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House passes a funding bill, averts shutdown
The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill to keep the government open, provide financial aid to farmers, and extend the farm bill for one year. The bill, passed late Friday afternoon, would keep the [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Jack Black, Paul Rudd to star in new ‘Anaconda’ film: ‘We’re making a movie!’
Sony Pictures Entertainment/YouTube Jack Black and Paul Rudd will star in a new, reimagined Anaconda film. The duo announced the news in a hilarious video on Friday, which features the two actors on a fun [Read More…]
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FDA approves Eli Lilly’s obesity medication for obstructive sleep apnea
Scott Olson/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — The FDA has expanded the approval of Eli Lilly’s obesity medication Zepbound to include treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea for people with obesity — the first medication [Read More…]
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Wisconsin Farmers Union alters position on manure digesters
Wisconsin’s Farmers Union delegates made changes to their policy regarding anaerobic digesters for manure. Wisconsin Farmers Union President Darin Von Ruden tells Brownfield delegates were able to settle on some policy language. “We got some [Read More…]
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A look ahead at the 2025 Topeka Farm Show
The 36th annual Topeka Farm Show is scheduled for January 7-9 at the Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka, Kansas, featuring 600 exhibitor booths, demonstrations and much more. AUDIO: Dan Slowinski, Topeka Farm Show Director [Read More…]
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Tough decisions facing farmers in 2025
A pair of Illinois farmers say the ag economy means some tough decisions in 2025. Tom Hieronymus, who farms in DeWitt County, tells Brownfield, “The cost of inputs these days, and this last couple of [Read More…]
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Michigan potato industry speaks in favor of checkoff increase
Michigan potato growers and processors voiced support for an increased assessment during this week’s public hearing with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Michigan Potato Industry Commission board member Travis Horkey grows fresh [Read More…]
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Messy end to Michigan lame duck
A handful of bills that could have benefited the state’s food and ag industry died Thursday after Michigan House lawmakers abruptly ended their session. Fourth-generation farmer and state senator Kevin Daley called the 29-hour-long session [Read More…]
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Kids get cozy Christmas gifts
Children from seventeen Mitchell area families are celebrating an early Christmas thanks to Slumberland and the Mitchell United Way. Mitchell Slumberland owner Kyle Purintun says the 40 Winks program has been around since 1991. “Each [Read More…]
ABC World News
At least 2 dead, nearly 70 injured when car plows into German Christmas market: Officials
(BERLIN) — A car plowed into people visiting a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring nearly 70 others, according to German officials. German authorities are treating the [Read More…]
ABC National News
College student allegedly plotted ‘mass casualty attack’ targeting Jews
Alexandria Sheriff’s Office (VIRGINIA) — A Virginia college student is accused of plotting a “mass casualty attack” on the Consulate General of Israel in New York, according to court records. The FBI arrested Abdullah Ezzeldin [Read More…]
ABC National News
Kangaroo remains on the loose in Texas after jumping fence
VCG/VCG via Getty Images (BELLVILLE, Texas) — A family in Austin County, Texas, is anxiously waiting for the return of their 3-year-old kangaroo after the marsupial pushed a gate open and hopped a fence. The [Read More…]
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Dakota Johnson, Jost Hartnett join Anne Hathaway in ‘Verity’ film
Cindy Ord/Getty Images We now know who will join Anne Hathaway in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover‘s bestselling book Verity. Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett will star opposite Hathaway in the drama, which will [Read More…]
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‘Stranger Things’ wraps production on fifth, final season
Atsushi Nishijima/Netflix It’s almost time to say goodbye to our friends in Hawkins, Indiana. Production has ended on the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, Netflix announced on Friday. While a release date for [Read More…]
Ag News
Egg production down in November
Egg production declined during November. The USDA says the total of 8.92 billion eggs was 4% lower than last year, with a 3% decline in the number egg laying hens to 375.752 million head and [Read More…]
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November cattle placements fall 4% on year
The USDA says placements of cattle into U.S. feedlots during November were down on the year. The total of 1.796 million head was 4% below November 2023, partially due to a tighter calf supply because [Read More…]
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Dairy farmer says triticale’s feed value worth the extra effort
A Wisconsin farmer says it’s worth the extra effort to manage and harvest triticale as a cover crop he can harvest for his dairy cows. Joe Bragger from Independence, Wisconsin says, “I’m a real firm [Read More…]
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Economy, weather, holidays can take a toll on mental health
A University of Illinois extension specialist in agricultural safety and health says there’s a number of stressors adding up in the ag landscape. Dr. Josie Rudolphi says uncertainty over the economy, the weather, and even [Read More…]
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2024 deer season check-in with Bill Winke
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DCI Rule Yankton Police Officer Shooting At School Justified
Attorney General Marty Jackley says a South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation review indicates two Yankton Police Officers were justified in a shooting that occurred Dec. 5, 2024 in Yankton. “This individual refused officer commands [Read More…]