A tug-of-war between conservationists and developers over water continues in the state as the Great Salt Lake continues to drop to record low levels.

4^th of July Kids’ Parade Thank You

I would like to say thank you to all of our sponsors and volunteers that helped make the 4^th of July Kids’ Parade a success again this year. If I missed anybody that should be listed below, I apologize and greatly appreciate your help!

The Democratic nominee for the South Dakota gubernatorial race named a colleague in the state House of Representatives as his running mate Thursday.

Raise the Wage Nebraska, the campaign behind a ballot initiative to increase the state’s minimum wage to $15 by 2026, submitted over 152,00 signatures to the secretary of state on July 7.

Twelve attorneys general filed an opening brief Friday in a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for changes made this year to energy and water efficiency standards for dishwashers and washing machines.

Voters are going to have one less option come Election Day in Wisconsin.

This dish is reminiscent of shrimp scampi but is veggie-centric with its mix of potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. The potatoes are partially cooked in the microwave before sautéing, for a meal that's on the table in 30 minutes.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will survey producers in 32 states

Kids go to school for many reasons. Where and when depends on their age, location, parental preference and local policies.

Birthdays

July 11

• Brock Stoker
• Darul Frederick
• Martha Johnson
• Douglas Weber

July 12

• Jeremiah Ramirez
• Mary Englehardt
• Michelle Wyatt

July 13

• Bill Barlow
• David Woolsey
• Charlie Vasquez III
• Jennifer Bowers
• Charles Crow

July 14

• Leslie Maggart
• Kevin Davis
• Bobbi Lord
• Tracy Smith* In Memory
• Ashley R.