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Medical copays reduce health care access in MS prisons; Israel planted explosives in pagers sold to Hezbollah according to official sources; Serving looks with books: Libraries fight 'fast fashion' by lending clothes; Menhaden decline threatens Virginia's ecosystem, fisheries.

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JD Vance calls for toning down political rhetoric, while calls for his resignation grow because of his own comments. The Secret Service again faces intense criticism, and a right to IVF is again voted down in the US Senate.

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A USDA report shows a widening gap in rural versus urban health, a North Carolina county remains divided over a LGBTQ library display, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' policies are spotlighted after his elevation to the Democratic presidential ticket.

FL: Rural/Farming

Numerous studies have shown that for years, Black farmers have been rejected for loans by the USDA more than their white counterparts. (RyanMcGuire/Pixabay)
Black farmers in Florida grapple with USDA aid, land challenges

In a move to address historical injustices, the Biden administration announced $2 billion dollars in direct payments for Black and minority farmers …

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Connecticut, Maryland and Vermont all have banned the sale of neonicotinoids, bee-killing pesticide, according to Environment America. Florida has yet to do so, but the group hopes it also will take action in order to save the insect. (Adobe Stock)
On Earth Day, Environmentalists Push to Save Bees

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Today is Earth Day, and environmental advocates are calling on citizens to do their part to save the bees. National …

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced K-12 schools will continue with distance learning for the rest of the school year due to COVID-19. (stevepb/Pixabay)
Florida Educators: Funding Essential to Reopen Safely

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida will use nearly $1 billion in federal CARES Act funds to help schools reopen at full capacity in …

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages Lake Okeechobee water levels with the goal of balancing flood control, public safety, navigation, water supply and ecological health. (ernie114/Pixabay)
Proposal Could Tip the Balance in Lake Okeechobee

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - About 30 Florida conservation groups are telling Congress to reject a proposal that could lead to more water being kept in Lake …

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Florida's telemedicine bills would authorize providers to use telehealth to perform patient evaluations online, including eye exams. (SofieZborilova/Pixabay)
Remote, Online Eye Care Could Help Rural Floridians

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Legislature is considering bills that would make it easier for people to get some of their healthcare services &…

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The farm bill, a large, multifaceted piece of legislation that impacts farm commodity prices and nutrition programs, expires Sept. 30. (Pixabay)
Farm Bill Faces Gridlock Over SNAP Work Rules

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Congress may not be able to finish the farm bill by the end of the month, when the old one expires. One deadlock is a …

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Supporters claim Chlorpyrifos is a critical component in the
Labor and Health Groups Push to Ban Harmful Pesticide

TALLAHASSEE – A federal judge heard final arguments Monday in a case challenging the Environmental Protection Agency's decision not to ban a wid…

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According to Earthjustice, approximately 10,000 to 20,000 pesticide poisonings occur every year among farmworkers. (Pixabay)
Farmworker Groups Sue EPA for Withholding New Pesticide Training Materials

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Farmworkers are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to make pesticide safety training mandatory …

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A core objective of Florida’s Action for Dental Health is to maximize the utilization and capacity of Florida’s current dental workforce to optimally serve Floridians with preventive and therapeutic dental care. (Pixabay)
Proposed Bills Could Help Oral Health in Rural Communities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- After being vetoed two years ago, there are new bills in the Florida Legislature that would establish a dental student loan …

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A tiny bug newly introduced to Florida from Asia attacks citrus trees and some ornamental plants. (Department of Agriculture)
Florida Homeowners Asked to Help with Citrus Crop

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A tiny insect is placing Florida citrus in jeopardy, but residents can help. Citrus trees in the Sunshine State are under …

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Fast food giant KFC is phasing out the use of antibiotics in raising chickens. (Gracey/morguefile)
KFC to Switch to Antibiotic-Free Chicken

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Consumer and public health advocates are applauding the latest pledge by a fast food chain to phase out its use of chickens …

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Farmers say consumers will pay more for fruits and vegetables if millions of undocumented workers are deported. (kconnors/morguefile)
Farm Groups Fear Impact of Deportations on Ag Industry

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- President-elect Donald Trump campaigned on a promise to deport as many as 11 million undocumented immigrants, a plan that has …

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