Columbus, OH

TravelNoire

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reached a historic $2.2 billion settlement to compensate Black and other minority farmers who faced years of systemic discrimination in farm lending programs. This landmark agreement will address decades of unfair treatment. It will also provide financial assistance to those affected by discriminatory practices before January 2021.

USDA Announces $2 Billion Settlement For Black And Minority Farmers

POLITICO

Questions about USDA’s response remain as food aid shortages are still hitting tribal populations and low-income seniors across the country.

USDA chief admits ‘mistakes’ as food shortages hit tribal populations, low-income seniors

Alabama State

NewsOne

Biden's administration issued $2 billion to black and minority farmers who experienced mistreatment by the USDA, as announced on Wednesday.
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Black Farmers Granted $2 Billon From USDA To Address Historical Discrimination

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Wednesday $35 million in partner projects with American business owners as part of the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP). Seven projects in seven different states (California, Iowa, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin) will receive grants. The grant amounts range from $776,819 to...

USDA announces $35 million in domestic fertilizer funding

Mississippi State

Salon

The Biden administration made a historic $2.2 billion payout to Black and other minority farmers who faced loan discrimination from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), marking a step towards reconciling a long history of Black-owned farmland. The payouts were made to over 23,000 farmers across the country are an...

After years of discrimination, US makes a historic $2.2 billion payout to Black farmers

Indiana State

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.

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

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

Crystal River, FL

Akeena

One steak dinner that might have left a bad taste recently is Cody's Roadhouse in Crystal River. The restaurant, located at 305 SE US Hwy 19, was temporarily shut down following a state inspection that uncovered a series of violations.

Florida steakhouse closed again due to dead roaches, bad odors, live insects and roaches

The USDA announced changes to the Farm Service Agency’s Farm Loan Programs that take effect on September 25, 2024. The changes are intended to increase opportunities for farmers and ranchers to be financially viable. These improvements are part of the Enhancing Program Access and Delivery for Farm Loans rule.

USDA Updates Farm Loan Programs

Florida State

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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

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

Americans are some of the most overweight people in the world, not just stereotypically but statistically too. In fact, nearly 42% of U.S. adults are obese, and it’s costing us. Unfortunately, the extra pounds have inflated the costs of obesity-related medical treatment to approximately $190.2 billion a year and annual productivity losses due to work absenteeism to around $4.3 billion.

North Carolina City Has Been Named The Fattest City in the State

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Illinois State

There is no application available yet. Only select groups of immigrants will be eligible for relief. It is critical that those who believe they may be eligible for relief consult with a reputable legal organization such as The Resurrection Project or the National Immigrant Justice Center or a private immigration attorney before submitting anything to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), or any other federal agency. People must be on high alert because “notarios” and other bad actors will take advantage of the new developments to personally profit.

Biden’s recent immigration actions provide work permits for some; work permits for all is still the goal

Sarasota, FL

Rusty Bucket, a beloved comfort food chain known for its casual American fare, is closing its Sarasota, Florida location later this month. The Sarasota branch, the only Rusty Bucket in Florida, will shut its doors permanently on August 18. The news, which was confirmed by a bartender at the restaurant, came as a surprise to employees, who learned about the closure just a week ago.

Popular Comfort Food Chain to Close Florida Location Permanently

WASHINGTON, August 29, 2024 – The United States and Canada signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Wednesday to enhance information sharing and enforcement cooperation between their respective communications and privacy regulators: the Federal Communications Commission and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. The MOU underscored the shared...

U.S.,Canada Sign Agreement to Strengthen Cross-Border Privacy

Tune in this Friday, August 30, 2024 at 12 noon - EDT, as Native News Online editor Levi Rickert interviews Assiniboine (Nakoda) and Gros Ventre (Aaniih) Nations of the Fort Belknap Indian Community President Jeff Stiffarm and Tom Rodgers (Blackfeet), President of Carlyle Consulting about the lack of law enforcement on Indian reservations.

Native Bidaské with Tribal President Jeff Stiffarm and Native Advocate Tom Rodgers

Grain Market Trader and Crossroads Coop Manager, Brian Irey says, now more than ever, it's important for producers to be on their toes when it comes to the ag markets and marketing of their grains. “It is going to be a difficult marketing situation here over the course of the...

Grain Trader Cautions Farmers to Stay on Guard

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

What exactly happened at a large gathering of migrants in Aurora last Sunday depends on who you talk to. And a showdown is imminent between City Council member Danielle Jurinsky and the Aurora Police Department, according to Jurinsky.

Migrant mayhem in Aurora? Showdown imminent between PD, council member Jurinsky

Sulphur, OK

SULPHUR, Okla. – The 2024 Chickasaw Historical Society (CHS) Ittafama Ithana (Gathering to Learn) Conference, conducted Aug. 8-9, provided opportunity to honor a longtime culture keeper and learn about tribal food sovereignty, past and present. The annual conference was conducted at the Artesian Hotel. The conference theme, “Cultural Connection...

Chickasaw Historical Society Examines Food Sovereignty during Annual Conference

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced awards totaling nearly $3.5 million to 27 colleges and other commercial driver’s license (CDL) training programs through the agency’s Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) Grant Program. These grants will help improve roadway safety by providing additional training for current CDL holders and creating new pathways for career opportunities as drivers in the commercial motor vehicle industry.

U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Provides Millions to Boost Trucking Workforce Programs

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Congress Intensifies Scrutiny Over USDA’s Handling of Tribal Food Distribution Programs

On Monday, congressional leaders from the powerful Senate and House appropriations committees ramped up pressure on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), seeking answers and swift...

Congress Intensifies Scrutiny Over USDA’s Handling of Tribal Food Distribution Programs

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