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Climate change has driven farmers to desperation and all we get is callous contempt | Sophie Amour
Mhe husband left the farm we have worked so hard on since 2007. He says, “I can’t take it anymore. He needs time to rest and heal. I don’t know what this means for my marriage or if I can manage this farm on my own. Will he sell the only stable home I have …
Farmers will reach Prime Minister’s residence if expelled from Delhi borders: Charuni
Charuni’s reaction came amid growing tension at farmers’ protest sites after Delhi police allegedly removed barricades to facilitate vehicle movement, following the Supreme Court’s recent observation that protesters did not cannot block public roads indefinitely. Farmer leader Gurnam Singh Charuni has warned the Center and state governments of serious consequences if an attempt is made …
Urban transplants threaten to cost Southern California desert dwellers dearly
MORONGO BASIN, Calif .– Along a dusty highway that winds through the Southern California desert, Eric Wilson makes a list of fruits and vegetables available at his nearby farm. He’s been selling kale, lettuce, tomatoes and other locally grown produce since April at Morongo Valley Fruit Market, a small grocery store he and his wife …
Our community: Appeal for a young poet laureate, mental health assistance for first responders
The City of Victoria is seeking nominations for next year’s Young Poet Laureate. The City of Victoria is seeking nominations for next year’s Young Poet Laureate. Established in 2013, the role of the Young Poet Laureate is to reach out to vulnerable youth populations, develop a community youth poetry event, and encourage peer education through …
Vaughn Ellsworth Miller | Obituary
ELIZABETHTOWN – Vaughn Ellsworth Miller, 98, of Masonic Drive, formerly of Millersburg, passed away on October 17, 2021 at the Masonic Villages. He was fortunate to enjoy good health, a clear mind and artistic creativity until the few weeks before his death. “Duffy” (as most people knew him) was born November 28, 1922 in Carey, …
Opportunities abound for the growth of local agritourism – Sterling Journal-Advocate
In Vermont, tourists can visit several maple orchards, tour the facility that produces the famous maple syrup, and purchase farm produce. Farmers’ markets open every summer and fall across America, bringing fresh produce, eggs, milk, and meat straight from the farm to the consumer. And in the highlands of Colorado, ranchers guide athletes to some …
Power companies’ plans to develop wind and solar in the eastern plains meet local headwinds – The Fort Morgan Times
By Sam Brasch, RCR News For years, Lacie Harman has watched wind turbines come closer to her home in the eastern plains of Colorado. The White Towers now dot the Limon Prairie north to the Wyoming border, but have ignored Washington County, where his family has farmed and ranched for five generations. Harman tries to …
Farmers protest as TRA collects crop income tax
Speaking to reporters here Thursday, leaders of six cooperative unions in Mtwara, Lindi and Ruvuma regions said they had received a letter from TRA urging buyers to withhold 2% of cashew sales. Karimu Chipola, President of the Tandahimba Newala Cooperative Union (TANECU) said this new tax is bad news because it came against a backdrop …
Farmville haunts, educates the city with the first Ghost Walk
FARMVILLE, NC (WNCT) – The weekend is here and that means it’s time for Halloween and all of its festivities. The residents of Farmville celebrate by walking through the haunted downtown area as part of the 2021 Farmville Ghost Walk. The event, hosted by the Farmville Community Arts Council, runs through Saturday from 6 to …
Former Waterville City Manager Roy to Receive Top Mid-Maine Chamber Award
Former Waterville City Manager Michael Roy, presented at City Hall in 2019, will receive the Distinguished Community Service Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will hold its annual awards ceremony on Thursday. Michael G. Seamans / Morning Sentinel File WATERVILLE – Michael Roy, who served as municipal manager of Waterville for 16 …
3 farm laws will also be withdrawn soon: Rahul after cops start removing barricades at protest site
On Friday, Delhi police began removing barricades and accordion wires they had put up at the agricultural laws protest site in Ghazipur, on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border. After Delhi police began lifting barricades at the farmers’ protest site in Ghazipur, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Friday that the three “anti-farming” farm laws would also …
