Holiday travel to rise as fewer Kansas troopers work
Traffic expects a 3 to 4 percent increase on the Kansas Turnpike with 47 troopers funded by the Turnpike Authority and fewer state troopers due to budget limits. Officials caution drivers to wear seat belts and drive defensively as past holidays saw 944 accidents and four fatalities, with higher costs at the pump and cold, clear conditions across the state.
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Heritage turkeys gain footing as small farmers push biodiversity
In Linesville near Pittsburgh heritage breeds such as Narragansett, Bourbon Red and Jersey Buff attract attention as consumers seek richer flavors and biodiversity. Bill Yockey raises about 500 heritage turkeys yearly while working as a social worker, selling meat at about 2.75 per pound. Slow Food links growers with buyers to support family farms and preserve rare breeds.
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Wintry weather slows travel in Northeast
A heavy wet snow blanketed the Northeast slowing travel as millions journey for the holiday weekend. Forecasters expected up to 6 inches in Connecticut and around New York City, with 4 inches in parts of New Jersey. State and contractor trucks mobilized to clear roads while travelers faced longer wait times and higher costs nationwide.
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