AK: Oil, gas big issues in race for governor
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The race to be Alaska's governor boils down to the economy and, in this state, that means revenue from oil and natural gas.
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AL: Rally set for Saturday to protest bingo casino shutdowns
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Organizers said this morning they hope to draw 25,000 to a rally Saturday to protest the forced shutdown of non-Indian electronic bingo casinos and to fight for more jobs.
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AL: Advertiser Editorial -- State's Black Belt remains troubled
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Probably each Alabama governor over the past five decades has talked about the need to improve the economy of Alabama's rural Black Belt counties. Some of them have tried to do something about it.
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AL: Black Belt commission honors Riley
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Some prominent leaders and busi nessmen in the Black Belt have been critical of Gov. Bob Riley in the last two years, accusing him of killing jobs with his Task Force on Illegal Gambling.
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AL: Loans will begin in December to help Alabama businesses save energy
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Alabama is preparing to launch a $25 million revolving loan program in December to help businesses make upgrades that save energy and reduce operating cases.
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AR: Survey -- Public cool to sales tax, bonds for road work
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A sales tax and highway bonds, both high on the Blue Ribbon Committee on Highway Finance's list of possible new road funding sources, got low marks from the public in an unscientific survey on the panel's website, according to results released today.
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CA: State defers schools, welfare program payments
From: feeds.stateline.org
"State leaders on Monday used a recently passed law to delay payment of nearly $3 billion in funds to K-12 public education and a welfare program, a decision that officials acknowledged will exacerbate difficulties for school districts and counties that already have had to lay off workers.
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CA: 85,000 lost health insurance in Sacramento area, UCLA study finds
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Researchers issued yet another grim statistic Monday on the toll of the recession: 2 million additional Californians – 85,000 of them in the capital region – lost their health care coverage during the recent economic slide.
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CA: Governor nears deadline for November ballot initiative
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has demanded that lawmakers put a measure on the ballot to strengthen the state's "rainy-day fund" as part of any budget agreement he signs this year.
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CO: Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter to announce more budget cuts today
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Gov. Bill Ritter is set to announce another round of budget cuts on Monday as part of the state's continuing fiscal emergency.
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CT: State's water bottle fund high and dry
From: feeds.stateline.org
"SALISBURY, Conn. -- The state had hoped to raise up to $17 million a year from unclaimed nickel deposits on plastic water bottles, but that revenue stream has slowed to a trickle because people aren't buying water bottles, let alone recycling them.
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CT: Work begins on toxic dig in Hamden
From: feeds.stateline.org
"HAMDEN, Conn. -- It might have been a normal-looking excavation on Charlie Patterson's front lawn, but for the men in green protective suits and booties over their shoes.
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DE: No tainted eggs reported in Del. stores
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Even though a half-billion eggs have been recalled as a part of a nationwide salmonella scare, officials in Delaware contend that eggs sold in supermarkets here remain safe. "We have received no reports that those eggs have found their way to Delaware," said Anne Fitzgerald, a spokeswoman for the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
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FL: Greer's reimbursement check to GOP falls short, and bounces
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Indicted former state Republican chairman Jim Greer sued the state party for allegedly reneging on a promised $123,000 severance package. But it seems he also decided he owed the party some money for questionable expenses. Accused of illegally siphoning off party funds as chairman, Greer in July wrote a $7,339.21 check to the Florida GOP, apparently to reimburse it for certain expenses. The check bounced.
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FL: Bill McCollum's lead over Rick Scott narrowing, newest poll shows
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A weekend of last-minute polling shows that the primary race for governor continues to be volatile as a new Quinnipiac University poll released Monday shows Attorney General Bill McCollum's lead narrowing to 39 to 35 percent against insurgent Rick Scott.
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FL: Many feel property tax policy just isn't fair
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Ten years ago, Vivian Rodr guez bought a house in Kendall and adopted two girls from Guatemala. She was a single mom and worked two jobs -- at a law firm and selling tickets at a theater. Just before moving, one of the girls was diagnosed with a medical problem that required two years of physical therapy. The new house was far from the hospital, so she had to postpone the move.