Make it your own | News, Sports, Jobs
-Photo of the messenger by Kelby Wingert Belinda and Frank Green sit on the front porch steps of their farm in rural Webster County, near Burnside. Frank Green purchased the 107-year-old house and the 38 acres of land it sits on in 1993. Not much has changed outside of Frank and Belinda Green’s farm since …
UTSA and ITC Students Create Digital Exhibit Commemorating Day of the Dead | UTSA today | UTSA
Students of the course explore the cultural and psychological themes of the customs of mourning and remembrance and examine the commodification and commercialization of tradition. They worked alongside the ITC exhibition coordinator Cristina Winston, specialist in museum education and awareness Kirstin cutts and web developer Jenny gonzalez on the experiential learning project. “The course and …
GTFO It’s Vegan formalizes its affiliate relationship with the Blue365 member savings program of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Oct.28, 2021 / PRNewswire / – GTFO It’s Vegan has formalized its affiliate relationship with Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and its Blue365 member savings program. Blue365 is a program committed to providing Blue Cross Blue Shield members with easy access to savings on top notch products and services. The program is …
Agroforestry and direct sales in carbon negative farm plans
Reducing carbon emissions is a key goal for Hampshire farm manager and farmer in transition Andy Bason, who says it will improve profitability and benefit the environment. Mr Bason has devised a series of short, medium and long term goals as he strives to develop a truly sustainable farming business – including 600ha of combinable …
Murphy’s second takedown video says already public information is withheld
TRENTON – Project Veritas has released a second hidden camera video of Gov. Phil Murphy’s campaign aides, this time discussing helping unauthorized immigrants – without revealing anything that hasn’t already been made public or recognized by Murphy. In a video, Senior Hispanic Outreach Campaign Advisor Wendy Martinez is shown saying that $ 40 million in …
Running with the great Deere
In an effort to maintain its enviable 34-year labor peace period, Deere & Co. and United Auto Workers recently announced a deal to raise workers’ wages by 20% over five and six years, Deere said, in order to keep the iconic green and yellow machines coming out of its 11 assembly lines and three distribution …
Kalamazoo leaders and organizations honored at ISAAC virtual banquet
KALAMAZOO, MI – Reverend Michael Eric Dyson will be the keynote speaker at the ISAAC Virtual Banquet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 11. Interfaith Strategy for Advocacy & Action in the Community will broadcast the event “Seizing Change at the Root: Growing the Beloved Community” on Facebook and YouTube Live, starting at 5:30 pm …
REALTOR® Educator Stephanie Walker Honored State and Nationally
Stephanie walker [submitted] The Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® (OBAR) REALTORS® is delighted to announce that member Stephanie Walker, of Stephanie Walker & Associates, has recently been recognized as Educator of the Year by the North Carolina Real Estate Educators Association (NCREEA) and the Association of Real Estate Educators (REEA). “It is truly an honor …
Plans continue for Peace food hub, agricultural solutions for producers | Energeticcity.ca
The food boxes will be used to fund other services for the hub, which would need around $ 25,000 to $ 40,000 to start up, but which could generate a million dollars in income each year for local producers. Legault added that the Peace Region is one of ten regions to receive funding under the …
Get your gooey, hot cinnamon rolls, famed Knaus Berry farm reopens for the season – CBS Miami
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Southern Floridians can now get their much-needed fix from the hot, gooey cinnamon rolls at Knaus Berry Farm. The famous farm has reopened for the season. READ MORE: Car crashed into Hallandale Beach home, driver sent to hospital To say the farm is popular is an understatement. During the season, people travel …
OX2 posts lower third quarter profit, eliminates 24 MW Polish wind farm
October 26 (Renewables Now) – Swedish renewable energy developer OX2 today posted an 88.6% drop in third-quarter profit to SEK 15 million (USD 1.7 million / EUR 1.5 million) today and announced the sale of a 24 MW wind farm. farm in Poland. During the reporting period, no project was completed and handed over to …
East DeKalb Community Events | Butler Bulletin
