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Voters can start casting their ballots Friday in the Minnesota primary election. Absentee voting starts 46 days before any election in Minnesota and you can cast an absentee ballot by mail or in person. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon says voters don't need an excuse to vote absentee. The primary election is Aug. 11.A government transparency organization has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security to release records connected to Operation Metro Surge this winter. The Forum for Constitutional Rights and Government Accountability requested documents and records back in January and hopes to release the documents to the public so citizens can understand the actions of the federal government.Beginning next week, Minnesotans will see new pop ups on social media sites warning about potential harms. It's a change lawmakers made in 2025, citing concerns about ill effects for young people. The Special Olympics USA Games wrap up Friday in the Twin Cities. The closing ceremony will take place at Huntington Bank Stadium and is free and open to the public. Tickets are required and can be claimed online and on site. Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve will be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Saturday. Reeve is the ninth player or coach from the Lynx to be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tenn.

Today from SDPB - two perspectives on AI use in universities and the workforce, information about absentee runoff voting in Sioux Falls and more.

Host Tara addresses the intense fallout surrounding a horrific, widely shared video of an attack in Belfast, Northern Ireland. She calls out UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Australian media for targeting Elon Musk over the viral footage rather than confronting underlying immigration flaws. Tara exposes Starmer's newly proposed tech crackdowns, including a mandatory digital ID to access the internet and aggressive software scans of citizens' personal devices. Shifting to US politics, she breaks down a new executive order from President Trump targeting the US Postal Service, designed to block the transport of mass-mailed absentee ballots unless a state provides full transparency of its internal voter rolls. > Belfast riots, Elon Musk censorship, Keir Starmer digital ID, Online Safety Act, UK surveillance laws, mass-mail ballots, Trump executive order, independent political commentary

Absentee ballots for the primaries must be ready to be issued to voters on June 25. MIRS interviews U.S. Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow, the Royal Oak state senator running in a high-intensity Democratic primary. How does McMorrow plan to amplify her name ID with absentee voting about to begin soon? Also, she talks about believing folks who pay for their X accounts should disclaim when they're posting AI-generated content (9:20).  MIRS also catches up with Ryan Hundt, the chief executive officer of the Michigan Works! Association. His association anticipates a $75 million to $90 million funding gap between support that lawmakers have proposed and what Michigan Works! will need to help Medicaid enrollees meet new federal workforce requirements (24:45). 

