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Morris County, NJ

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John Jamerson knows the value of farming land. He is one of the last remaining family members that lives on Lyles Station, the last Black farming settlement in Indiana. As Black farm land — and landowners — evaporate nationwide, Jamerson said maintaining his family’s farm, Legacy Taste of the Garden, is their way of building and continuing a legacy that has spanned nearly five generations.

The USDA Is Finally Paying Back Black Farmers. Some Say It’s Not Enough.

Sag Harbor, NY

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Justin Timberlake had a pricey wristwatch, a vape pen, and over $300 in cash on him when he was arrested on DWI charges on eastern Long Island in June. Law enforcement officers discovered the singer, 43, holding a vape device, a Rolex watch, a gold band, and a wallet containing $306 in bills when he was arrested in Sag Harbor on June 18, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Justin Timberlake had a vape pen, Rolex, and $306 cash at the time of his DWI arrest: police report

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

John Deere has announced its first coulter chisel (CC) tillage implement, as well as new updates to its Minimum Tillage (MT) Series In-Line ripper tillage offerings. “The new CC Series has been developed to give farmers the ability to tackle primary tillage needs faster than before,” says Michael Porter, go-to-market manager for tillage equipment for John Deere. “With working speeds of 7 mph, this is a highly productive primary tillage tool.”

John Deere announces first coulter chisel, updates to minimum tillage

Woodinville, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Massachusetts State

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

As the summer heat begins to wane, August is the perfect time to start planning your fall vegetable garden. Fall gardening can be incredibly rewarding, offering a chance to grow a new set of crops that thrive in cooler weather. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, planning ahead is crucial to ensure a bountiful harvest. This guide will walk you through the key steps to get your fall garden off to a great start, from choosing the right crops to preparing your soil.

How to Plan Your Fall Vegetable Garden in August

This week, we ask Jeff Correa with Pear Bureau Northwest if enough is being done to improve trade conditions for local growers. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com.

Focus On Fruit: 08/29/24

Los Angeles County, CA

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Florida State

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Jacksonville, FL

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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

North Carolina State

Banner Elk, NC

Looking for a great vacation to cool off in the North Carolina Mountains in the summer, see the leaves in the fall or ski in the winter….. Banner Elk is the perfect small town with great amenities and a perfect setting. We set out to find a cool reprieve in the mountains of North Carolina and found The Little Main Street Inn. Oh, what a find! It had everything we wanted and more. It is the best value when you consider all the amenities that it offers.

Mountains of North Carolina: Little Main Street Inn Banner Elk

The manure spreader may be considered by some to be the lowliest of all farm implements. Yet, considering that it was one of the most frequently used implements on many farms and weighing the huge impact it exerted on reducing the back-breaking labor to spread manure across fields, enriching them. and boosting yields, the manure spreader deserves a prime position in the pantheon of farm machinery advances.

Celebrating the history of the manure spreader

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Hull, MA

Get ready, because you're invited to the "best late summer beach party in New England!" The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, is just around the corner and promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2023, this event celebrates the last days of summer and the vibrant community of Hull.

Live Music, Family Fun & More: This Waterfront Festival Has It All!

When I grow pole beans, it’s rare they even make it to the kitchen. I wander by the planting box, in the morning to get the mail or at night coming back from a bar, and pause to pull green beans off the vine. I crunch them between my teeth, the snap and the juice, a true pleasure of summer, second only to plucking ripe cherry tomatoes straight from the vine and into my mouth.

How Cherokee Trail of Tears Beans Connect a Community to Its Roots

We’re always told to make the best out of any situation, no matter how negative it may seem. There is often a positive way to view a situation and transform it into a learning experience. When Ibrahim Sedef faced such a situation, he left no stone unturned to make it a relishing experience. Sedef is an agricultural engineer who has been engaged in beekeeping at his facility in the Yeniay Neighborhood, according to the Turkish outlet DHA. He knew his job and was getting his work done as best as he could until he started having trouble with unwanted intruders. He reportedly saw bears entering his facility and causing damage to his well-kept hives.

Beekeeper saw bears stealing honey from his farm so he cleverly made them a part of his fun experiment

Canadian ‘snowbirds’ like to escape the harsh winter by heading south to warmer climates. Sometimes seeds get to be snowbirds as well, but they don’t get a vacation — they get put to work!. Crop research is a vital but lengthy process to get new varieties...

Choosing the Right Snowbird Destination for Your Seeds can Accelerate Your Research

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4-H Clubs at High View Farms Engage Young Minds & Hearts

More and more local young people are working on four values—Head, Heart, Hand and Health— through fun and engaging programs offered at High View Farms in...

4-H Clubs at High View Farms Engage Young Minds & Hearts

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