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Cesar Chavez’s Legacy Under Scrutiny

March 17, 2026

The United Farm Workers has decided to stop all planned events honoring its founder, Cesar Chavez, after receiving what it calls “troubling allegations. ” The union did not specify the claims but described them as serious enough to warrant action. A number of celebrations across the country have alr

business

Grains, Trade Checks and Weather: What Happened on March 17

March 17, 2026

Corn prices nudged up early in the morning, moving a few cents higher as farmers and traders reacted to fresh market data. May corn saw a small rise, while soybeans also edged up slightly; the byproducts of soy—meal and oil—displayed mixed movements, with meal falling and oil climbing. Wheat showed

politics

Cattle Crisis in Siberia: Farmers Protest Forced Culls

March 17, 2026

The Novosibirsk region in Russia has declared a state of emergency to control an outbreak of cattle disease. Authorities say five cases of pasteurellosis and 42 rabies incidents were found, prompting the removal of many farm animals. Farmers argue that pasteurellosis can be treated with antibiotics

politics

Celebration of Farm and Fuel at the White House

March 17, 2026

President Trump has arranged a gathering for farmers and biofuel makers on March 27, aiming to honor the role of agriculture in America. The invitation signals a push to spotlight renewable fuels and support rural communities. While the event is slated for the White House, details remain sketchy as

science

Why Bamboo Sheaths Change Color: A Simple Look at the Science

March 17, 2026

"Bamboo is famous for tasty shoots, but what makes their outer sheaths look so different? Scientists studied five types of a popular bamboo called Chimonobambusa utilis. Each type was named C1 through C5, and researchers measured how bright or dull each sheath looked. One variety, C1, had a very lig

weather

Wind, Snow and Sudden Chill Hit Northeast Ohio

March 16, 2026

Early Monday a cold front pushed through the region, turning a mild start into a windy and wet day. Rain fell while gusts of 20 to 30 mph hit the area, with spikes up to 55 mph that could toss loose objects and knock down branches. A wind advisory is in place until 8 p. m. , so drivers with trucks o

education

New Outdoor Learning Hub Opens for Arkansas Tech Students

March 15, 2026

Arkansas Tech University is expanding its hands‑on teaching options with a fresh outdoor program. A former graduate has donated $50, 000 to create a fund that will help students pay for trips to Crooked Creek Ranch, a 500‑acre site near Yellville. The ranch sits next to the Arkansas Game and Fish Co

weather

Windy Weather Alert and Rising Temperatures Ahead

March 15, 2026

A strong wind warning is in effect until 7 PM across the I‑25 corridor, Eastern Plains, and parts of the High Country. Winds are expected to reach 30–40 mph on average, with gusts that could hit up to 65 mph. At the same time, a winter weather advisory covers portions of the High Country until 3 

health

From Pain to Poetry: A Night that Changed Lives

March 15, 2026

The evening in Iowa City felt like a quiet storm. William O’Neal II, a poet working on his latest manuscript, chose the Dublin Underground bar as a makeshift studio. The place was tucked away yet full of history, its walls lined with old liquor bottles that whispered stories. He liked the space b

sports

A High School Basketball Showdown: Teamwork Triumphs Over Individual Brilliance

March 15, 2026

In a thrilling high school basketball championship game, Pewamo-Westphalia emerged victorious against Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac. The match was a spectacle of skill and strategy, with both teams bringing their A-game. The Pirates from Pewamo-Westphalia started strong, building a 17-7 le