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FL: Awash in skepticism, Jackson budget OK'd
From: feeds.stateline.org
"With members expressing concern about the accuracy of financial projections and the lack of a long-term plan, Jackson Health System's governing board voted Monday, 11-1, to approve a proposed 2011 budget that almost breaks even.
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GA: A fat waste of money
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Obesity costs are playing havoc with the state budget, so what does South Carolina do? Find ways to encourage and reward healthy living? Nope. It's going to give obese state employees more benefits.
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GA: Georgia among biggest job losers
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Georgia was nearly the worst for year-over-year job losses in July.
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IA: First, agree on Iowa development goals
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Iowa governor's race has focused of late on the state's role in economic development. The question is whether the state should replace the existing Department of Economic Development with a hybrid public-private operation more attuned to the wants and desires of businesses.
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IA: Private funding has raised ire before
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A friend reminded me that the Iowa Department of Economic Development has had its own foundation since 1963.
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IA: Feds sent $2.4 billion for Iowa flood assistance in 2008
From: feeds.stateline.org
"More than $2 billion in federal disaster-relief helped offset devastation to Iowa homes and businesses caused by historic flooding in 2008, according to a new report from two Iowa State University economists.
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IA: Iowa State Fair draws fewer than 1 million
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Attendance for the just-completed 2010 Iowa State Fair slipped below the 1 million mark for the first time in nine years, fair officials said Monday.
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IA: Culver unveils flood aid plan
From: feeds.stateline.org
"OELWEIN, Iowa -- The Iowa Department of Economic Development's role in helping businesses recover from natural disasters in 2008 and this year is a key reason for keeping the agency, which Republican Terry Branstad has called for eliminating, Gov. Chet Culver said Monday.
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IA: Congress probes lack of egg producer regulation
From: feeds.stateline.org
"WASHINGTON -- Congress launched an investigation of the massive egg recall and salmonella outbreak, with demands for information from federal regulators and the owners of the Iowa farms.
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IA: State's economy 'absorbed' '08 floods, twisters, ISU study says
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The impact on the state's economy from disasters that hit cities like Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Cedar Falls-Waterloo in 2008 was negligible, according an Iowa State University study released Monday.
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ID: Judge to decide Tuesday in oversized load case
From: feeds.stateline.org
"LEWISTON, Idaho — A state judge will decide Tuesday if ConocoPhillips can ship four oversized loads of oil refinery equipment along a highway that traces a winding, federally protected river corridor in northern Idaho.
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ID: Owner of mortgage co. banned from business in ID
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Attorney General Lawrence Wasden says the owner of a bankrupt Coeur d'Alene mortgage modification company accused of defrauding customers has been banned from operating a similar business in Idaho.
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IL: New egg brands added to recall
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Illinois Department of Public Health announced new brands added to the recall on Friday, some which may have been sold in Illinois, including Hillandale Farms, Sunny Farms, Sunny Meadow, Wholesome Farms and West Creek.
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IL: IDOR talks STAR bonds
From: feeds.stateline.org
"CARTERVILLE, Ill. -- Community leaders got a primer on sales and tax revenue bond legislation when a team from the Illinois Department of Revenue visited the campus of John A. Logan College on Monday night.
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IL: Illinois SURS to sell off $1.2 billion in investments
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Illinois State Universities Retirement System, Champaign, expects to sell $1.2 billion in investments this fiscal year to raise liquidity to pay pension benefits to participants, said Daniel L. Allen, chief investment officer.
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IL: Opportunity and hope are core of temporary state jobs program
From: feeds.stateline.org
"DECATUR, Ill. -- LaAngel Clark's work uniform consists of nothing more than comfortable clothing and a bright neon vest.
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IL: Group makes pitch for Illinois pension reform
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Illinois is facing financial ruin unless something is done to address its estimated $130 billion debt related to pension and retiree health care costs, according to a coalition of organizations and residents seeking reform.
