North Carolina State

Columbus County, NC

Columbus, OH

The Independent

 The National Black Farmers Association called on Tractor Supply's president and CEO Tuesday to step down after the rural retailer announced that it would drop most of its corporate diversity and climate advocacy efforts.The resignation demand emerged as Tractor Supply, which sells products ranging from farming equipment to pet supplies, faces a deepening backlash over its decision, which itself came after conservative activists spoke out against the company's work to be more socially inclusive and to curb climate change. In a public announcement last week, the company said it would eliminate all of its diversity, equity and inclusion roles,...

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

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Bellingham Metro News

Brentwood, TN – Tractor Supply Company (TSC) has announced a series of strategic changes aimed at bolstering its dedication to rural America and aligning its operations with its core business objectives. This move follows customer outrage and aims to ensure the company's values resonate more closely with the communities it serves.

Tractor Supply Announces Overhaul to Reaffirm Commitment to Rural America following controversy

Vermont State

In 2022, around 1.29 million women worked in construction in the United States, accounting for 10.97% of the industry, according to the 2022 American Community Survey. According to analysis from the National Association of Home Builders, within the construction industry, women are more likely to be found in such occupations as office and administrative support, management, business, and financial operations. Only 2.8% of women in construction work in actual trade roles. Increasing the number of women in construction could help address the current labor shortage problem. This post focuses on the number and the share of women working in construction across different states.

See which 3 states lead in hiring women in construction, trade roles

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

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

Denver, CO

David Heitz

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

LONDON — Hanover Communications has appointed former Labour communications chief and political journalist Patrick Hennessy as a senior director, as the UK gears up for a probably change of government this week. Hennessy (pictured, centre) advised the leader of the opposition and shadow cabinet under Ed Miliband, as deputy...

Hanover Appoints Former Labour Comms Chief As Senior Director

Georgia State

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Douglas City, CA

Daily Coffee Press

This afternoon, Kentaiwon Durham, the Douglas City Commissioner of Ward 2, entered a guilty plea for wire fraud in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia. Consequently, Durham is mandated to resign from his position as a city commissioner.

Georgia City Commissioner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in $20K PPP Fraud Scheme

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

A B Graphic International (ABG) has installed advanced finishing solutions at Nordvalls, a top label supplier in Scandinavia. The move has enabled Nordvalls to meet the increasing demands of digital printing with enhanced efficiency and speed. Nordvalls offers a wide range of adhesive labels, including multi-colored and specialty labels. In...

ABG helps Nordvalls increase productivity

The Hanover’s 2024 Home Maintenance Report, conducted by The Harris Poll, highlights significant gaps in homeowners’ maintenance routines. As severe weather events become more frequent and the costs of property claims rise, homeowners’ proactive risk prevention is crucial. The survey, conducted among 1,126 homeowners nationwide, reveals that many neglect basic upkeep tasks that can prevent costly damages.

Homeowners’ Maintenance Gaps Revealed: Key Safety Tasks Often Overlooked

Wyoming State

WyoFile

WyoFile has acquired a photograph of a lynx in Wyoming, a landmark observation of a species currently considered absent from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Star Valley resident Jason Reinhardt, an avid houndsman , came across the animal while mountain lion hunting the southern Gros Ventre Range in February 2022. There was no doubt in his mind what it was: a tom lynx, judging by its blocky head.

Rare wildcat documented in the Yellowstone region for first time in a decade

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DeanLand

When it comes to living a longer life in Georgia, location matters. And living in one of Georgia's top counties for longevity can add up to 13 years of extra life expectancy as compared to its bottom-ranked counties.

Huge Life Expectancy Gap Revealed Between Georgia's Urban, Rural Counties

Buford, GA

There's been a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in Northwest Georgia over the past 30 days. And, yes, some of it likely has been in the barn. A total of six earthquakes have been recorded in the northernwestern portion of the state over the past 30 days, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS).

6 Earthquakes Shake NW Georgia in 30 Days

Farrington’s appointment comes at a time of momentum for White & Case’s antitrust team, which has recently secured notable victories, including in the Bystolic antitrust litigation and a major win for pharmaceutical giant AbbVie. Rebecca Farrington brings experience to her new role, with a practice that spans government...

White & Case Appoints Rebecca Farrington as Co-Head of Global Antitrust Practice

Colorado State

Aurora, CO

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

The Denver City Council finally got an answer to members’ queries about how much, exactly, the mayor’s All in Mile High program to end homelessness has cost so far. According to council member Amanda Sawyer, who chairs the Finance and Governance Committee, the city will have spent $155 million during an 18-month span from July 15, 2023, to Dec. 21, 2024.

Denver mayor’s homeless shelters cost taxpayers $155 million

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

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?

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NCEDA selects Lanier as new president

Gary Lanier, the executive director of Columbus County Economic Development, is the new president of the N.C. Economic Development Association for the 2024-2025 term. The organization...

NCEDA selects Lanier as new president

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