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While admittedly still in its infancy, Ben Hartman sees Indiana as well positioned to become a national leader in the burgeoning hemp production industry.

Brad Stephens stood in the kitchen of a newly renovated Southeast Roanoke house, sounding like a real estate agent trying to close a deal. “New cabinets,” he said, pointing to the island counter in the middle of the room and the cabinets along the walls. “New appliances. New windows. The backsplash will be finished next week. … It’s a really nice space.” The house stands atop a rise above the busy four-lane stretch where Jamison Avenue becomes Dale Avenue in the Be...

Electric vehicles make up a tiny fraction of cars in Minnesota. But that is going to change.

CONCORD — On Thurs., March 18, NHBSR’s Volunteer Fair will spotlight the incredible work of New Hampshire’s leading nonprofits. The virtual event will not only highlight the inspiring impact of

Herald-Banner staff report Mar 7, 2021 The local electric utility system is consider taking out a loan to help pay the bills associated with last month’s devastating winter storm. Courtesy logo The local electric utility system is consider taking out a loan to help pay the bills associated with last month’s devastating winter storm. GEUS announced Friday that the GEUS Board of Trustees will consider securing short-term financing. “At this time, the...

Vinton plans to borrow $4.3 million to complete water and sewer upgrades, resulting in modest rate hikes for its more than 5,000 utility customers in eastern Roanoke County. Two large projects, one each for sewer and water, require $4 million to fund, with a third, smaller project also identified for completion in the near future, after the town council approves measures to borrow the money, said Vinton Town Manager Pete Peters. For a bit more than $2 million, Vinton is converting its more than...

High school students in Lamar County are learning life-long lessons through a program offered by the Texas Workforce Commission through the Lamar County Shared Services Arrangement. Through the program, students are taught a state-based curriculum in preparing them for the workforce that include job skills, problem-solving skills, team building and money management. Local businesses then hire them for part-time positions giving them the extra responsibilities on top of their school load. LCSSA ...

With the help of some longtime equestrians, a group of children are still searching for a forever home for at-risk horses.

Brad Stephens stood in the kitchen of a newly renovated Southeast Roanoke house, sounding like a real estate agent trying to close a deal. “New cabinets,” he said, pointing to the island counter in the middle of the room and the cabinets along the walls. “New appliances. New windows. The backsplash will be finished next week. … It’s a really nice space.” The house stands atop a rise above the busy four-lane stretch where Jamison Avenue becomes Dale Avenue in the Be...

Carol Mauro did what lots of other homebound folks did when COVID-19 hit last year.