Butler’s story reunion is tonight BUTLER – A meeting to discuss updating Butler’s story will be held at 5:30 pm today, October 26, in the Community Room of the Butler Public Library, 340 S. Broadway. American rescue plan committee meeting ST. JOE – The DeKalb County US Rescue Plan Committee will meet at 6 p.m. …
Seychelles: Enterprise Seychelles Agency to create opportunities in tourism, fishing and agriculture
Enterprise Seychelles Agency will put more emphasis on creating opportunities for entrepreneurs in the tourism, fishing and agriculture sectors while boosting local handicrafts, a senior official said on Thursday. The agency’s chief executive, Angelic Appoo, made the announcement during a press conference on the agency’s strategies and functions for the coming years. “We are working …
BJP promised to double farmers’ incomes but ended up doubling inflation in the country: Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP on Monday, saying the party promised to double farmers’ incomes but ended up doubling inflation in the country. Samajwadi party leader Akhilesh Yadav denounced the BJP, saying the party promised to double farmers’ incomes but ended up doubling inflation in India. (File photo) The BJP had …
8th Annual ‘Strike Out Cancer’ Event Takes Place | Local News
The 8th Annual Strike Out Cancer Bowling Event took place Sunday morning at the Belt Entertainment Center, and attendees had the chance to have family fun while raising funds for those undergoing cancer treatment. Kitty Karr, the event organizer, said she was excited to bring the event back for another year to support those who …
Arizona Conservatives Launch Alternative Education Group | Arizona News
By KYRA HAAS, Arizona Capitol Times PHOENIX (AP) – A new organization calling itself a non-partisan school board association is led by Republican activists, including the first vice president and treasurer of the Arizona Republican Party, and the president’s daughter. The Arizona Coalition of School Board Members was launched on October 12 as an alternative …
In “Site Fidelity”, Claire Boyles examines the power of place
Claire Boyles is a writer, teacher and former sustainable farmer. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from Colorado State University. His fiction appeared in Boulevard and the Kenyon Review. She lives in Loveland, Colorado. Tell us the story of this book. What inspired you to write it? Where does the story / theme come …
Peony Market Size and Forecast
New Jersey, United States, – The Peony market The report focuses on economic developments and consumer spending trends in different countries for the forecast period 2021 to 2028. The research further reveals which countries and regions will have a better reputation in the coming years. Apart from this, the study talks about the growth rate, …
The Saanichton family celebrates 100 years of island farming
Four generations of the Rashleigh family have worked the land and milked cows on Vancouver Island for over 100 years. The Government of British Columbia recognizes the family’s contributions with a Century Farm and Ranch Award. “Rashleigh’s agricultural legacy is a remarkable story stretching back 100 years,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture, Food and …
Cooley & Co. Opens Event Space as Latest Project – Mississippi’s Best Community Newspaper
NATCHEZ – With a white exterior, Cooley & Co. stands out for its location at 631 Franklin Street. The building houses various projects by Taylor Cooley and her husband Trey Cooley. Recently, she decided to transform the front room into an event space, having initially planned to turn the building into a photography studio. United …
Carpenter as Head of the Nebraska Healthcare Association | Health and fitness
The Nebraska Health Care Association (NHCA) has named Jalene Carpenter as the next President and CEO effective November 10. Carpenter is an established member of the Nebraska long term care community. She began her career in long-term care as an office manager in Greeley, Colorado, eventually becoming the administrator of the South Haven Living Center …
Organic Farmer Friends Help Keep Lower Yahara Watershed Clean | New
6 P CLA: FRIENDS OF ORGANIC FARMERS Blaise Keller MADISON (WKOW) – The Biological Farmer Friends are part of a larger initiative by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture to bring together farmers in a single watershed. In Wisconsin, there are nearly 65,000 farms according to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture website. These farms also represent …
County approves resolution to consider IRB for Encino North solar farm