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IL: Asian carp battle moves to courtroom
From: feeds.stateline.org
"After months of lawsuits and political wrangling, the Asian carp issue moved to the courtroom Monday, setting up a much anticipated legal showdown for control of Chicago's waterway system.
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IL: Exelon hands off ex-reactor
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Exelon Corp. is ready to hand over the keys to its Zion Nuclear Power Station, allowing a private company to begin dismantling the shuttered plant, officials said Monday.
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IN: State-approved budget $190K less than expected; Cuts needed
From: feeds.stateline.org
"LOWELL, Ind. -- Officials need to cut $190,000 from the 2010 budget and will hold a special meeting Thursday to discuss where to trim.
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IN: Indiana State Fair ends with slightly smaller crowd
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Indiana State Fair has wrapped up a 17-day run during which officials say it drew 952,020 visitors.
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LA: La. insurance market stable
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Five years after the devastation of hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Louisiana has a stable, but more expensive, property insurance market, a statewide building code and even hope that the costs of policies will come down, speakers at an Insurance Department event said Monday.
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LA: Handling of public employee retirement funds questioned by state legislative auditor
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A Baton Rouge attorney's methods of handling millions of dollars for public employee retirement programs are at the center of three separate reports released Monday by the state legislative auditor.
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MA: Yep, he's serious
From: feeds.stateline.org
"This isn't the first time the state has turned to a firm that was part of the Big Dig debacle to work on another major public works project. But that doesn't mean it isn't clueless.
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MA: Deval Patrick has 'concern' about Dig contractor
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Gov. Deval Patrick said he's worried that controversial Big Dig architect Parsons Brinckerhoff is helping design a pricey MBTA Green Line extension - but he stopped short of killing the $24 million design contract or putting the work out to bid again.
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MA: Brigham and Women's to offer hand transplants
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Boston hospital that last year performed the country's first face transplant now plans to offer hand transplants under an experimental program announced yesterday.
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MA: Gold, but not much glitter
From: feeds.stateline.org
"NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, Mass. — Most people outside Massachusetts do not know where this town is, never mind that it is home to one of the country's biggest gold refineries, a place that regularly churns out gleaming ingots.
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MA: Wary consumers, restaurants make changes after egg recall
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The expanding national egg recall, the largest in recent history, is having a far-reaching impact on farmers, grocery stores, chefs, and consumers across the region.
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MD: Bankruptcy cases rise nearly 36 percent in state
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Bankruptcy filings jumped nearly 36 percent in Maryland in the past year, continuing a recession-era trend of double-digit growth in cases, a federal courts report shows.
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MD: Slots foes, other advocates, grow weary of politics
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Rob Annicelli's drive to stop a huge slots emporium planned near his home led him to extremes.
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MD: The Slots Game -- Magna stumbles at the finish line
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The relief in the Governor's Reception Room in the State House on Nov. 19, 2007, was so palpable that the three politicians could have been signing legislation in a fog.
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ME: Budget year starts $1.2 million in red
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The state started the new budget year in the red with July revenues $1.2 million below estimates. With that rough start, Gov. John Baldacci has ordered state agencies to report by Sept. 1 their proposed cuts to meet the $23 million budget hole still facing the state.
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MI: Innovation contest aims to be largest
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Thinking big is what the new Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition is all about.
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MI: Proposed charge for state management of child welfare cases an unfair burden on counties
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Buried in the proposed Department of Human Services budget for next year is a fee that counties would have to pay the state to supervise child welfare or foster care cases.
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MI: Need help paying heating bills? File by Sept. 30 to receive Michigan home heating credit
From: feeds.stateline.org
"If unemployment has left you wondering how you're going to pay for this winter's heating bills, there is help at hand.
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MI: Contest to pay cash for Michigan business innovations
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The right tweet can win $5,000 and the best business plan can get $500,000 in a contest that kicks off today that aims to boost Michigan's entrepreneurs.
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MI: Ripe season for Michigan's field crops, but less so for fruits
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Michigan farmer Phil Leipprandt can't believe his luck this year. The ground thawed earlier than usual and the rain held off long enough in March to begin planting corn, soybeans and sugar beets as much as a month ahead of schedule at his farm in the Thumb.