Dan opened the session by noting that a billion-dollar Prairie farming operation had entered creditor protection -- and that nearly 40 farms were in or near distress that year. Robert Andjelic had received roughly 40 calls from farms across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and elsewhere, all with a common thread: lenders were tightening, some operators could not access input credit, and they wanted to sell land and rent it back while keeping their equipment running and their family farming. Robert completed four of those transactions. He was direct about the others: they either did not fit his land criteria or could not be executed on terms that made sense. The session poll showed roughly half the room believed the current stress is both structural and cyclical -- a hard stretch exposing cracks that were already forming. Robert provided a compressed history of farm size in Canada, from 1925 when 10,000 acres was considered enormous, through the post-2000 acceleration driven by GPS auto-steer, massive air seeders, zero-till, low interest rates after 2008, normalized leasing, and aging operators. His conclusion: one modern operator now does what five to ten farm families previously required, and that trajectory will continue. Tim Hammond placed the hardest growth window at 2,500 to 6,000 acres -- the point where a family operation transitions from one set of implements to multiple, and from family labor to hired crews with all the human resource and financial management that demands. After 6,000, Tim argued, the next logical step is to think in enterprise pods -- another 6,000 acres, another labor module -- rather than organic farm growth. Robert's position: there is no correct size. He has tenants farming 1,000 acres who are as profitable as his 30,000-acre operators. His own loan-to-value sits below 24 percent because he built over 60 years when land was cheap. Cap rate on Prairie land purchased today: 1.5 to 3 percent, maybe 3.5 if the seller needs cash. He was blunt about marketing: "A lot of producers are very good at producing but they are shit poor in marketing," and that gap -- benchmarked by MNP at roughly $70 per acre -- is a large part of what separates farms that survive downturns from those that do not. The sharpest exchange of the session came when Dallas LeDuc joined. He is the fire chief of RM 44, a small rural municipality where Robert is likely the largest landowner. Dallas had recently stopped spraying to respond to a fire on land Robert owns. He argued that absentee landlords should pay a modestly higher property tax rate -- not punitive, maybe 10 to 15 percent higher -- to fund the fire trucks, training, and equipment that local volunteers maintain and use to protect land the landlords will never physically see. Robert's counter was structural: his tenants are local and respond to fires; making tax exceptions for agriculture creates red flags with institutional lenders; and the most important thing he does for Prairie producers is not visible -- it is the 12 to 13 years and more than $50,000 he has spent flying to Toronto to sit with bank decision-makers and explain to them that agricultural lending does not work like commercial real estate. His argument: when a lender in Toronto extends patience to a distressed farm instead of foreclosing, every producer in Western Canada benefits -- and no individual operator has the leverage to make that case to the head offices the way he can. Dallas was not persuaded. He closed with the line that his great-grandfather left France in 1904 to get away from doctors and lawyers owning the land, and he is afraid that is exactly where the Prairies are heading. Key Topics Farm credit stress in Western Canada 2026: nearly 40 farms in distress; Robert Andjelic received 40 calls from operators wanting to sell and rent back; completed 4 transactions Live session poll: roughly 50 percent of audience said the current crisis is both structural and cyclical History of farm scale in Canada: 1925 to today -- from 10,000 acres enormous to 50,000-plus now common What drove post-2000 farm growth: GPS auto-steer, massive air seeders, zero-till, post-2008 low interest rates, aging operators, normalized leasing Tim Hammond's growth framework: hardest growth is 2,500 to 6,000 acres; after 6,000, think in enterprise pods Robert Andjelic's cap rate reality: Prairie land bought today yields 1.5 to 3 percent; his own LTV is below 24 percent built over 60 years "A strategy is what you say no to" -- Tim Hammond on the discipline of farm scale decisions Marketing gap: roughly $70 per acre difference between producers who market well and those who do not (MNP benchmark referenced) Absentee landlord taxation debate: Dallas LeDuc (fire chief, RM 44) vs. Robert Andjelic -- rural community burden vs. capital market access argument Robert Andjelic's Toronto bank work: 12-13 years, $50,000+ in meetings, translating agriculture to commercial real estate lenders Kevin Hursh on retiring farmers: those who rail against big farms all their lives tend to sell to the biggest neighbour when retirement comes; breaking land into smaller parcels would give next-generation operators a chance Robert's macro thesis: higher commodity prices incoming due to Strait of Hormuz disruption, fertilizer supply constraints, and a potential super El Nino cycle Family farm vs. corporate model: Tim Hammond -- corporate farms must learn family commitment; family farms must learn corporate structure; the marriage of the two is the future Connect Kevin Hursh -- Western Producer columns; hursh.ca Robert Andjelic -- farmland.ca Dallas LeDuc -- Bunnyhug Farmers Podcast; TikTok growingthefuture.ca Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.

Bridgeport City Council member Alfredo Castillo and former Democratic Town Committee Chair Wanda Geter-Pataky are scheduled to appear in court May 28th. Both have been arrested multiple times in connection with the 2019 and 2023 mayoral primaries and absentee ballot scandal. We asked Attorney Bill Bloss about the latest on these cases and if Bridgeport will ever get away from the bad reputation of failing to run clean elections.

Most entrepreneurs are stuck in the weeds, trying to do it all — but what if the secret to real growth was stepping back? Ricardo Torres reveals how mastering the art of being a strategic absentee owner transformed his businesses into scalable, profitable powerhouses—even while he's flying planes for the Air Force. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Ravens coach Jesse Minter shrugging off Lamar Jackson's absence at voluntary practice, if D.J. Moore is looking at a career renaissance in Buffalo, Malik Willis questioning the Dolphins trade of Jaylen Waddle, Password: Word Game of the Stars, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Georgia Dept of Agriculture and the USDA announced twenty additional Georgia counties designated as primary natural disaster areas due to drought, and a new USDA survey shows rented farmland remains a major part of American agriculture.

The USDA is planning changes to its crop reporting process after a sharp decline in farmer participation, and a new USDA survey shows rented farmland remains a major part of American agriculture.

The Forest Service has revived plans for a huge logging project on Prince of Wales. Absentee voting for the next mayor of Thorne Bay opened today.

Your stories with Todd Cunningham, a clinical and school psychologist as well as Chair of the School and Clinical Child Psychology program at the University of Toronto.

Today from SDPB - multiple counties report absentee voting ballots for the June primary won't be ready and the state's investment officer is receiving a bonus despite some reservations from lawmakers.