BERNALILLO – Sandoval County is moving forward by authorizing a second solar farm along Encino Road. The committee unanimously approved a resolution Thursday to consider an industrial tax liability that would go to the Encino North solar farm, more than two years after the existing Encino solar site came on the scene. “(Additional renewables) a …
Urban farms become vital food option in Milwaukee during pandemic
When COVID-19 began to develop last year, the Victory Garden Initiative, an urban farm in the Harambee neighborhood, pivoted. The 1 1/2 acre farm nestled between Concordia Avenue and Townsend Street has evolved from a member-only property to access for anyone wanting fresh vegetables grown on site. It has been operating as a community-supported agricultural …
12 Must-See Events in Austin in October and November
The Turkey Trot returns in person after a virtual year. (Courtesy of ThunderCloud subscribers) Here are 12 fall activities to check out over the next few months in the Southwestern Austin and Dripping Springs areas. Until October 31 | Celebrate fall Pick pumpkins, run through a hay maze, and play outdoor games at the Dripping …
National higher education. organization of the faculty “keenly interested” in the alleged violations of academic freedom of TMCC
The American Association of University Teachers (AAUP) today issued an advisory letter saying the reasons Truckee Meadows Community College attempted to fire Professor Lars Jensen are violations of academic freedom. It is the third national organization to weigh in on TMCC’s attempt to fire Jensen for alleged insubordination. Nevada higher education system attorney John Albrecht, …
Albuquerque Wildlife Sanctuary gives conservation urban flair
The Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge has a special feature: it is the first national wildlife refuge to be built for this purpose in an urban area. Right now, it’s as much a construction project as it is a habitat. But even when the wetlands and salt-grass meadows come to life here, the location …
Why Luke Bryan Calls Visiting the Farm a “Spiritual” Experience
For Luke Bryan, the Farm Tour is not just a concert, it is a spiritual experience. Since the tour started in 2010, Bryan has partnered with farms across the country to turn the fields into concert arenas. His Farm Tour attracts thousands of fans for a good cause: to raise funds and educate the farmers …
Why have Indian farmers been protesting for over a year?
Here’s a look at the longest-running farmer protests in the country’s history, as unions stepped up their year-long protests on the New Delhi borders ahead of a crucial court hearing on October 21. Hearing a petition asking if Indian farmers have the right to protest, the Indian Supreme Court said farmers can protest but cannot …
North Charleston PD uses basketball, barbecues to connect with community
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (WCBD) – The North Charleston Police Department (NCPD) uses games and entertainment during its “Community Roll Call” event to help bridge the gap between police officers and the people they serve in their communities safe. “To have these children realize that it is not us against them and to know that we …
New York State Occupational Therapy Association Announces Opening of 2021 Conference Registration | New
CHESTER, NY, 20 October 2021 / PRNewswire-PRWeb / – The New York State Occupational Therapy Association (NYSOTA) has announced the dates for its 2021 annual conference on 12 november, 13 and 14 2021. The weekend event will take place virtually via Whova and will include 3 days of classes, speakers and networking opportunities for the …
Agriculture ministry to approach south-central counties of PA for compliance with spotted fly harvesting permits
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture today announced that the spotted fly compliance and enforcement team will conduct spotted fly permit audits and inspection records for businesses in Cumberland and County counties. York from October 25. “We’ve been saying for a long time now that businesses are an important part of the spotted …
Stonover Inn, “the duck farm”, has new caretakers | Central Berkshires
LENOX – Many locals still call it “the duck farm” – officially, the Stonover Inn, a historic Under Mountain Road property owned for 20 years by former rock music producer Tom Werman and his wife, Suky, an educator who reinvented himself as an art gallery curator for the farm’s renovated barn. Randy Grimmett and Allison …
Solar panels generate income in rural America. They don’t always make friends.
