Kansas State

College Station, TX

Texas A&M researchers report the potential for the species to contribute to disease recirculation among each other’s populations. Investigators at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) in College Station have discovered that aoudad sheep can catch and spread many of the same respiratory pathogens that regularly impact desert bighorn sheep, which share their habitat.1 These researchers found aoudad sheep to be competent hosts, capable of maintaining and intraspecifically transmitting, Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae and Pasteurellaceae.2 The aoudad sheep shed the bacteria for 53 days following exposure.1,2.

Researchers find shared respiratory pathogens in aoudad, bighorn sheep

NewsNation

These ten jobs are expected to grow the fastest over the next decade, according to new Labor Department projections.

The 10 fastest-growing jobs over the next decade

Crystal River, FL

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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

WASHINGTON, DC—Farmers who experienced losses in 2022 due to almost any natural disaster have until the close of business today to apply for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) through USDA. The deadline (August 14, 2024) comes ten months after local Farm Service Agency offices began accepting the applications amid...

Deadline Today for 2022 Emergency Relief Program Applications

Georgia State

The September issue of Specialty Crop Grower Magazine puts watermelons under the spotlight. Melon 1 is the largest U.S. watermelon grower, packer and shipper in the United States. Founded in 1997, Melon 1 has expanded and provides its customers with a year-round supply of watermelons. Rachel Syngo, new business development manager for Melon 1, highlights what separates Melon 1, which thrives on grower partnerships and brokering.

Sneak Peek: September 2024 Specialty Crop Grower Magazine

Dania Beach, FL

If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

A recent study has estimated that 180,000 workers are needed to complete broadband builds over the next 10 years. By: Deborah Kish, Vice President of Workforce Development and Research, Fiber Broadband Association. A substantial number of people across many fields will be required to build, operate, maintain, and repair the...

Calling all workers! Urgent needs in the broadband workforce remain

Massachusetts State

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

The USDA is pushing for eased tax credit requirements regarding crops used as ingredients in the production of renewable fuels, according to Secretary Tom Vilsack. Current guidance on a subsidy aimed at encouraging production of sustainable aviation fuel — which can be made from ingredients including corn-based ethanol and soybean oil — requires U.S. farmers to adopt a bundling of practices that include the planting of cover crops during the off season and no-till farming. Producers say such demands are sometimes impractical.

USDA seeks easier rules for crops in green fuels

Mississippi State

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Hinds County, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

Gradiant, a water purification startup, recently reached the coveted ‘unicorn’ status following $225 million venture capitalist funding. This breakthrough comes amidst the global quest for sustainable water solutions, marking Gradiant as a key player in the industry. There is an increasing demand for innovative water repurposing and recycling...

Gradiant attains unicorn status in sustainable water solutions

North Carolina State

Edgecombe County, NC

Natron Energy, Inc. announced it will invest $1.4 billion to establish a sodium-ion battery giga-factory at the Kingsboro CSX Select Megasite in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, creating more than 1,000 jobs. The new facility will add to the company’s Michigan-based production capabilities. Natron will receive close to $30 million from...

U.S. Battery Manufacturer Announces $1.4B Production Facility in North Carolina

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

Indiana State

Gibson County, IN

Gary, IN

Lyles Station is a region of Indiana once dominated by Black farmers. The community, located in Gibson County, was founded by free African Americans in the 19th century. (Photo/Scott Olson of Getty Images) This story was originally published by Capital B Gary. John Jamerson knows the value of farming land....

Capital B Gary story: The USDA Is Finally Paying Back Black Farmers. Some Say It’s Not Enough.

Alabama State

Reuters’ Leah Douglas reported Wednesday that “the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Wednesday it has issued $2 billion of financial assistance to more than 43,000 farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced past discrimination in the agency’s farm lending programs.”. “The Inflation Reduction Act allocated $2.2...

USDA Providing $2 Billion In Discrimination Payments

Wyoming State

Buffalo, WY

WyoFile

The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

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

A new material developed by Tohoku University records and stores stress history in structures through a luminescent effect, offering an innovative solution to monitor aging infrastructure without needing power or complex equipment. Identifying deteriorating infrastructure can be as challenging as fixing it. However, researchers at Tohoku University have made this...

New Luminescent Material Could Be the Answer to Crumbling Infrastructure

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-month-old puppy named Enzo who is already over 70lbs! The nonprofit dog rescue explains, "He is a Neapolitan Mastiff/Cane Corso mix (dna tested!) and could be over 150lbs when fully grown." Due to his breeds, his future adopter must have mastiff or working breed experience. "We are not first come, first “get” and will be accepting applications for Enzo for at least the next two weeks while he spends some time getting a head start on basic training with Rise&ShineK9. We will be looking to make the best furever match for this special boy!"

Meet Enzo: The Big Gentle Puppy Looking For Love

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Kansas biomanufacturing initiative receives federal funding

The $7 million federal investment supports the training and education facility at Kansas State University. Kansas State University has announced a $7 million federal investment in...

Kansas biomanufacturing initiative receives federal funding

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