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The Bureau of Land Management updates a proposed Western Solar Plan to the delight of wildlife advocates, grant funding helps New York schools take part in National Farm to School Month, and children's advocates observe "TEN-4 Day" to raise awareness of child abuse.

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Biden voices concerns over Israeli strikes on Iran, Special Counsel Jack Smith details Trump's pre-January 6 pressure on Pence, Indiana's voter registration draws scrutiny, and a poll shows politics too hot to talk about for half of Wisconsinites.

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Cheap milk comes at a cost for residents of Washington's Lower Yakima Valley, Indigenous language learning is promoted in Wisconsin as experts warn half the world's languages face extinction, and Montana's public lands are going to the dogs!

America's Health Rankings rated Illinois in 38th place in the country for the highest number of residents aged 60 and above who have faced food insecurity. (Adobe Stock)
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The baby boomer generation is getting older and the ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular access to nutritious meals, can …

According to a 2019 Illinois Department of Health report, almost 12% of new mothers were diagnosed with postpartum depression. Of those, nearly 60% took prescribed medication for depression treatment and almost 32% received counseling. (Adobe Stock)
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A new baby should bring a time of happiness for a family but what is frequently dismissed as the "baby blues" is a mental health condition called post…

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says up to 500 species of native bees live in the state and contribute to the existence of plant species and agricultural crop production. (Adobe Stock)
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One of nature's hardest workers is facing extinction from repeated exposure to a dangerous pesticide. Scientists conducting CT scans reveal …

The Indiana Secretary of State calculates the registration percentage by dividing the state's voter registrations by the total number of eligible Hoosier voters. (Adobe stock)
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Friday, October 4, 2024
By Marilyn Odendahl for The Indiana Citizen.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the Indiana Citizen-Free Press India…

America's Health Rankings places Indiana as 15th in the nation in the percentage of adults age 60 and older who faced food insecurity in the past 12 months. (Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Baby boomers are getting older, and an adequate diet is vital to this demographic in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Data in a 2022 report from the …

The Indiana State Democratic Party says without an Election Day on-campus voting site, Purdue students, faculty and staff will be disenfranchised. (Adobe stock)
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Purdue University students are pushing back against Tippecanoe County's plan for limited voting access on campus. The county has announced only a 10 …

Health care providers say changes in mood, energy levels or thoughts can be subtle clues that new mothers may need treatment for postpartum depression. (Adobe Stock)
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Iowa doctors are assessing how a new medication is working for moms with postpartum depression. That's timely right now, as more babies are born in …

The Walk to End Alzheimer's is held in 600 communities nationwide. Participants raise money to research the brain disease and provide education and support to families living with it. (Adobe Stock)
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Advocates for people battling Alzheimer's disease and their families are marching in Des Moines this weekend to raise money for brain research and ult…

More than 90 % of the large tractors used on Iowa farms are sold by two companies, Deere & Co. and CNH. (Adobe Stock)
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Advocates for a fair, sustainable, and healthy food system have released a report showing that nearly all of the corn seed in Iowa is controlled by …

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More than 22% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are from causes related to mental health and substance use, including suicide and drug overdoses, according to the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration. (Adobe Stock)
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One in five people giving birth experience pregnancy-related mental health conditions and medical professionals are trying to help Kansas moms catch s…

In 2022, officials blamed a heatwave for killing thousands of cattle in southwest Kansas. (JackieDavies/AdobeStock)
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A heat wave is forecast for Kansas and health professionals said residents should be aware of options to get help, including local physicians who …

Many school children are still "catching up" on their education after the disruptions during the COVID pandemic, according to the 2024 Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. (Adobe Stock)
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A report on the condition of America's children ranks Kansas in the bottom half of states for education, with declining reading and math scores among …

The Michigan Education Coalition stressed key issues facing school districts include school funding, school board accountability, and culturally responsive curriculum. (VeloonaP/Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
As Michigan voters prepare for the upcoming presidential election, state officials are urging them not to lose sight of vital local races, especially …

Some of the symptoms of postpartum depression are becoming irritated easily, not sleeping well, not feeling like eating and having a hard time bonding with your baby. (grooveriderz/Adobe Stock)<br /><br />
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September is Suicide Prevention Month and a Michigan doctor is sharing hope for mothers struggling with what is often called the "baby blues." One in…

A study published in the journal Frontiers in Sustainable Energy Policy found when nonresidential buildings install solar, they can spur other installations in the area. (Rob Rafson)
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By Izzy Ross for Grist.Broadcast version by Chrystal Blair for Michigan News Connection, reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public News …

Experts said painting and other art projects can provide a safe and therapeutic outlet for youths to convey their thoughts, emotions and experiences. (Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Social behavior experts said teens have fewer safe spaces to gather, with technology-driven isolation complicating matters. It is more pronounced in …

A recent Surgeon General Advisory, highlighting parent burnout, calls for a shift in culture, policies and programs to ensure all parents and caregivers can thrive. (Adobe Stock)
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On the heels of warnings from federal health officials about parent burnout, school-linked programs in Minnesota are overhauling their approach so …

