 p.m. Council member Curtis Gardner has brought forth the ordinance to lengthen the hours.

Aurora considers midnight dispensary hours

A Dime Saved

In the ever-changing landscape of employment, there are unconventional ways to earn money that often fly under the radar. These under-the-table jobs, also known as off-the-books jobs, offer individuals the opportunity to make a living through alternative means.

12 Under the Table Jobs Not Many People Know About

CHICAGO — At this year’s IMEX Frankfurt, the conference matchmaking platform Conferli shared the findings from its market study on Requests for Proposals (RFP). The study, titled “Shaping tomorrow’s RFP: Insights from association professionals,” reveals an overall sentiment that the traditional RFP process is in need of updating to meet the new and evolving needs of associations and conferences.

Report Finds Associations Seek Long-Term Partnerships and Automation Tools in the RFP of the Future

Thomasville, GA

Vanishing Georgia

The Church of the Good Shepherd was established in 1894 by 27 men and women familiar with the services of the Episcopal church and who wanted a congregation of their own. Members of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, with the full support of Rev. Charles LeRoche, assisted in construction of Good Shepherd. It’s one of just […]

Church of the Good Shepherd, 1894, Thomasville

California State

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Josue Torres

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a collaborative effort with the state legislature to restrict students’ use of smartphones during school hours. This initiative follows a warning issued on Monday from Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy about the detrimental effects of social media on children’s mental health.

California governor moves to ban smartphone use in schools

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Everything in 2024 is moving ahead at breakneck speed. I recently watched Squawk Box, where Cramer interviewed the CEO of Nvidia, who said that almost all technology will need to be replaced to keep up with the latest chips and AI adoption. Quite frankly, I sat there with my mouth hanging open imagining what the world would look like five years from now.

Steps for a Successful Construction Business in 2024

Maine State

Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

21Ninety

Coding is the new frontier drawing more women, especially Black women, into STEM programs. Once seen as the secret language of the elite, coding has transformed into a universal dialect of creativity and problem-solving. Schools, colleges and tech giants are waking up to its potential to level the playing field. With initiatives aimed at teaching… Continue reading 3 Summer Coding Programs Geared Towards Black Girls

3 Summer Coding Programs Geared Towards Black Girls

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Tractor Supply Co. communicated via a press release last week that it is eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion roles; withdrawing carbon emission goals; and walking back support for the LGBTQ+ community as part of sweeping changes to environmental, social and governance initiatives. More specifically, the retailer of home improvement equipment, livestock and agricultural supplies for farmers and pet owners said moving forward it will:

Tractor Supply Co. Eliminates DEI Roles, Pride Support and Carbon Emissions Goals

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – The Department of Labor (DOL) published, June 13, an unemployment insurance weekly claims advance report showing 90,000 California workers lost their job in the last two weeks.

Department of Labor reports over 90,000 California workers lost their job in the last two weeks

Denver, CO

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

Washington, DC

The Independent

 Chris Evans, Mark Kassen, and Joe Kiani will receive the Spirit of Service award for founding the civic engagement platform A Starting Point.The award is given by the nonprofit Partnership for Public Service to “individuals outside government whose work is critical to the goal of a better government and a stronger democracy”. The award ceremony will be held on 11 September at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC.Evans launched A Starting Point in 2020 with Kassen, a filmmaker, and Klani, a tech entrepreneur, and described it as a “bipartisan channel of communication and connectivity between Americans and their elected...

Chris Evans to receive Spirit of Service award for helping ‘build more civically engaged society’

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‘Volunteer Grandparents’ Reaching Children

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HEDC hires new community development director

HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The Hastings Economic Development Corporation has a new community development director. Gavin Gracey, a Hastings native, has been appointed to the role....

HEDC hires new community development director

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