Wausau's absentee ballot dropbox fiasco is finally over. More with Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sit down with Barry Stephenson, Chairman of the Board of Registrars and walk through everything you need to know about voting in the upcoming May 19th Primary election.  Hint: AlabamaVotes.gov is your friend. What we cover in this episode: Voting location changes: If you normally vote at the Hoover Met or Finley Center, you will vote at Hunter Street Baptist Church for the primary. Irondale voters, the old Zamora Temple is still under construction, voting will be at the new Irondale Library. And, for those in the McAdory area there is an added voting location of Bellview Baptist Church. Key dates to remember: May 4 - Voter Registration DeadlineMay 12 - last day to apply for an absentee ballot to mailMay 14 - Last day to apply for an absentee ballot in personMay 18 - Last day to hand deliver absentee ballotMay 19 - Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by NoonTake 15 minutes and give this podcast a listen, and be ready to vote!Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at haysh@jccal.org

Greg Belfrage talks to listeners about Trump's statement that mail-in voting is cheating, but then he turns around and mails in his vote. Greg makes the point that military members are the only ones that should be allowed to do mail-in voting and Trump is commander in chief which is part of the military. Greg also talked about mail-in voting vs. absentee voting. Most agreed with Trump that mail-in voting was cheating and democrats wanted to keep it that way. However, multiple people supported Absentee voting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1. Government Shutdown Impact TSA officers are required to work without pay due to a failure to pass a Department of Homeland Security funding bill. Over 50,000 TSA officers and 85,000 DHS employees are affected. Officers are promised back pay, but immediate financial strain is severe. 2. Staffing Shortages and Operational Disruption More than 300 TSA officers have quit since the shutdown began. Absentee rates increased from a normal 2–3% to around 10%, with some airports experiencing up to 20% staffing shortages. These shortages have led to long security lines, checkpoint delays, and potential closures. 3. Human and Financial Consequences TSA officers earn approximately $45,000–$60,000 annually, making missed paychecks financially devastating. Some officers reportedly rely on food banks, donations, or are sleeping in their cars. Morale among TSA workers is described as critically low. 4. Timing Worsens the Crisis The shutdown coincides with spring break, one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Airlines warn that continued staffing shortages could escalate into nationwide travel delays and security risks. 5. Airline and Public Response Major airlines (American, Delta, Southwest) have urged Congress to act immediately. Travelers express frustration over delays and uncertainty at airports. 6. Security Concerns The document warns that weakened airport security could endanger public safety. TSA staffing shortages are framed as especially dangerous amid heightened global tensions and recent attacks. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Belfrage talks to listeners about Absentee voting, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a lot of talk about House Bill 5001: AN ACT CONCERNING ABSENTEE VOTING FOR ALL AND VARIOUS OTHER REFORMS TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF ELECTIONS.The bill would remove most restrictions on who can vote absentee and make several technical and procedural changes to how elections are run in the state. But some worry we will just see more election fraud issues like what we've seen in Bridgeport. We understood the bill more and talked about it with Rep. Matt Blumenthal, House Chair for the Government Administration & Elections Committee.For the full bill: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/TOB/H/PDF/2026HB-05001-R00-HB.PDF

Money Follows Speed: How Wendy (& Sean) Turned 34 Seller Contacts Into a New Absentee Owner Listing AND $1.1M Off Market Deal!Watch the full video replay: https://youtu.be/JkkiKtjJBCwIn this episode, the host shares a win from Wendy, a Listing Sprint participant who previously joined the inaugural Deal Sprint and followed a three-step blueprint: find a deal to use as bait, use it to reach out to buyers, and make offers on the bait or on other transactions for those buyers. Wendy reached out to 34 sellers while also attending Closers Cafe and was sourcing for a $1.4M buyer she had obtained through social posting or a networking group. From those 34, one response led to a neighbor planning to move, resulting in a call with the seller and a showing set for a likely $1.1M property. Wendy also contacted a prior client—a cash buyer with a duplex—leading Sean to meet him quickly and secure a listing expected to be signed for $350K, with the seller also mentioning openness to offers on a $3M home. The host emphasizes the mindset “money follows speed and time kills all deals,” encouraging immediate action when someone is ready to move. Additional context explains Wendy's approach of using a specific reason to reach out—off-market properties she and Sean had available—resulting in “no match, but landed the listing,” plus a $400K buyer consult scheduled around Easter. The episode reinforces that Lead Deck, the Deal Sprint, and the Listing Sprint are designed to drive activity so agents spend more time matching existing relationships and less time cold prospecting, with a reminder that business ebbs and flows may require returning to cold outreach. The host previews a potential next-month sprint focused on building a pipeline of senior owners to help members quickly rebuild an empty pipeline through a proven plan and strong implementation.The MOST POWERFUL Motivated Seller & Cash Buyer Software! Check it out at https://LeadDeck.AI