Why We Wrote This But here in Shiawassee County, the attitude of many residents is summed up in the message on signs planted near their alleys: “NO solar farms”. “They’re ugly,” says Jim Sheridan, who lives across from part of the new project. The boom in renewable energies promises economic gains for rural America. But …
Packers Titletown to host a free Pumpkin Palooza event on Saturday
Green Bay Packers’ Titletown neighborhood. Photo by Dan Plutchak Live outdoor music, interactive games and a free pumpkin carving will be offered Free, family-friendly fall extravaganza Pumpkin Palooza is set to occupy Titletown on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with fall activities and Halloween fun for all ages. The event will include free pumpkin …
2021 ESP MSEA of the Year Brad Fisher
Brad Fisher, ESP of the MSEA Year, is a member of Education Baltimore Support Professionals County. MSEA ESP of the Year and career change Brad Fisher came to education because he wanted to do something more significant in his profession life, but the loss of the bank turns out be the gain of education. Sinner …
BayWa re acquires second wind farm site in Lanarkshire
BayWa re has finalized the acquisition of the project rights for the Broken Cross wind farm in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. BayWa re purchased the project, which is located on a restored coal mine, from developer Brockwell Energy. Broken Cross is a 48 MW wind farm consisting of ten turbines located 3.5 km northwest of Rigside …
Elanco Animal Health selected for FORTUNE’s Change the World 2021 list
GREENFIELD, Ind .– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today announces its inclusion in FORTUNE’s 2021 Change the World list, which recognizes companies that have made a significant social or environmental impact through their strategy and lucrative operations. This year’s publication honored Elanco’s shared value initiative ‘East Africa Growth Accelerator (EAGA)’ and …
7 Bay Area Events To Discover In October, November
Until October 31: have Halloween fun with a touch of outer space Galaxy Frights combines space and spooky entertainment with costume parades and science labs. Events take place on Saturdays and Sundays. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free (3 years old and under), $ 24.95 (4-11 years old), $ 29.95 (12 years old and over). …
Volunteer of the month: Seeley helps with everything from politics to theater | New
Chris Seeley is one of three Crawford County Auditors, but in his spare time he’s involved in everything from politics to theater to service clubs. While the auditor’s work is paid, everything else on her resume is as a volunteer. And, he’s busy. Seeley joined the Rotary Club of Meadville in May 2013, shortly after …
Senate Ways and Means Committee to conduct site visits in Maui, October 18-20
October 17, 2021, 8:36 a.m. HST The Senate Ways and Means Committee will travel to Maui from October 18-20, 2021 to conduct site visits to various public and private facilities. The committee will visit the following sites: PC: University of Hawai’i Maui College Picturesque Maui, photo by Wendy Osher. Hawaii Tourism Authority TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION: …
Dhaka assesses the losses and gains of cutting agricultural subsidies in rich countries
Bangladesh appears to be caught between a rock and a hard place when it calls for reduced agricultural subsidies in developed countries, which could lead to higher world prices for agricultural products and raise import bills for everything, from wheat to sugar to cotton. Again, with regard to exports, although still modest, Bangladesh stands a …
Turkish TIKA focuses on eradicating poverty in Kenya
Turkey’s state aid organization, the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), has been on the front lines to fight poverty in Kenya and distribute aid to millions of people in need across the African continent. Kenya has benefited from many Turkish aid programs since TIKA started operations there in 2012. As the world marks the …
Members of the United States Civil Rights Commission slash AG Garland for a note on parents protesting against school boards
Four of the eight members of the US Civil Rights Commission wrote a letter to US Attorney General Merrick Garland, berating him for his recent memo regarding parents protesting school boards. “We are writing to express our concerns about a recent memorandum issued by your office,” the four members wrote in the letter, questioning Garland’s …
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Roanoke community meets on Saturday for Unite Against Gun Violence event
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – “We are united against gun violence” rang through the air on Saturday morning. United. It was the theme of Saturday’s event, as the Roanoke community came together to tackle rising gun violence in Star City. “We’ve had enough of this,” said ReFreshing Church pastor Bishop JL Jackson. Bishop Jackson, the Roanoke …