Experts said there is growing debate over whether waste incineration plants can be considered a form of renewable energy. Environmental advocates argued they are often located near communities suffering from environmental injustice. (Adobe Stock)
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Environmental groups in Minnesota are considering their next steps on the heels of a regulatory decision they said weakens the state's landmark carbon…

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Half of Missouri adults report having current medical debt or having had medical debt in the past five years and 39% report they currently have medical debt. (Valeri Luzina/Adobe Stock)
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The Missouri Foundation for Health has released two reports that reveal significant obstacles Missourians face in accessing affordable health care…

Mental-health professionals warn that people who have experienced fertility challenges can be at increased risk for postpartum depression, as well as those who have an unwanted pregnancy or a difficult birth. (Home-stock/Adobe Stock)
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September is Suicide Prevention Month, and a St. Louis doctor says there is hope for people experiencing postpartum depression. One in five women …

The American Heart Association said caregivers often experience personal and spiritual growth, discovering their own resilience, competence and capacity for sacrifice as they help a friend or loved one. (Justlight/Adobe Stock)
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September is Self-Care Awareness Month and the American Heart Association in Missouri is urging caregivers to take some much-needed time for themselve…

A 2024 Kaiser Family Foundation report showed 25.7% of Nebraskans reported having had a mental health illness over the previous year compared with 23.1% nationwide. (bnenin/Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
A 2024 study showed almost 26% of Nebraskans reported having a mental-health illness in the past year -- nearly 3% higher than the national average…

The American Postal Workers Union says inadequate staffing levels make it nearly impossible to meet their performance targets for delivery time for three- to five-day letters. (Lost_in_the_Midwest/Adobe Stock)
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American Postal Workers Union members are holding a nationwide "Day of Action" rally today to draw attention to a number of concerns, several of them …

The percentage of adult immigrants in the United States with a bachelor's degree or higher is roughly 35%, virtually the same as for U.S.-born adults. (Dragana Gordic/Adobe Stock)
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A diverse new coalition of dozens of Nebraska organizations is drawing attention to the state's need for more immigrants. Members of the Nebraska …

In 1979, cuts to Amtrak included the discontinuation of a long multistate route running through the southern half of North Dakota. (Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
This week, federal officials announced a new round of funding for passenger rail projects. It is part of a larger push to expand and restore service…

Industry leaders say one reason rural hospitals struggle to stay afloat is because they have to spend more to recruit staff at a time when there is plenty of competition for hiring doctors and nurses. (Adobe Stock)
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This month, a North Dakota network of rural hospitals enters its second year of trying to make local operations more efficient, so they can keep the …

A blood test is the only way to determine your cholesterol levels. (jarun011/Adobe Stock)
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On this last day of Cholesterol Education Month, groups such as the American Heart Association are highlighting the importance of knowing your …

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This round of debt relief forgave more than $14.6 million in medical debt for 7,717 residents of Lucas County after RIP acquired ProMedica's debt portfolio. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 4, 2024
Medical debt has long been a burden for many Americans, with millions struggling to pay off their healthcare bills. In the Buckeye State, however…

In 2021, 48 of 50 states recorded the highest number of online shopping fraud reports within the past five years. (A2Z AI/Adobe Stock)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Concert and sports fans in Ohio are expressing growing frustration over rising ticket prices and hidden fees. In response, Congress is considering …

FollowtheCrypto.org finds that the crypto industry provided more than $174 million for the 2024 election so far. (VideoFlow/Adobe Stock)
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As cryptocurrency becomes more prevalent, it's also making its way into the political arena. With millions of dollars being funneled into campaigns …

About 6,500 South Dakotans are in state or federal prisons, local jails and other kinds of facilities, according to the Prison Policy Initiative. (Wikimedia Commons)
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Recent problems in South Dakota prisons have concerned lawmakers, corrections commission members and family members of those incarcerated, who formed …

Some 83% of registered Democrats, 73% of Republicans and 83% of Independents support having open primary elections, according to a 2024 Clark University study. (Adobe Stock)
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Voters next month will be shaping how future elections operate in many states, including South Dakota, where nonpartisan primaries are on the ballot…

Connie Brushbreaker, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe in South Dakota, said she had to wait four months for the Indian Health Service to pay for an MRI and surgery she needed. Begging for funding "felt like I had to sell my soul to the IHS gods," she says. (Matt Gade for KFF Health News)
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By Arielle Zionts and Katheryn Houghton for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Kathleen Shannon for Greater Dakota News Service reporting for the KF…

In 2020, 36% of Wisconsin voters told the Marquette Law School Poll that political disagreements negatively affected personal interactions with another voter. That number jumped to 46% in the current election cycle. (Adobe Stock)
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Friday, October 4, 2024
A new poll out this week shows nearly half of Wisconsin voters stopped talking about politics with someone because of disagreements over the president…

According to industry data, Wisconsin is currently home to more than 70,000 clean energy jobs. (Adobe Stock)
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Federal data show health care and technology-related jobs are still in high demand but a career in clean energy is now at the top of the list, too…

The Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association said more than two-thirds of Wisconsinites rely on groundwater for drinking water. If private or community wells become contaminated, there are different levels of state rules on contamination levels for state financial assistance. (Adobe Stock)
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Running your kitchen faucet and suspecting the water is contaminated can be a scary thought. A number of Wisconsinites are familiar with this…

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