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In Season 4, Episode 8 of the To Be Better Podcast, Chris and Peaches sit down for a real, no fluff relationship and life advice Q and A, reading listener emails and responding with direct coaching, hard truths, and practical next moves. Recorded on New Year's Eve, this episode is built for men and women who want stronger marriages, better communication, and more personal accountability, without the sugar coating.You'll hear them tackle a painful co parenting situation with an absent father and addiction, including how to set boundaries that protect kids emotionally, and what court and custody decisions really do and do not fix. They also dig into a workplace crush and whether to make a move, intimacy issues tied to body insecurity and weight gain after kids, starting a business when fear of failure is loud, and a marriage crisis involving an emotional affair, porn addiction, and accountability, plus a boundary conversation about “playful” touching that crosses the line.Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

The “3 No's” Outreach Strategy for Absentee Owners (Turn Cold Real Estate Leads Into HOT Clients & Listings!)Watch the FULL video replay at: https://youtu.be/iHAskZHqjyQJosh explains a real estate outreach framework for absentee owners and investor targets: intentionally go for “3 no's” to uncover at least one “yes.” He outlines two paths. For active buyers (landlords, cash buyers, flippers) he suggests leading with a simple deal “bait,” then clarifying whether they're not interested in the specific deal or not buying at all, then asking if they have any properties they'd consider selling, and finally offering a monthly market update. For seller-focused absentee outreach (tired landlords, out-of-state owners, stacked with indicators like tax default or liens), he shares short text/email scripts asking if they'd consider selling a specific property in the next 30–90 days, then follows up by asking about other properties they might sell, and then whether they're looking to add to their portfolio. He shares results from sending about 20 emails and getting four replies (all initial “no's”), emphasizing that a reply is the win and that it's difficult to get three straight no's. A detailed example with an owner named Terrance shows two no's turning into a buying conversation and a potential land-buyer lead; Josh plans to clarify the buyer's multifamily/geographic criteria and to reach out to vacant land buyers for the owner's Harvey's Lake parcel. The discussion also covers asking builders to commit to listing with you after they build, and includes a suggested variation involving trading up/1031 exchange and tailoring messaging using portfolio data from LeadDeck.Would like a copy of the doc shared? (OR our No BS Guide To Taking More Listings From Absentee Owners This Week?) Just shoot me an email at josh@growwithjosh.com See how many leads are available in your zip code (and take a FREE test drive) at: https://LeadDeck.AI

This week we discuss a person who's friend has hurt their other friends, we discuss what trauma is (trigger warning: childhood sexual trauma) and we hear a reply letter from a writer who chose not to reconcile with their father. Check out Nick's "Fitness Challenge": https://www.mentalfitpersonaltraining.com/podtherapy Join our patreon!Listen ad-free, get the show a day early and enjoy the pre-show hang out on the same app you're using RIGHT NOW at www.Patreon.com/Therapy where you can also access our vast library of deep dives, interviews, skill shares, reviews and rants as well as our live discord chat!If you are an Apple user please rate us!If you are a Spotify user, please rate us!Submit a question to the show!Help us reach #1 on Goodpods!Interested in Nick's mental health approach to fitness? Check out www.MentalFitPersonalTraining.comCheck out Dr. Jim's book "Dadvice: 50 Fatherly Life Lessons" at www.DadviceBook.comGrab some swag at our store, www.PodTherapyBaitShop.comPlay Jim's Neurotic Bingo at home while you listen to the show, or don't, I'm not your supervisor.Submit questions to:www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFollow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterResources:Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255.Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255.Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline - (1-800-662-HELP (4357)OK2Talk Helpline Teen Helpline - 1 (800) 273-TALKU.S. Mental Health Resources Hotline - 211