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MN: Independence candidate for governor Tom Horner outlines his vision for sacrifice in solving Minnesota's budget crisis
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Tom Horner has a plan for solving Minnesota's budget crisis that could be summed up in three words: Eat your vegetables.
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MN: Minn. wheat, barley, oat producers make progress
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Normal temperatures and below-average precipitation allowed Minnesota small-grain farmers to make steady harvest progress this past week.
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MO: MOSERS exceeds expected returns
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Thanks to its investment policies, the Missouri State Employees Retirement System announced Monday afternoon, MOSERS' investment portfolio ended the 2009-10 business year with $887 million more "for members and taxpayers."
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MS: Jobs -- Development gains momentum
From: feeds.stateline.org
"After months of high unemployment and a stagnant jobs market in Mississippi, it appears that the state's economic development efforts are finally gaining momentum
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MT: Montana unemployment rate steady at 7.3 percent
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The state Labor Department says Montana's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged in July at 7.3 percent.
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NC: N.C., doctors bicker over Medicaid rates
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A plan to cut reimbursement rates to doctors who care for the poor and disabled has led to a tussle between Gov. Bev Perdue and North Carolina physicians.
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ND: North Dakota Supreme Court rejects racing company claim
From: feeds.stateline.org
"North Dakota's Supreme Court has dismissed a company's claim that the state illegally took its property and drove it out of business.
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ND: North Dakota attorney general plans to argue pharmacy case himself
From: feeds.stateline.org
"When the North Dakota Supreme Court considers whether a pharmacy initiative should go on the November ballot, Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem plans to argue the case himself.
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ND: Council aims to keep youth in North Dakota
From: feeds.stateline.org
"North Dakota teens and college students should see the benefits of a long list of recommendations aimed at making the state more attractive to them.
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ND: Unemployment benefits ending sooner in Dakotas, Nebraska
From: feeds.stateline.org
"LINCOLN, Neb. -- Unemployed workers in North Dakota, South Dakota and Nebraska and can't qualify for benefits beyond 60 weeks because unemployment rates remain so low.
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ND: Southwest Pipeline nears end of project
From: feeds.stateline.org
"HAZEN, N.D. -- In one swoop, the Southwest Pipeline Project will take on its most expensive work to date, its first ever and its last major project to finally complete delivery of treated Lake Sakakawea water to a 12-county area in southwestern North Dakota.
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NH: NH egg buyers flock to local farms
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Susan McGeough brought about 30 dozen eggs produced on her Epping farm to a farmers' market in Portsmouth last weekend, but they were gone in a hurry. "I sold out early," she said yesterday, recalling the look of panic on the faces of some of her customers.
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NV: State officials say changing building method could save money
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Big savings could be possible if the state modified the way it constructs highways and buildings, an efficiency panel was told Monday.
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NV: More games per machine means fewer slots in Nevada casinos
From: feeds.stateline.org
"While the number of slot machines nationwide continues to grow with the spread of tribal and nontribal casinos, one-armed bandits are decreasing in Nevada — a trend that has more to do with new technology than the recession.
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NV: Nevada OKs first alternative fuel of its kind
From: feeds.stateline.org
"RENO, Nev. - A Sparks-based refinery that produces a cleaner-burning fuel made from a combination of low-sulfer diesel and natural gas has become the first of its kind in Nevada to win approval from state environmental regulators.
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NY: CNY Native Americans call New York City Mayor Bloomberg's 'cowboy hat' remark racist
From: feeds.stateline.org
"New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's advice to Gov. David Paterson on how to collect sales tax on cigarettes sold on Indian reservations was simple: "Get yourself a cowboy hat and a shotgun" and enforce the law.
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OH: Avoiding budgetary pain at the Ohio Statehouse
From: feeds.stateline.org
"About 20 cents of every dollar that Ohio will have spent in the two years ending June 30 will be "one-time" money -- much of it from Washington, the rest fished out of state government's couches.
