Year: 2020
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Police implement sweeping policy changes to prepare for coronavirus spread
iStock/MattGush(NEW YORK) — Local law enforcement officials across the country are rapidly making major operational changes in preparation for the continued spread of coronavirus, as they face potential strains in resources and staffing without precedent [Read More…]
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Redskins signing Davis as part of Rivera’s roster makeover
The Washington Redskins are signing safety Sean Davis as part of their makeover under new coach Ron Rivera
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Ravens GM DeCosta bolsters defense, enhances draft
The Baltimore Ravens bolstered their defense and improved their draft position at the outset of free agency
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New York Stock Exchange temporarily closing trading floors, going all electronic
iStock/hxdbzxy(NEW YORK) — The New York Stock Exchange will temporarily close its trading floors and switch to all-electronic trading beginning when markets open next Monday amid the novel coronavirus outbreak. “Trading and regulatory oversight of [Read More…]
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Georgia volunteers help get supplies for endangered seniors
Courtesy Southern Grace Hospice(ATLANTA) — Right when they’re needed most, volunteers and nonprofit organizations are doing their part to help as many Americans take extra precautions to limit the elderly’s potential exposure to COVID-19. Southern [Read More…]
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Georgia volunteers help get supplies for endangered seniors
Courtesy Southern Grace Hospice(ATLANTA) — Right when they’re needed most, volunteers and nonprofit organizations are doing their part to help as many Americans take extra precautions to limit the elderly’s potential exposure to COVID-19. Southern [Read More…]
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Family ties: FB Derek Watt joins brother TJ with Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers turned the opening day of free agency into a family reunion for the Watt family
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Vikings release right guard Josh Kline
It looks like the Minnesota Vikings will be in the market for a new right guard.
Ag News
NCBA discusses producer frustration with market movements
The wide disparity between boxed beef prices and cattle prices continues to frustrate cattle producers. Ethan Lane with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says they’re well aware of those concerns. “That’s something that we’re continuing [Read More…]
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Cattle, hog futures stumble into back half of the week
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle ended the day sharply lower on profit-taking and broader market pressure. Feeder cattle were sharply lower again today on the same factors as the live pit. Losses were [Read More…]
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Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 18, 2020
May corn closed at $3.35 and 1/4, down 8 and 3/4 centsMay soybeans closed at $8.25 and 1/2, up 1 and 1/4 centsMay soybean meal closed at $304.00, up $5.70May soybean oil closed at 25.04, [Read More…]
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MN Ag Department doing what it can to protect food supply
Minnesota’s Ag Commissioner says during the coronavirus outbreak, the Department is doing everything it can to assure a safe, affordable, and accessible food supply. Thom Petersen tells Brownfield he continues to communicate with a broad [Read More…]
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AFBF calls for ag labor certainty
A leader with American Farm Bureau says AFBF is pleased that the US government will prioritize H-2A workers who are eligible for an interview waiver in light of the announcement that visa application processing in [Read More…]
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AP source: Falcons agree to deal with OLB Dante Fowler
The Atlanta Falcons and Dante Fowler have agreed to a $48 million, three-year contract, reuniting the outside linebacker with one of his coaches in college
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Jets release CB Trumaine Johnson, re-signing CB Brian Poole
Trumaine Johnson’s stint with the New York Jets is over after two disappointing and injury-plagued seasons
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English Football League agree to $57M relief package
English Football League agree to $57M relief package
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The NFL league year is here but free-agent deals can’t be official
Even though the NFL league year has begun, free-agent deals still will not be official.
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Houston athletes are rallying behind the Houston Food Bank during the coronavirus outbreak
Members of the Houston Texans and Houston Astros are rallying behind the Houston Food Bank during the coronavirus outbreak.
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The NFL league year has begun but deals won’t be official
Even though the NFL league year has begun, free agent deals still will not be official.
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Longtime 49ers assistant Bill McPherson dies at age 88
The San Francisco 49ers say longtime San Francisco 49ers coach and executive Bill McPherson has died at the age of 88