Many veterinary professionals struggle with a quiet but exhausting problem: absentee guilt. Whether it's calling out sick, taking a vacation, or stepping away for personal time, being “off” rarely feels fully off. In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, dig into why stepping away from the clinic can feel so uncomfortable—and why that discomfort matters. They unpack how guilt becomes normalized in veterinary culture, how leadership behaviors shape expectations around availability, and why clinics that rely too heavily on a single person are setting everyone up for stress. The conversation covers sick days, establishing (and maintaining) personal boundaries while on vacation, handling unexpected after-hours texts, and the long-term risks of building practice systems that break down when a certain team member is absent. This episode offers a practical perspective for veterinarians, technicians, managers, and owners who want healthier boundaries without sacrificing patient care or team trust. The takeaway is clear: protecting time off isn't selfish, it's necessary for sustainability, safety, and staying in the profession long term #VeterinaryViewfinder #VetMedLife #VetTeamWellbeing #VeterinaryBurnout #ClinicCulture

John talks the budget woes with State Senator Tony StricklandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John talks the budget woes with State Senator Tony StricklandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're excited to join you in the afternoons now. I'm producer Liz Gill with Mississippi Public Broadcasting's Think Radio. Attorney, Adam Kilgore, former General Council with The Mississippi Bar is our host. We'd like to introduce our afternoon listeners to our show. We take calls on our weekly topic. This week: we're going to learn about Ethics from both the lawyer and the client's point of view. Our guest today is attorney Francis Springer.It's a new year. New things are happening at MPB and at our Mississippi Capitol. MPB's weekly show @Issue has started back up. That's heard on Mondays at 5pm. Republican Rebekah Staples and Democrat Brandon Jones join host Wilson Stribling to discuss happenings at the state Capitol. If you miss the live show, find the podcast or listen at MPBonline.org In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. legalterms@mbponline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastToday's Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Legal Ethics, Conflict of Interest, Attorney–Client RelationshipThere are always elections coming. But January 9th, 2026 is important date. Absentee ballot applications are available in the Circuit Clerk's Office for the March 10, 2026, Primary Elections. That is for one of our Senate seats – both parties. District 1 – no republican primary but one for the Democratic Party. District 2 – both parties. District 3 neither party. District 4, both parties. MPB has local call in shows where you can ask an expert about money, health, gardening, and more. We're the legal show!You can listen LIVE to us from the MPB Public Media app or from MPBonline.org/radioThursdays, following our over-the-air broadcast, you can hear Next Stop Mississippi on MPB Think Radio at 4pm Central. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Brian Karem and his guests discuss the tumultuous week in politics, focusing on Trump's controversial speech, the release of the Epstein files, Congress's inaction on healthcare, and the implications of U.S. foreign policy in Venezuela. They also reflect on the political downfall of Elise Stefanik and the dismantling of climate research institutions, emphasizing the need for effective leadership and the challenges ahead as the country moves into a new year.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press"     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys smuggled girls into their parents' apartment, Brij drove without permission, and Shalabh somehow had the nerve to call Zarna an “ABSENTEE mom” despite not changing a single diaper or knowing where his kids are for the last 26 years. This chaotic spinoff is the episode everybody was waiting for. We're spilling every secret the kids hid from their parents… and every secret we hid from each other in our marriage. There is yelling. There are hurt feelings. Someone might pack a bag. Thank you to our sponsors for this week's episode. This December, start a new tradition by taking care of you. Our listeners get 10% off at https://www.BetterHelp.com/ZARNA. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to https://www.TheRealReal. com/zarna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys smuggled girls into their parents' apartment, Brij drove without permission, and Shalabh somehow had the nerve to call Zarna an “ABSENTEE mom” despite not changing a single diaper or knowing where his kids are for the last 26 years. This chaotic spinoff is the episode everybody was waiting for. We're spilling every secret the kids hid from their parents… and every secret we hid from each other in our marriage. There is yelling. There are hurt feelings. Someone might pack a bag. Thank you to our sponsors for this week's episode. This December, start a new tradition by taking care of you. Our listeners get 10% off at https://www.BetterHelp.com/ZARNA. Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to https://www.TheRealReal. com/zarna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bridgeport City Councilman Alfredo Castillo was arrested for the fourth on a charge of illegally possessing a woman's absentee ballot in the recent election. This happened just weeks ago, followed by a campaign worker arrested for allegedly illegally taking possession of a voter's absentee ballot in the 2024 do-over mayoral election in Bridgeport. What can be done to stop bad actors from allegedly committing the same crimes? We spoke with Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas.   Image Credit: Eric Urbanowicz

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Open enrollment is now underway for coverage under the Affordable Care Act, and Wisconsin residents using the program are getting a first look at their higher premiums. A farm family […]

Wisconsin State Superintendent Jill Underly told legislators her office plans to create an online database so the public can see teacher licenses that have been revoked or surrendered. A Wisconsin family is suing Tesla over a fiery crash that left five people dead in suburban Madison last year. And, Republicans have revived a bill aimed at banning absentee ballot drop boxes.