Two Other Nihangs Detained for Murder of Man at Singhu Border Farmers Protest Site | Latest India News
Haryana police have arrested two other Nihangs in connection with the murder of the man from Tarn Taran at the farmers’ protest site at Delhi’s Singhu border. According to a video shared by the ANI news agency, Nihangs can be seen touching the feet of new detainees with them in a garland. {{^ userSubscribe}} {{/ …
Waste reduction week a reminder that farmers can always recycle empty plastic pesticide and fertilizer cans
Recycling collection sites will be empty until the end of October Recycling of empty pesticide and fertilizer cans Cleanfarms reminds farmers that they can recycle empty and rinsed pesticide and fertilizer cans until the end of October. – Photo of clean farms Cleanfarms reminds farmers that they can recycle empty and rinsed pesticide and fertilizer …
Maine risks losing some of its best farmland to solar farms
There are a limited number of acres in Maine that can produce crops and support agricultural farms. According to the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, only 13 percent of the state has suitable farmland. In recent years, these acres have been targeted by developers of solar farms. The most desirable land for large …
Church calls on community to come and pray for the nation at Saturday’s event
Fremont News-Messenger | USA TODAY Network FREMONT – A local church is holding a Saturday prayer service at Birchard Park. The Church of God of the Apostolic Faith is organizing the event, described as a “Gathering and prayer service for the freedom of God and the country”, from 4 pm to 8 pm at the …
Governor Newsom announces appointments 10.14.21
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: E. Joaquin Esquivel, 39, of Sacramento, has been appointed to the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Advisory Council and the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Forum. Esquivel has been a member of the State Water Resources Control Board since 2017 and Chairman since 2019. He …
Honey Haven Farm: a staple in the family tradition – Ohio Ag Net
By Brianna Gwirtz, OCJ field reporter It all started with a square of pumpkins. In 1999, John Boyer and his wife, Deb, opened their farm to the public for visitors to pick pumpkins. Boyer, at the time, was a milkman, the fourth generation on the farm to milk cows and raise crops in Ashland County. …
Buffalo products are now big business as Sunshine Coast farming family diversifies
Margaret Thompson proves that age is not a barrier to innovation in agriculture. Key points: Maleny Buffalo farm diversified its products during the pandemic when its sources of income dried up overnight Margaret Thompson says the farm is focused on zero waste farming, which means it uses every part of the beast Its meat, cheese …
Community event to provide free mammograms in West Palm
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla .– Research from the National Library of Science indicates that breast cancer is less common in black women, but that they are 36% more likely to die due to a myriad of obstacles, including including later detection. In response, more and more nonprofits have partnered with churches to reach more women …
‘Time to listen to the data on farm-to-fork strategy,’ say EU farm groups
The actors in the food chain all agree with the main principles set out in the farm to fork strategy and are fully aware that constant and substantial improvements must be made to ensure a more sustainable approach to our food systems. Nonetheless, several recently published studies on the farm-to-fork strategy indicate that the current …
‘Great Opportunity’: Auburn Kindergarten Students Take a Virtual Tour of New York Farm | Education
Kindergarten students in the Greater Auburn City School District were able to learn the ins and outs of a dairy farm, all without leaving their classroom. On Wednesday, the children in Meg Gremli’s class at Herman Avenue Elementary School watched a virtual tour of the farm. The video was broadcast on YouTube via Zoom, live …
Towards precision agriculture – the Hindu BusinessLine
In the Economic Survey 2020-2021, agriculture in GDP accounted for 19.9%, an increase from 17.8% in 2019-2020. The last time the industry provided such figures was in 2003-2004. Despite the current political climate surrounding India’s agricultural sector, it has witnessed a hit in the arm through a myriad of incentives this year. Like the allocation …
Brooklyn unveils “Safety Town Trick or Treat” event for October 21
BROOKLYN, Ohio – After a year of all the tricks and no treats thanks to the pandemic, Brooklyn is hosting a community Halloween event again this year with a twist. “We used to have a Halloween skating at the rink, but this year we just wanted to change things up by using Safety Town for …
