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‘It’s about being well’: Cannabis shops thrive as ‘essential businesses’ in coronavirus pandemic
FatCamera/iStock(NEW YORK) — As the global death toll continues to rise from the coronavirus pandemic and anxiety for Americans escalates along with the unemployment rate, operators of cannabis dispensaries across the country have reported that [Read More…]
Homes wanted: Pets in need of urgent placement as shelters close amid coronavirus
North Shore Animal League America(NEW YORK) — Animal shelters across the country are encouraging people to adopt and foster pets as they hunker down at home. As social distancing becomes the norm and millions of [Read More…]
Solid gains for corn, soybeans, wheat
Soybeans were sharply higher on commercial and technical buying but closed under the session’s highs. Contracts are oversold and there was spillover from meal on concerns about shipping delays from Argentina, along with coronavirus precautions. [Read More…]
U.S. Senator says MFP could be part of coronavirus economic relief for farmers
Part of President Trump’s economic stimulus proposal could include a type of market facilitation program that compensates farmers whose markets are harmed by the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Senator Tina Smith tells Brownfield Congress and the [Read More…]
ACE tells White House ethanol industry must have help
The American Coalition for Ethanol is calling on the President and Congress to develop a stimulus plan to help save the biofuels industry from economic disaster. ACE senior vice president Ron Lamberty says the coronavirus [Read More…]
Thompson discusses importance of restoring, rebuilding rural America
Congressman Glenn GT Thompson says his vision for the House Ag Committee in terms of policy is to restore a robust rural economy and rebuild rural America. “That means every farm family is doing well, [Read More…]
National Pork Board response to coronavirus pandemic
The National Pork Board is gathering resources for producers, consumers, and others along the supply chain during the coronavirus outbreak. CEO Bill Even tells Brownfield NPB has been compiling information online. “Pork.org takes you to [Read More…]
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 19 at 2:41PM MDT until March 20 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY… * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE…Portions of east central, south [Read More…]
NFL memes business: In virus age, teams feign deal ignorance
NFL memes business: In virus age, teams feign deal ignorance
Los Angeles Rams release running back Todd Gurley
The Los Angeles Rams have released Todd Gurley
Predators sign forward Cole Smith to 1-year deal
The Nashville Predators have signed forward Cole Smith to a one-year, two-way deal for the 2020-21 season
MLB gives minor leaguers spring per diems; salaries TBD
MLB gives minor leaguers spring per diems; salaries TBD
Let’s honor the college seniors on the day the NCAA Tournament would have started
The cancellation of the NCAA Tournament and other sports was the right move, but the pain is still very real for the college seniors. Let’s honor them.
AP Interviews: Italian officials make emotional plea to IOC
Two senior Italian sports executives have issued emotional appeals to the International Olympic Committee to revise its stance over the Tokyo Games
It’s official: Five-time Pro Bowler Campbell to join Ravens
The Ravens have announced the deal that secured defensive end Calais Campbell, a skilled run-stopper who also has a knack for getting to the quarterback
Vikings bringing back kicker Bailey
Dan Bailey is returning as the Minnesota Vikings’ kicker. The team announced they agreed to a deal with the veteran, who will be entering his 10th NFL season.
London to stay open as UK could ‘turn the tide’ of the coronavirus in the next 12 weeks, Prime Minister Johnson says
iStock/pcruciatti(LONDON) — Prime Minister Bori Johnson said the U.K. could “turn the tide” of the coronavirus outbreak in the next 12 weeks if the public follows government guidance on social distancing and isolation. But he [Read More…]
Grandma gets 95th birthday surprise from safe distance amid coronavirus pandemic
Sara Byrne/Instagram(SYRACUSE, N.Y.) — A 95-year-old in self-quarantine received a surprise birthday visit from family during the global coronavirus crisis. On March 18, Kathleen “Katie” Byrne of Syracuse, New York, was greeted at a safe [Read More…]
NBA tells teams to keep players, staff out of practice, training facilities
The NBA has told its teams to close its training and practice facilities to all players and staff starting Friday, saying the shuttering will last indefinitely.
Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations
Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations