Water flow in prairie watersheds is increasingly unpredictable — but AI could help | The-14 Water flow in the Prairies is becoming harder to predict. New AI models combined with physics could improve forecasts, helping communities manage floods.

Water flow in prairie watersheds is increasingly unpredictable — but AI could help
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As the legislative session winds down, we have a few more issues of Policy Watch to look forward to. In the mean time, catch up on Paul Johnson's reporting from the Capitol @ kansasruralcenter.org/policy-watch
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HIV service organizations urge Senate to secure PrEP/PEP access, expand prescriber authority Representatives of three AIDS service organizations told the committee H.611 should include language to preserve broad access to PrEP and PEP, reduce administrative barriers, and allow pharmacists to prescribe these medications to improve access in rural and underserved communities.

Vermont's battle for better HIV prevention just heated up as experts push for easier access to life-saving PrEP and PEP medications!

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The way things work. I’m just not involved this time… My rural area in getting the rural high speed internet install…. It’s a long process so I won’t comment on all of it, but… last Wednesday-Thursday the one-call folks were out dutifully marki...

The way things work. I’m just not involved this time… #RuralInternet #HighSpeedInternet #InternetAccess #DigitalDivide #RuralCommunities

A Laird of Our Times: Coigach, Tanera Mòr and the philanthropy of hedge fund manager Ian Wace | Simon Taylor in 'Bella Caledonia':
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In rural GA, new effort builds arts access where resources are scarce Beginning this month in Perry, the Georgia Arts Innovation Network at Georgia Tech is piloting a six-month program to help small- to mid-sized arts organizations and businesses build sustainable…

A new pilot from Georgia Tech is helping rural arts organizations build more sustainable operations. The six‑month program brings strategy, marketing, and efficiency tools to communities where arts resources are often limited.
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The REHUBS Rural Micro Hub in #Thessaly hosted a #CoCreation workshop in Karditsa, bringing together farmers, experts & local actors to explore local climate risks & challenges.

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Rural Illinois sites eyed for future data centers Illinois continues to be a hot spot for data center construction. Rural areas are next on the list and residents are worried.Illinois has 178 data centers and 50 data center

Illinois is already a hotspot for data centers — and now rural communities are in the spotlight for new projects. Residents say concerns go beyond jobs to land use, water, power, and quality of life. Here’s what researchers found.
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Governor Stein Kicks Off Rural Listening Tour | WNC Times Today Governor Josh Stein kicked off his rural listening session series. He met with business leaders, local elected officials, and other leaders to h...

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📢 Last chance to register! Join us tomorrow as we explore how community-led innovation tackles isolation in rural areas. Featuring insights from CardiffUni, Eurocarers, and experts from 🇪🇪, 🇮🇪 and 🇵🇹.

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Have we passed ‘peak sheep’? | The-14 UK sheep numbers are declining as diets, subsidies and farming economics change. Can new roles in conservation, grazing and wool support national flocks future?

Have we passed ‘peak sheep’?
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TCSW Community Support Fund Texoma Center for Sustainable Welfare (TCSW) supports families and their pets through practical, dignity‑centered assistance.

A lot of our work happens behind the scenes, connecting with families, helping pets in transition, and building long‑term support for our community. These small, quiet moments are the heart of what we do.
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House adopts conference report on 2026 omnibus appropriations after floor debate The House adopted the conference committee report on Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 59 98 (2026 omnibus appropriations). Speakers debated budget tradeoffs, the new income tax assumption and rural impacts before the House passed the plan by roll call.

The Washington State House has just passed a contentious budget bill amid heated debates on its impact on core services and rural communities.

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Environmental Groups & Rural Minnesotans Say State Must Protect Water for Everyone  ⋆ CURE CURE and four other environmental organizations sue the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency under the Minnesota Environmental Rights Act  Across southern Minnesota, people are watching rivers creep closer to homes, roads wash out after heavy rains, and drinking water bills climb while the state agency charged with protecting Minnesotans’ water has declined to take action. That’s […]

🌾💧 Rural Minnesotans face flooding and pollution from unregulated ag drainage. After their petition to MPCA was rejected, CURE and other environmental groups are asking a judge to make MPCA enforce state law and protect Minnesotans!

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Burleson County court approves applying for federal opioid-response grant The Commissioners Court authorized applying to the Bureau of Justice Assistance COSSUP 'Reaching Rural' initiative to address opioid and stimulant substance use in rural communities.

Burleson County is taking a bold step by applying for federal support to combat the growing opioid and stimulant crisis in rural areas!

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Data centers are expanding fast. What tools do communities have to protect local interests Join CURE for a webinar on Community Benefit Agreements with Sarah K. Friedman of the Better Data Center Project.

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PTAC members stress conveners, simplification and predictable funding as keys to multi‑payer alignment Members of PTAC told HHS officials that successful multi‑payer alignment requires strong conveners, simplified programs and predictable multiyear funding, and they flagged operational challenges such as attribution, risk adjustment and Medicare Advantage engagement.

PTAC members are calling for a transformative shift in healthcare, emphasizing the need for stronger partnerships, simplified programs, and stable funding to achieve multi-payer alignment.

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Impact of Second Home Restrictions on Rural Communities in Northumberland Beadnell, a village on the Northumberland coast, was among the first in the UK to implement a ban on new homes being used as second homes or holiday lets, aiming to revitalize local communities. Nearly eight years after the introduction of the policy, the number of permanent residents has increased, bringing new social life, clubs, and community activities. Despite this, some challenges remain, including unsold properties, occasional misuse of residency rules, and the limited scope of the policy, which only applies to new developments. Other villages in the region have adopted similar measures, while politicians like Tim Farron advocate for planning law reforms to further restrict holiday lets and second homes to preserve community cohesion. While supporters argue the policy helps maintain village life and support affordable housing, critics caution that tourism is essential for local economies, with holidaymakers contributing significantly to businesses such as pubs, restaurants, and shops. Authorities continue to explore ways to balance permanent residency, tourism, and affordable housing needs to ensure the sustainability of rural communities.

Impact of Second Home Restrictions on Rural Communities in Northumberland

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🎙️ NEW POD: What does sustainable agriculture look like in Northern Ireland? DAERA Minister @AndrewMuir MLA joins us to talk farming, biodiversity and rural communities. #NorthernIreland #RuralCommunities

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Senate HHS interviews four candidates for Nebraska Rural Health Advisory Commission; focus on rural workforce and loan-repayment programs Four gubernatorial reappointments to the Nebraska Rural Health Advisory Commission described persistent provider shortages, long dental and medical wait times in rural communities, and support for expanding programs such as RHOP and student loan repayment to recruit clinicians.

Rural Nebraska is grappling with critical clinician shortages and long wait times for medical care, but innovative loan-repayment programs could hold the key to attracting providers back to these communities.

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Small and remote communities depend on community organizations for a range of supports, including youth programs, family services and outreach.

Flexible approaches help ensure people can access help close to home across B.C.

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Food Bank of Alaska outlines statewide reach, says 1 in 7 Alaskans face hunger At a Feb. 12 House Tribal Affairs Committee hearing, Food Bank of Alaska officials said the bank and its network served 185 rural communities, distributed over 10 million pounds of food last year and continue to press for better SNAP access and shipping funds to reach remote villages.

One in seven Alaskans faces hunger, and the Food Bank of Alaska is on a mission to change that by reaching even the most remote communities with essential food supplies.

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