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OH: Vice President Biden tells Jeep crowd auto bailout a success
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Vice President Joe Biden and an array of Ohio Democratic politicians celebrated the comeback of the American auto industry in a tour and speech at Toledo's Jeep Wrangler assembly line Monday.
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OH: Stark State College expanding campus
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Stark State College is expanding its campus via a new state program that lowers construction costs.
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OH: Iowa farms involved in egg recall are closely tied to Ohio Fresh Eggs
From: feeds.stateline.org
"CROTON, Ohio -- The two Iowa farms at the center of a national egg recall share ties to Ohio Fresh Eggs, the state's largest producer.
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OH: Bonuses speed up road construction
From: feeds.stateline.org
"When the southbound lanes of Rt. 315 into Downtown reopened early Sunday, highway contractor Complete General Construction was paid a $200,000 bonus.
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OH: Cordray faults Kasich's plan to privatize state department
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Democratic Attorney General Richard Cordray waded into the Ohio governor's race yesterday, saying a GOP proposal to privatize the state Development Department would lead to decisions being made "behind closed doors."
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OH: No salmonella in our eggs, 4 grocers say
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Central Ohio grocery shoppers who bought eggs at Kroger, Giant Eagle, Meijer and Whole Foods don't have to worry, the grocers said yesterday.
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OR: Oregon is still feeling for the bottom
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The state may need a special session to deal with yet another shortfall, but lawmakers should resist their urge to empty budget reserves
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OR: Oregon -- Taxes feel different here
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Politicians, economist Joe Cortright says, tend to view recessions as Greek tragedies: "If something bad is happening in the Oregon economy, it's because the gods are punishing us for our sins."
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OR: Casino backers drop lawsuit
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Backers will gamble on voter approval Nov. 2 of a single statewide measure to create Oregon's only nontribal casino instead of using a two-pronged approach.
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OR: Regulators warn consumers of bogus health insurance policies
From: feeds.stateline.org
"State regulators are warning consumers to watch out for bogus health insurance after three out-of-state companies sold fake health insurance policies to thousands of consumers nationwide, including 400 Oregonians.
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PA: Opposition mounts to Rendell's transportation funding plan
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Opposition mounted quickly yesterday to Gov. Ed Rendell's proposed increase of motor-vehicle fees and taxing of oil companies' profits to generate up to $1 billion a year for highway and bridge improvements and mass-transit agencies.
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PA: Six airports in region get improvement grants
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Six smaller airports in the region are among those sharing $1.9 million in improvement grants announced Friday by Gov. Ed Rendell.
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RI: Clash looms with receiver
From: feeds.stateline.org
"CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. — The City Council voted unanimously Monday night to hire its own lawyer, a possible first step in challenging the powers of the state-appointed receiver who announced 10-percent tax rate increase last week.
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RI: Foe of Schilling deal silenced
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Lincoln D. Chafee, independent candidate for Rhode Island governor, was left standing in the doorway of the state's Economic Development Corporation Monday afternoon, having been rebuffed by Governor Carcieri in his attempt to address the EDC board.
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RI: DMV revs up new headquarters in Cranston
From: feeds.stateline.org
"CRANSTON, R.I. — As rain fell steadily outside on Monday, a flurry of activity raged inside the new Division of Motor Vehicles headquarters as workers put finishing touches on the building that will have a ceremonial opening Tuesday at 2 p.m., and welcome drivers for business on Wednesday morning.
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SC: S.C. receives charter school grant
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The S.C. Department of Education received a $5.7 million federal grant to help create more high-quality charter schools in the state.
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SD: SD Retirement System posts 18.7 percent gain
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The South Dakota Retirement System reported an 18.7 percent gain on investments in the past year, adding more than $1 billion to the fund that pays retirement benefits for thousands of public employees, the Legislature's Executive Board was told Monday.
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TN: Shelby County gets new allies in drug war
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Shelby County, a crossroads for drug dealers in the United States since at least the 1930s, was designated Monday as a federal High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, tying the county into a formal network aimed at curtailing the flow of illegal drugs nationally.
