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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.

Backers of the Freedom to Vote Act said it would strengthen democracy by securing voting rights, eliminating partisan gerrymandering, reforming campaign finance laws and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. (Adobe Stock)
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Nonprofit leaders from around the country gathered on Capitol Hill this week, pushing for what they're calling "sweeping democracy reforms" in …

Alabama public schools remain on high alert following a surge of online threats targeting schools, resulting in multiple arrests this week. (Adobe Stock)<br />
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Montgomery County officials are asking students to use social media responsibly following a series of arrests stemming from online threats to local sc…

The Alabama Forestry Commission has identified almost 5,000 southern pine beetle spots across the state, with an average mortality of 191 pine trees per spot. (Adobe Stock)
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Alabama's economy is heavily supported by its forestry industry - but is facing a new challenge, with a widespread outbreak of the southern pine …

Some 36,000 Arkansas Medicare beneficiaries used insulin in 2020. (motortion/Adobe Stock)
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Arkansans who are on Medicare will see big savings next year thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. The Act will cap prescription drug costs…

The electric vehicle stations will have both fast and slow charging ports. (Mike Mareen/Adobe Stock)
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The Ozark Regional Transit Authority will use a $14.9 million federal grant to build electric vehicle charging stations around northwest Arkansas…

Food deserts are regions where people have limited access to healthful and affordable food due to income, location, or transportation issues. (Prostock-studio/Adobe Stock)
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By Daniel Breen and Josie Lenora for Little Rock Public Radio.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Arkansas News Service reporting for the Little Rock …

According to the Annie E. Casey Foundation, up to $31 trillion in U.S. economic activity hinges on helping young people complete learning delayed by the pandemic. (Pixabay)
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Palm Beach County schools are working to curb chronic absenteeism, which has surged since the pandemic. Nearly 39% of Palm Beach County students …

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported social determinants of health prevent many people from racial and ethnic minority groups from having fair opportunities for economic, physical and emotional health. (PNW Production/Pexels)
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While the United States has made strides in improving maternal care, disparities in access to quality health care persist, particularly for Black …

According to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, fewer than 5% of youths arrested have any gang alert on their record. However, those with gang alerts are more likely to have been first arrested at age 12 or younger, and more likely to be serious, violent and chronic offenders. (athree23/Pixabay)
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A new report revealed while the United States has made significant progress in reducing youth incarceration rates, troubling disparities still exist…

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Backers of the Freedom to Vote Act said it would strengthen democracy by securing voting rights, eliminating partisan gerrymandering, reforming campaign finance laws and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.(Adobe Stock)
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Nonprofit leaders from around the country gathered on Capitol Hill Tuesday, pushing for what they are calling "sweeping democracy reforms," in …

Around 17 million people attempt to get a new Social Security card every year. (Adobe Stock)
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In Georgia, the demand for Social Security cards is soaring, with nearly 34,000 residents in Gwinnett County alone requesting appointments for new …

According to state data, one in eight Georgia teens suffers from depression. (Adobe Stock)
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With students back in classrooms, the mental health of Georgia's youth is a top priority and one group is working to make sure students have access …

The U.S. Census Bureau's supplemental poverty measure rose to just under 13% in 2023, up from 12.4% in 2022, despite an increase in median household incomes nationwide. (Adobe Stock)
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
More Kentucky households struggled to meet their basic needs last year, according to new Census data. Kentucky has the sixth-highest children's …

Around 2,250 adults with serious mental illness each year, on average, receive psychiatric treatment at the University of Louisville Hospital. (Adobe Stock)
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Monday, September 16, 2024
A U.S. Department of Justice investigation has found Kentucky is failing to provide access to community-based mental health services for people who …

In Kentucky, federal investments are spurring job growth in construction, creating opportunities in clean energy and setting the stage for a potential upswing in manufacturing, according to a new report by the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy. (Adobe Stock)
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More jobs are available now in Kentucky compared with the past couple of years and many are better-paying union jobs driven by federal investments…

A proposed industrial complex in St. James Parish would be one of the largest plastic complexes of its kind. (Adobe Stock)
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Monday, September 16, 2024
This is Pollution Prevention Week and advocates are renewing their call for one plastics manufacturer to clean up its act. An August demonstration …

The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana opened a recycling collection operation in 2023 after receiving a $565,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency. (Adobe Stock)
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By Taylar Dawn Stagner for Grist.Broadcast version by Mark Richardson for Louisiana News Connection reporting for the Grist-Public News Service Collab…

A letter signed by more 500 faith leaders was delivered to Citibank headquarters, calling on them to stop funding climate destruction and aggressively enable a green energy transition. (Péter Mács/Adobe Stock)
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Environmental activists of various faiths and denominations are spending the summer protesting on Wall Street to highlight the effects financial marke…

