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Fields of destruction. Central NC farmers devastated by Chantal.
Carolina Public Press - North Carolina
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July 15, 2025
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Residents fight back as chemical manufacturer looks to make major expansion: 'We think it's a terrible idea'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 15, 2025
"It's nothing you can control 100 percent." by Simon SageJuly 15, 2025 Chemical manufacturer Chemours is looking to make a big expansion in North Carolina, and, according to E&E News, many residents are unhappy about it. What's happening? Chemours...
Trump touts $90B in energy, AI deals announced during Pittsburgh summit
Pittsburgh Tribune Review - Pennsylvania
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July 15, 2025
Tech and energy investors announced a flurry of multibillion-dollar development deals across the state Tuesday during the Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit at Carnegie Mellon University. U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, serving as host of the...
Sprouts Farmers Market On Pace for Slew of Openings Before End of ‘25
Progressive Grocer
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July 15, 2025
This Sprouts in Ocala, Fla., is one of 35 new stores added to the roster in 2025. Sprouts Farmers Market set a course to open 35 new stores in 2025 and is well on its way. The specialty grocer is hiring mode for locations expected to be up and...
Kobach announces $720 million settlement with opioid manufacturers
WIBW 13 - Kansas
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July 15, 2025
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach on Tuesday announced an approximate $720 million nationwide settlement with eight drug makers that manufactured opioid pills and worsened the nationwide opioid crisis. Kansas stands to...
Midwest farm economies suffered while some Sun Belt states rolled in early 2025
Nebraska Examiner
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July 15, 2025
Global clashes and trade wars hammered Midwestern states’ agricultural economies early this year, while a continuing boom in Southeastern states’ housing and tech jobs kept their economies humming along. Some Southeastern states were seeing a...
Candler residents say NCDOT's trimming creates new hazards instead of improving safety
WLOS - North Carolina
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CANDLER, N.C. (WLOS) — Some residents in Candler say they are not pleased with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) as the agency works to clear vegetation to increase sight distance and safety for drivers. Those in the area...
Dump truck driver charged in crash that killed two cyclists in Madison County
WLOS - North Carolina
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MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The dump truck driver involved in the deaths of two cyclists in Madison County on July 1 was charged on Wednesday, July 16, according to North Carolina State Highway Patrol Lieutenant Joshua E. Dowdle. 'HUGE TRAGEDY':...
Experts share motorcycle safety tips after deadly week in the Cape Fear
WECT TV6 - North Carolina
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July 17, 2025
SHALLOTTE, N.C. (WECT) - In the past week, two motorcyclists have died in two separate crashes in Southeastern North Carolina. Drivers were charged for hitting those motorcyclists in both crashes in Columbus County and Brunswick County. “It’s an...
Chainlink Launches Blockchain Scorecard to Track US State Crypto Adoption
Blockonomi
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July 16, 2025
TLDR: The Chainlink Blockchain Scorecard ranks all 50 states on crypto infrastructure progress. Texas, Utah, and Arizona are leading in blockchain pilots and crypto-friendly laws. 36% of U.S. states have launched pro-crypto task forces to support...
500+ layoffs coming from major manufacturer in Gaston County
WBTV - North Carolina
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July 14, 2025
MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. (WBTV) - More than 500 employees are set to be laid off from a major Gaston County manufacturer. Records showed the state was notified of the layoffs at Daimler Truck in Mount Holly on Friday, July 11. A letter sent from Daimler...
Is there a place for AI in placing medical needles?
@theU - Utah
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July 16, 2025
The demand for qualified medical practitioners and surgeons is expected to increase twofold within the next decade, as professionals are retiring faster than new ones enter the field, and the population continues to age. These factors place...
Year-round strawberries in Wyoming? Welcome to Pinedale’s indoor farm.
WyoFile - Wyoming
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July 14, 2025
SUBLETTE COUNTY—None of the traditional trappings of farm life greet visitors to this windy rim north of Pinedale. No crops waving in field rows, no sounds of cows lowing, no odors of animal manure lacing the air, no mud to wipe off your boots....
How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Retail Trade industry in East Lake Norman News publication area during 2024?
East Lake Norman News - North Carolina
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July 14, 2025
Ur Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (left) and Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director. | https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/organization/leadershipUr Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and...
Trump promised to lower energy costs – his tax bill will raise them for people in red states the most
The Guardian
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July 14, 2025
The cost of electricity is poised to surge across the US in the wake of Republican legislation that takes an axe to cheap renewable energy, with people in states who voted for Donald Trump last year to be hardest hit by the increase in bills. As...
North Guilford News publication area records 2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Finance and Insurance industry during 2024
North Guilford News - North Carolina
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July 14, 2025
Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2bJennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and...
Chapel Hill Review publication area records 2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024
Chapel Hill Review - North Carolina
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July 14, 2025
Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2bJennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and...
PTDA Adds Five New Members
Industrial Distribution - Wisconsin
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July 16, 2025
The Power Transmission Distributors Association announced Wednesday that five new companies have joined the trade group, including two distributors and three manufacturers. The new distributor members are Indiana bearings, machine guards and...
Restaurateurs face tough choices as Mexican tomato prices rise
WFMY News 2 - North Carolina
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New 17% tariff on Mexican tomatoes raises prices for restaurants and boosts local farmers. GREENSBORO, N.C. — A fresh tomato in July tastes like summer. But this year, that juicy slice could cost a little more and not just because of inflation. A...
2 gas stations in cities throughout Johnston County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 12
Johnston Reporter - North Carolina
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July 16, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Johnston County selling...