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TN: A nuclear 'living laboratory'
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Tennessee Valley Authority was created in 1933 to be a "living laboratory" for harnessing the power of the Tennessee River. But 77 years later, the development efforts of the federal agency are going nuclear.
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TN: VW halfway to 2,000 hires
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Cathy Allen says she gave up a job in insurance for a career building cars for Volkswagen in Chattanooga.
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TX: Texas Republicans outdo Democrats in D.C. fundraising
From: feeds.stateline.org
"WASHINGTON — Back home in Texas, Washington, D.C., is the place Republican lawmakers love to hate.
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US: As claims for spill losses shift to administrator, queries follow
From: feeds.stateline.org
"BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. — "The day is here," Kenneth R. Feinberg announced on Monday at the American Legion Post 139 Bingo Hall, just over a mile from this town's quiet gulf beaches. "If you've got a claim from BP, those days are over," he continued. "BP's out of the business."
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UT: Utah adding jobs at a higher rate
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Utah is adding jobs faster than it is losing them for the first time in several years, state economists said Monday.
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VA: Health insurance brokers' roles under health care reform may shift
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Health-care reform will change the insurance landscape for consumers, but it also will change it for insurance brokers and agents who earn a living helping people choose plans.
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VA: Survey finds plenty of pollution in Virginia waters
From: feeds.stateline.org
"In measuring water pollution in streams, lakes, rivers and bays across Virginia, state officials on Monday found good news and bad news in wrapping up their work.
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VA: Millions unspent in Norfolk's idle accounts
From: feeds.stateline.org
"As much as $4.4 million in federal funding meant to help revitalize the city's most troubled neighborhoods sits in Washington, D.C., unspent, because Norfolk for the past decade hasn't cleaned up its books.
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WA: Would a state income tax harm the economy?
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Take heart. We're a backwater no longer. Washington may have missed out on the Civil War and the Revolution, but we're in the thick of history now.
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WA: Lawsuit could be boon for wetland
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A lawsuit over river discharges threatens the January 2012 startup of a new Spokane County sewage treatment plant, so officials are working on a backup.
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WI: Barrett releases Wisconsin tourism plan
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett called for waiving tourism-related permits and registrations for two weekends a year as part of a tourism plan in his campaign for Wisconsin governor Monday.
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WI: State awards $80K to tourism groups
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The state is giving $80,000 in grants to 15 Wisconsin tourism organizations, including the Kenosha Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, to offset expenses related to the operation of visitor information centers, the Department of Tourism said in a news release Monday.
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WI: Wisconsin awards $300,000 in agriculture grants
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The Agriculture and Development and Diversification grants include a $20,000 award to the Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility (NADF) in Bayfield, which is working to develop technologies to raise large walleye and hybrid walleye in a single growing season.
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WI: Asian carp case moves forward in federal court
From: feeds.stateline.org
"A federal judge heard initial testimony Monday and has set aside two days in early September for further testimony, said Bill Cosh, spokesman for Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen.
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WI: State sees no new egg-related salmonella cases
From: feeds.stateline.org
"No additional clusters of salmonella illnesses have been identified in Wisconsin or around the country, state and federal health officials said Monday, as investigators continue to probe the source of a nationwide outbreak linked to two Iowa egg companies.
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WI: State speeds train spending
From: feeds.stateline.org
"The state is steaming ahead with establishing a federal high-speed rail line, projecting it will commit $300 million this year -- far more than the roughly $50 million in spending previously announced.
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WV: Retail liquor sales to halt for special election
From: feeds.stateline.org
"West Virginians looking to buy liquor at retail stores on Saturday had better make their purchases early or switch to other forms of alcohol.
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WV: State blackberry growers sought for project
From: feeds.stateline.org
"INSTITUTE, W.Va. -- West Virginia State University is looking for the best blackberries.
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WY: Payday lending critics want industry regulated
From: feeds.stateline.org
"Critics of payday lending in Wyoming want lawmakers to step in and regulate the industry.
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