Obituary: Richard H. Bogh – Portland Press Herald
Richard H. Bogh ELIOT – Richard H. Bogh, 82, passed away on September 28, 2021, after several years of ill health. He passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family.Richard was born December 22, 1938 in Portland, Maine, the son of Ida Mae Smith Bogh and Richard H. Bogh. He attended local schools and …
US Says Wind Farm Developers Lies Deserve Sanctions
By Dave Simpson (Oct.12, 2021, 8:06 p.m. EDT) – The United States on Monday asked a federal court in Oklahoma to sanction a group of wind farm developers for breaking promises to keep records related to its lawsuit opened on behalf of Osage Nation alleging that the companies entered the lands of the tribe. The …
20 things to know about 20 years of wind power in Kansas
Kansas’ first major wind farm turns 20 this year, so we’ve put together a list of 20 things to know on the industry. Kansas’ wind turbines can generate 7,028 megawatts, the 4th highest in the country and enough to power about 1.6 million homes. Wind represented 42.2% of all electricity produced in the state in …
Why smallholder-focused last mile innovations are essential for India’s agricultural ecosystem and ally
In the Union budget 2021-2022, the Ministry of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmer Welfare was allocated Rs. 1,23,018 crore – a 14% increase over the 2019 budget -2020. India is primarily an agrarian economy, with almost 60% of the country’s population reportedly working in the agricultural sector. However, reaching smallholder farmers – especially those in remote …
The next Skate Jam fundraiser is “Shred for a Good Cause”
Pick up a skateboard and get ready to hit the slopes at the next Skate Jam fundraiser on October 16 at Athens Skate Park, behind 701 E. State St. Fundraising will include a skateboard competition, live music from local bands, local breweries and many other fun activities where all proceeds go to support a good …
Virginia Papa takes charge of the school board
Harry Jackson left the Fairfax County School Board meeting on Thursday night feeling frustrated. The father of a sophomore high school student Thomas Jefferson, he had signed up to speak to the board about sexually explicit material in the school library, including the work he and d other parents say pedophilia normalizes. But the list …
Haunted houses in WV to visit this spooky season
CLARKSBURG, West Virginia – It’s scary season! Here are a few places where you can find your spooky fix in West Virginia. Haunted Houses in North Central West Virginia C & D Bunner Family Spook Yard Haunt – This Fairmont courtyard lair has a maze and over 20 different themed spooky rooms and areas. This …
YEP Presents Over 25,000 Fertile Eggs at Empass Farm
The eggs on display were intended to add value to the production and productivity of Empass Poultry Farms. Dawda Mboob, Managing Director of Empass Hatchery Farm, said she was delighted to receive the eggs from YEP, saying they are working hard to ensure the sustainability of poultry as well as for young people and farmers …
Farmers’ Federation pushes for redress for ‘legal theft’
Nationals Party members were briefed by representatives of the Farmers’ Federation as part of a push for the government to pay compensation for land clearance legislation 30 years ago. Farmers Federation President Fiona Simpson released a statement on Monday saying the unconscious contributions of Australian growers to decades-long climate change goals should be offset. According …
Downtown Annapolis to host community event to help those affected by Hurricane Ida – CBS Baltimore
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland (WJZ) – This event is a perfect example of how the Annapolis community stays together despite the challenges. Organizers say 100 percent of proceeds from today’s event will go to families who live on Oakwood Rd. In Edgewater. They say they chose this area precisely because it’s the second time they’ve been hit …
Obituary: Dominick A. Valenti | Montclair local news
A Christian burial mass will be held on Saturday October 30 for Dominick A. Valenti, a 42 year old retired veteran of the Montclair Police Department and longtime resident of the township, who died on August 27 at the age of 85 years. Mass will be at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel …
Kilcreggan Urban Farm supports people with learning disabilities in a unique community space
An urban farm in Co Antrim helps young people with learning difficulties while providing a unique open space for the local community. Kilcreggan Urban Farm is Carrickfergus was established in 1998 and is known as one of the area’s best kept secrets. The farm was the idea of Linda Bennett who was a tenant in …