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Dear EarthTalk: Do nature, plants and animals have legal rights? The question of whether nature, encompassing plants and animals, should possess rights is a complex and contentious one. Humans have long exerted dominance over the natural world, but a growing movement argues for recognizing the inherent value and rights of nature. Advocates of this view,…

Westfield Washington Historical Society & Museum are looking for volunteers for their latest car show and are hosting a meeting for volunteers. They are in need of vintage cars, trucks or antique engines for a car show at the historical society’s Barker Log Cabin grand opening and bicentennial celebration Saturday, June 3rd. Have to be…

By: Casey Smith In a recent advisory opinion, the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission doubled down on expectations that public officials and government lawyers avoid potential conflicts when moving between public and private service, or when moving from one government agency to another. Up for interpretation is Indiana Professional Conduct Rules as they apply to…

(StatePoint) As temperatures rise and the days get longer, it’s time for grilling and get-togethers. Make sure your summer soirees are extra special by stocking up on top kitchen essentials. Gear for Grill Masters . To be a great grill master, you need the best gear! Build up your BBQ basics with a new Prep…

Dear EarthTalk: I don’t get how cryptocurrency is so bad for the environment? Cryptocurrency’s impact on the environment is a big cause for concern. While cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) offer various benefits, such as decentralized transactions and financial inclusivity, their underlying technology, known as blockchain, has significant environmental drawbacks. One of the main environmental issues…

By: John Grimaldi This week Rebecca Weber, CEO of the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC), interviewed Congressman Dr. Scott DesJarlais (R-TN) on AMAC’s Better For America podcast. They discussed the Helping Everyone Access Long Term Healthcare (HEALTH) Act, a measure that was inspired by AMAC founder Dan Weber and of which Rep. DesJarlais is…

(StatePoint) The warm weather months serve as an important reminder that the choices you make can help you keep your skin healthy and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Experts say that your routine can and should go beyond simply wearing sunscreen. “Taking care of your skin is absolutely essential no matter your age,…

JC Fresh Farms produces a record 315,700 pounds of grape/medley tomatoes during the second week of May. Orangeline Farms produces a record of over 14,000 cases of sweet snack peppers the same week. Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining and industrial…

Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and a group of Senate Republicans reintroduced legislation to help recover funds lost to unemployment insurance (UI) fraud and provide incentives for states to recover fraudulent payments. The introduction of the legislation follows ongoing concerns that just a sliver of the funds lost…