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State officials are once again investigating Bridgeport city councilman Alfredo Castillo for allegedly collecting absentee ballots from public housing facilities ahead of the city's general election next month. Castillo is even accused of posing as a HUD employee to collect ballots. CT Mirror Investigative Reporter, Andrew Brown, broke the news and shared more on this latest case of absentee ballot fraud in Bridgeport. For full article: https://ctmirror.org/2025/10/24/bridgeport-absentee-ballots-alfredo-castillo/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week with a busy edition of "Connecticut Today," looking at the latest absentee ballot allegations against an embattled member of the Bridgeport City Council (01:15). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly update and thoughts on those latest absentee ballot rumblings (16:06). State Senate GOP Leader Steve Harding joined the show to talk about rumors of a resurrected housing bill for an upcoming General Assembly special session next month (25:23). Sacred Heart University Sports Management Professor Dr. Josh Shuart offered his thoughts on the current betting scandals connected to the National Basketball Association (32:03). CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman joined us for an update on the latest developments regarding the ongoing government shutdown (38:19). Finally - on "United Nations Day" - we welcomed Thant Myint-U, author of, "Peacemaker: U Thant and the Forgotten Quest for a Just World" (42:34) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

DRILL FOR ABSENTEE returns this week with their first new record in twenty-five years, The Strands of a Lake Volume 1 and 2, courtesy of Expert Work Records. Guitarist/vocalist Michael Nace checks in to discuss the band's history, unlikely reunion, and new double EP.Music by:In LieuDrill For AbsenteeWhipping BoyIntro music by:Hot ZonePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/GettingitoutpodcastEmail: dan@gettingitout.netWebsite: http://gettingitout.net/Instagram: @getting_it_out_podcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/gettingitoutpodcastX: @GettingItOutPodSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/getting-it-out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You're a new agent with zero SOI and you need a system that actually works? This episode is the exact blueprint! Learn the Cold Calling Scripts Real Estate strategy that launched one agent from a college dropout with no contacts to earning $300,000 in just one month. We break down Keelan's shocking success, showing exactly how to get real estate listings as a brand new agent without spending thousands on weak leads. If you want to know how to make money quickly by focusing on high-intent sellers, keep watching. This isn't just theory; it's proven action.This is the ultimate formula for Realtor lead generation for agents ready to put in the work, detailing the specialized knowledge needed to succeed in a shifting market.The $300K Success Formula:✅ Cold calling Mastery: We reveal the exact real estate scripts and commitment to practice (40 pages of objection handlers) Keelan used to secure high-value appointments immediately.✅ Pivot to Profit: The exact strategy Keelan used to shift from low-quality Expireds to highly motivated, market resistant leads like Probate leads.✅ The Absentee owner script that works: See how a single cold calling scripts real estate conversation led to a massive, multi-million-dollar commercial real estate deal, proving the value of having the right dialogue.✅ The Probate lead generation funnel: Learn why this source provides high-equity, low-competition listings and is the key to building a resilient business.Keelan's story is a case study in implementing high-leverage skills fast. Stop spinning your wheels and start using a Cold Calling Scripts Real Estate strategy that pays huge commissions, even if you've just started.

It's just three weeks since the shake-up of the way Squadrons work, and since the introduction of the Squadron Carrier. In that three weeks, there have been a number of tweaks made. And today, there is another change, a change that will benefit Squadrons with an absentee Leader.

Educators say too many students are chronically absent from school. They're meeting to talk about methods to combat the problem.We return to North Gulfport, where some residents say they're still dealing with flooding 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, despite ongoing development.Plus, September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. A doctor is urging men not to wait for screenings because being proactive saves lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Imagine buying my first shopping center for $3.5M… and letting $1M in potential value sit vacant. That's exactly what happened—and it took a no-fluff wake-up call from Beth Azor to make me see the truth every investor needs to hear.In this episode, I unpack my conversation with a doctor-turned-investor who bought a 10-tenant retail property but is frustrated by two vacancies. Despite keeping the seller's leasing team, nothing's getting filled—and here's the kicker: I haven't even visited the market. Beth walks me through how that hands-off approach is costing me big, both in annual rent and in property value.This episode is a powerful case study in the cost of inaction—and what it really takes to build a successful portfolio of shopping centers.

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