9/11 and the long arc of U S foreign policy
The piece traces 9 11 as a turning point shaping a two decade era of war and militarized governance. It notes alliances fraying, a shift from a global leadership role to contested influence, and the rise of anti immigrant sentiment alongside evolving domestic politics. It highlights Afghanistan and Iraq, NATO, and the costs of war, with a wary eye on future U S strategy.
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Farmers Grow Quick Sunflowers on Kansas Farm
Ted Grinter describes his sunflower crop maturing from bloom to decline while using a 16 row planter. The Grinter farm remains a Kansas staple with a history spanning decades. Kris notes oil shocks from the 1970s as a major concern for farmers.
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Sunflower venture faces crushers and drought woes
The Grinters and the Hun singers harvest sunflowers in October hoping to fuel a local machine with sunflower oil. Ted and his dad push farmers to back a crusher, but most decline. Last year heavy rain ruined crops. this year two crops are planted two weeks apart. Wempe-Bellinger photographs her daughter in the field as children explore the flowers and mud, true to childhood.
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Douglas County Health Order Covers Masking For Children
COVID LDCPH urges CDC guidance wear masks in indoor public spaces. On Aug. 18 Douglas County leaders approved a health order requiring unvaccinated or ineligible children to wear masks indoors with exceptions. Visit LDCHealth.org/COVIDVaccine for vaccine appointments and incentives.
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