Livestock Downed for Market As Farmers Warn Of Waste
Farmers report more cattle and other livestock classified as non-ambulatory and killed at processing plants at owners' expense. They blame animal rights activism and fear rising waste as numbers grow nationwide. Nearby West Texas residents seek healing after deadly fertilizer plant blast.
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Road safety upgrades on Pheasant Lane and Highway 965
Improvements to Pheasant Lane and Highway 965 aim to reduce crashes by enhancing signage, lighting, and bike lanes. The projects address heavy automobile and bicycle traffic to boost safety for drivers and cyclists.
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Boston Marathon bombing suspect faces charges while recovering
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 19, lies wounded and hospitalized under guard as federal prosecutors prepare charges. Reports say he is answering questions in writing after being shot and injured in the manhunt following the Boston Marathon attack.
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Health study links military family deployment to child risk
A University of Iowa psychiatry biostatistics professor discusses research showing deployed parents affect children across grades. Studies note increased anxiety, isolation, financial stress for guardians, with younger kids showing separation anxiety and decline in school performance while older children may become angry or withdrawn.
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Restaurants grapple with kids meals health standards
A CSPI report finds 97 percent of major chain children’s meals are unhealthful. Health advocates press for better options as parents question demand for lower calories and more vegetables while chains cite gradual progress. Examples include Olive Garden ravioli meal and Chick-fil-A nuggets with fruit.
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