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New book details how ‘barons’ took over American agriculture

“Barons,” published Tuesday by Austin Frerick, a native Iowan and Yale University food policy fellow, argues that a runaway process of monopoly has gutted rural America while bleeding the taste from American food.

Grants for Small Towns and Rural Areas Focus on Enhancing Civic Life

A new philanthropic organization will roll out $10 million in grants to rural communities and small towns in 2024, funding projects aimed at enhancing civic participation.

What the ‘Right to Disconnect’ Could Mean for California Employers

A new bill introduced in California would give employees the right to ignore messages from their employer in non-working hours. Here’s what employers need to know.

After years of trying, the U.S. government may finally mandate safer table saws

Table saws are widely considered the most dangerous power tool, and approximately 30,000 blade-contact injuries require medical treatment each year in the United States. About 4,000 result in amputations that can be career-ending for some professional carpenters and contractors. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says that when a person is hospitalized, the societal cost per table saw injury exceeds $500,000 when you also factor in loss of income and pain and suffering.

The Strongest Town Contest: Final Four Features

“Here’s the Real Reason Houston is Going Broke”

Shining A Spotlight On A Must-See Legacy Home – Everlog Systems

Breathtaking by day, but at night, this nocturnal masterpiece not only accentuates the architectural brilliance of the residence but also enhances the surrounding landscaping, including a synthetic putting green.

Nation’s ‘largest’ rail investment entices Montana passenger rail advocates

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Friday made $2.4 billion available to help local railroads modernize both freight and passenger rail infrastructure, and the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority may consider several projects.