Missouri State

Monroe County, MO

As executive director of the Missouri Beef Industry Council, Sydney Thummel works to promote the beef industry through education, promotion and research. Those efforts include consumer education, like learning about where food comes from and ways to prepare beef. Among other things, Thummel has hosted cooking demonstrations at the Missouri...

Council shares information on beef’s versatility

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Brigid Pfeifer

He may have never landed a breakout role, but his career has held an impact nonetheless. Yesterday, it was revealed to the public and media outlets that actor Tom Bower has passed away. He was 86 years old.

'The Waltons' and 'Die Hard 2' Actor Dies at 86

The Spun

Former Mississippi State outfielder Brylie St. Clair has traded in her college jersey for a professional uniform.  Last month, St. Clair signed a deal with the Texas Monarchs. The newly-formed franchise competes in Women's Pro Fastpitch. "We are extremely proud of Brylie continuing ...

Photos: 'World's Hottest Softball Player' Going Viral In New Uniform

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

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

Etiquette and Miss Emily Post once frowned upon females who sat gap-legged in public. In Virginia, books in school libraries, teen magazines, and older females often suggested that young ladies cross their legs at the ankle while seated.

"Cross your legs at the ankle young lady" is not totally forgotten today

Kansas State

Montana State

In 2022, a University of Wisconsin study claimed that U.S. farmers had converted several million acres of pristine grassland and other “semi-natural areas” to cropland. Researcher Tyler Lark said that was in response to the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol production. Two years later, another study by Lark shows a different result. Using satellite imagery from the 2022 study, the newest one in March showed that between 1986 and 2018, over 30 million acres of cropland were abandoned and transitioned into grassland, permanent pasture, forest, shrub land, wetlands, or urban areas. That timeframe encompasses a period of rapid growth in ethanol production.

Thirty Million Farm Acres Abandoned Since 1986

Saint Johns County, FL

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

SNAP benefits have helped millions of low-income households across the country to meet their groceries and basic needs. This program provides essential support for individuals whether for elderly people, single parents, or even for small and large families with children. However, the food stamp payment amount that individuals receive can...

SNAP Benefits Highest Payments: Food Stamp Differ Across the US With Benefits Soaring Up to $445 Per Person

Illinois State

Arcola, IL

ARCOLA, Ill. — Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Arcola, Illinois, gives people a chance to get close to animals not usually seen in Illinois forests or farms. The attraction is 40 acres, with half of it is a drive-thru experience and the other half walkable. James Aikman, president of Aikman Wildlife Adventure, said the attraction began construction in September 2015 and the drive-thru opened in March 2016.

Illinois site brings people up close with animals

The National Black Farmers Association on Tuesday called on Tractor Supply President and CEO Hal Lawton to resign, following the retailer’s decision last week to nix its diversity and climate goals. On Thursday, the retailer announced it will eliminate all its diversity, equity and inclusion roles, withdraw its carbon-emission...

Black farmers call on Tractor Supply CEO to resign following diversity about-face

Daily Mail

The as-yet unnamed woman reportedly claimed to be sober but was described as a 'walking pharmacy' who would help the Friends star obtain ketamine.

Second female celebrity is linked to Matthew Perry drug death in bombshell report about their shared ketamine addiction

The group says farming has not been given enough prominence during the general election campaign.

Farmers light bonfires to send election message

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The zodiac signs that are perceived as lazy are those who are prone to procrastination. Such individuals love to work at their own pace and sometimes delay the delivery of assignments or tasks. People who love their comfort zone are sometimes seen as lazy people since their work rate is not as high as others.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Lazy

A painting described as a masterpiece which was found in a plastic bag after being stolen has sold for £17.6m at auction. Rest On The Flight Into Egypt, painted by Venetian master Titian when he was aged just 20 in 1510, was sold by London auction house Christie's. The...

Masterpiece found in plastic bag sells for £17.5m

Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

Even though there are concerns for the corn crop in the Northern Plains with excessive rains and flooding in parts of the region, overall, the U.S. corn crop appears to be in good condition and prices are reflecting that. “Corn may be winning some awards for the worst commodity ever...

Corn prices reflect good condition of crop

Pennsylvania State

WTAJ

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bill that would benefit farmers, veterans and sportsmen in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate, according to Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35). Senate Bill 916 was approved on Wednesday, July 3 and is headed to the governor for his signature. The bill authorizes farmers to make deliveries directly to homes using […]

Senate passes bill that would benefit farmers, veterans

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Missouri farm kid shares ‘family passion’

Editor’s note: This is part of a series on youths in our states who are active in their own or their family’s livestock business. Growing up...

Missouri farm kid shares ‘family passion’

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