Votes at a glance: Cape Girardeau board approves recovery school funding and $50,000 local foods grant The Cape Girardeau Public Schools board approved acceptance of a recovery high school grant and a $50,000 local foods grant at its Feb. 2 meeting; the board also carried the consent agenda and agenda in voice votes.

Cape Girardeau Public Schools just secured vital funding for a new recovery high school and a $50,000 boost for local food purchases in school meals!

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Vermont Food Bank asks for $1.5 million to expand "Vermonters Feeding Vermonters" farm-purchase program Carrie Taylor of the Vermont Food Bank asked the Senate committee for a $1.5 million FY26 budget adjustment to fully fund Vermonters Feeding Vermonters, saying the funds would be spent with Vermont farms to buy local food for distribution to food shelves, meal sites and partner organizations; committee members asked about meat purchasing, freezer capacity and program logistics.

The Vermont Food Bank is requesting $1.5 million to expand their "Vermonters Feeding Vermonters" program, aiming to support local farms and provide free food to those in need.

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County officials propose sustainable local farming initiative to boost community economy Local leaders aim to establish a closed loop farming model to support county agriculture.

Warren County is gearing up to revolutionize its economy by championing local agriculture and promoting a closed-loop business model that keeps resources in the community.

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Department establishes Farm to School grant program to enhance local food use Legislation creates grants for K-12 schools to utilize local foods and educate students

Massachusetts has launched a groundbreaking grant program to empower K-12 schools to embrace local foods and enrich student education!

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Vermont defines local food standards for consumer protection and transparency Vermont establishes criteria for local food products to enhance consumer protection.

Vermont lawmakers are redefining "local" food, sparking a debate that could change how we connect with our agricultural roots and ensure transparency for consumers.

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