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At least 25 state prison systems and federal prisons offer copay waivers for chronic conditions and 13 states provide copay exemptions for pregnancy-related care. (photogeek/Adobe Stock)
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Researchers have found that higher copays for health care obstruct access to receiving care behind bars, even as prison populations in Mississippi …

Operation Good works to improve life in Mississippi and recently held a community block party, inviting single moms and their kids to help to curb violence in Jackson. (Photo courtesy of Operation Good)
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A new initiative for single mothers and their sons is helping to combat crime and empower vulnerable community members in Jackson. The nonprofit …

Many Latinos consider the Mississippi River a vital part of their cultural identity. More than half of Latinos live within 10 miles of the river and a significant portion frequently visit nearby parks and trails for recreational activities. (EWY Media/Adobe Stock)
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The latest survey of Latino voters in Mississippi and nine other states reveals overwhelming support for environmental initiatives, with 87% favoring …

According to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction's annual budget report, the state receives more than $1.10 billion in federal funding outside of funds from the child nutrition and COVID relief programs. (Michael Ireland/Adobe Stock)
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
From gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson to Superintendent of Public Instruction hopeful Michele Morrow, some Republicans running for office have …

Public education advocates believe without adequate funding, North Carolina's public schools will continue to face severe challenges, including teacher shortages, lack of support staff and deteriorating facilities. (Adobe Stock)
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Advocates for public education are reacting to the North Carolina House passing legislation to funnel millions of state dollars into private school vo…

In 2023, there were more than 4,000 suspected overdose deaths in North Carolina. (Adobe Stock)
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In Robeson County, the opioid crisis is exposing the need for increased addiction support. The Southeastern Prevention and Addiction Recovery …

The ocean is a good place to cool off on summer days but water safety is key, especially for children. (richardbarrow/Adobe Stock)
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South Carolina and much of the country has seen extreme heat since summer began but people still want to enjoy the outdoors and a few tips can help th…

About 40% of children in America have had one or more adverse childhood experiences such as divorce, incarceration of a parent, domestic violence or even witnessing a violent act, 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 South Carolina near the bottom of the 50 states in economic well-being, education and family …

Clapper rails find food, shelter and a place to raise their young in the highly productive South Carolina salt marsh habitat. (South Carolina Department of Natural Resources)
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With hurricane season underway, South Carolina's 344,000 acres of salt marshes are the first line of defense for the state's lowcountry against storm …

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In Fiscal Year 2023, Tennessee's Department of Correction allocated about $907 million for incarceration expenses, not including capital expenditures. (Adobe Stock)
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Tennessee's justice system may be getting a makeover, as a forum on Thursday will cover new ideas to modernize it. The Sycamore Institute event will …

One year of nuclear weapons spending could fund an estimated one-third of the costs for climate change adaptation in developing countries, and solarize more than 16.5 million homes. (Hamara/Adobe Stock)
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Monday, September 16, 2024
A Knoxville-based environmental group is raising awareness about increasing U.S. nuclear weapons spending and supporting this week's global effort to …

In March, 65% of Republicans and 63% of Democrats supported allowing a leader of Israel to speak on campus. By June, support among Republicans increased to 73%, while it remained unchanged at 63% for Democrats. (Nopommajun/Adobe Stock)
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A recent study by Vanderbilt University found that Americans generally love free speech, but their views change occasionally. One instance of this …

Menhaden are forage fish species and filter feeders, each capable of filtering up to seven gallons of water per minute. (Photo of female Osprey with Menhaden/TRCP)
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
In Virginia's waters, the decline of a small but critically important fish is causing growing concern among conservation groups and fishermen alike…

Data from the Electric School Bus Initiative finds Virginia is one of the top states to own and purchase clean school buses. (Adobe Stock)
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Monday, September 16, 2024
Virginia kids are heading back to school in a more environmentally friendly way. School districts and counties statewide are making the switch to …

The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act would restore parts of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 weakened by the Supreme Court's 2013 decision in Shelby v. Holder. (Adobe Stock)
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Groups from Virginia and across the country are working with federal lawmakers to improve voting rights. They are building support for voting rights …

The nation's child poverty rate increased 1.3 percentage points to 13.7 percent in 2023, according to newly released Census data. (Adobe Stock)
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Monday, September 16, 2024
The number of West Virginia children living in poverty remains among the highest in the nation, and more children are living in households struggling …

More than 200 child care centers in West Virginia closed between 2018 and 2019, according to ChildCare Aware. (Adobe Stock)<br />
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West Virginia lawmakers will convene for a Special Session on Sept. 30, with the state's child care crisis, proposed income tax cuts and supplemental …

Solar panels on the roof of Lifeline Church of God in Princeton, W.Va. (Resource Rural)
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Wayne County Schools and a church in Princeton have installed solar panels with help from the Inflation Reduction Act, local grants and solar …

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