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Passes Highlands on way to NYC New York State announced on Tuesday (June 16) that a 339-mile transmission line that carries hydroelectricity from Canada to New York City has been completed. The line passes the Highlands under the Hudson River. The state said the 1,250-megawatt Champlain Hudson Power Express will deliver 10.4 terawatt-hours of renewable energy and provide up to 20 percent of New York City's power needs. The $6 billion project will help replace some of the power lost when the Indian Point nuclear plant, on the river near Peekskill, closed in 2021. The shuttered plant overlooks the route of the transmission line, which is buried in the river for 68 miles between Greene and Rockland counties. By 2040, it is expected to reduce the state's carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons. Hydro-Quebec, a Canadian hydropower company, partnered with Transmission Developers Inc., owned by the investment giant Blackstone, to build the line. Under a 25-year contract with the state, Hydro-Quebec will deliver electricity from a substation in Québec to an interconnection point in the Richelieu River at the Canadian border. The U.S. portion of the line begins under Lake Champlain in Clinton County and passes through 15 counties, 60 towns and 60 school districts, including Beacon's. It includes 146 miles of underground cable and 193 miles of underwater cable in Lake Champlain, the Hudson and the Harlem River and connects to New York City's grid in Astoria, Queens. According to Transmission Developers, the cable under the Hudson bypassed a section of river contaminated by General Electric that underwent a clean-up overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency, and a section of Haverstraw Bay that is a fish breeding and spawning habitat. The company said the machine used to carve trenches in the riverbed did not disperse large amounts of sediment. Transmission Developers estimates that the line will save ratepayers $17.3 billion over 30 years and provide $1.4 billion in tax revenue over 25 years. Although some counties provided tax breaks, public opposition in Dutchess prompted Transmission Developers in July 2022 to withdraw its request for $105.5 million in tax breaks over 30 years, plus exemptions for $13.6 million in sales taxes and $1.3 million in mortgage taxes. The company is expected to apply again.
(Jun 5, 2026) A new program in Clinton County trains current and prospective manufacturing employees at no cost; we follow the unlikely path of how a young woman from Lake Placid got her job in management through her side hustle as a babysitter; John Warren checks on trail conditions in the Adirondacks ahead of weekend adventures; and we take a look at the community calendar.
After years of feeling like a socially awkward pre-teen, alcohol arrived in real sober mom Laura's life. It seemed to give her the courage to embody the persona of a ‘hot fun party girl,' and with it, she left her sense of awkwardness behind. From there on, ‘booze and boys' took priority over everything else in Laura's life. The party didn't stop when Laura entered her professional life. It didn't stop when she got married. And it didn't stop when she had kids. It just kept changing, and eventually it took on a new role - as a coping mechanism for the identity crisis of motherhood and resentments that she was struggling with in her life. Laura began to question: did she have a problem with alcohol? Laura's first attempt at sobriety was cut short by Covid. Future attempts, including medication and moderation, felt fruitless. She struggled to understand what she was ‘doing wrong' when everywhere else could drink ‘normally'. It was The Sober Mom Life podcast that gave Laura her first peek into who she really wanted to be as a sober woman. Now 2 ½ years sober, she's been a valued part of the Sober Mom Life cafe ever since! If you're in Southern Illinois, check out Clear and Connected, Laura's sober community in Clinton County! @ccsoberwomenCommunity makes all the difference. Join The Sober Mom Life Cafe for 6+ Peer Support meetings each week and a private Facebook group to connect with sober and sober-curious women. Sign up for our next ‘Fresh 30' and ‘Beyond 30' cohorts. Learn more here! Get Your Copy of my book! The Sober Shift Join me on Substack: https://suzannewarye.substack.com/Follow on Instagram @thesobermomlifeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chris Holman welcomes Tim Fair, President and CEO, Clinton County Catalyst, St. Johns, MI. Clinton County Catalyst is a 20-plus-year-old economic development organization in Clinton County, Michigan, originally founded by the Clinton County Commissioners to support local business growth. Tim Fair, the current President and CEO, became involved after reconnecting with board members he already knew, and describes the organization's focus as bringing together businesses, municipalities, and educational institutions to strengthen the community. The group counts over 100 members, including AgroLiquid, Michigan Milk Producers, the Capital Region Airport, MSUFCU, and several local school districts and townships. About four years ago, the organization rebranded from the Clinton County Economic Alliance to Clinton County Catalyst to better reflect its mission. It hosts a variety of events throughout the year — including business roundtables, legislative meetings, member connections, an annual dinner, and a golf outing — operating under the motto "Connect, Construct, Cultivate." » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/
Did you like this episode? Send us a text message and share your thoughts!In this episode of Cow-Side Conversations, Jim Harbach from Schrack Farms in Clinton County, Pennsylvania dives into all things cropping as we prepare for spring planting season. With a goal of keeping something growing in the soil every day of the year on their 2,500 acres, Jim describes the transformation he has seen in their soil over the last 50 years. He shares how to navigate higher fertilizer costs by focusing on timing and drag lining manure, and the improvements in pH they have found in the soil thanks to their digester. While joking that they started no till and cover cropping “for all the wrong reasons,” Jim gets serious about the impressive differences they've seen in the structure, texture, and organic matter levels within their soil after following these practices. As a dairy farmer, he says the organic matter that the animals return to the soil is a critical part of it.
Part II of The Big Valley: Reedsville, and Revival Kitchen! Reedsville sits at the northern, downstream end of the Kish Valley, where the Kishocoquillas Creek runs down through the Mann Narrows to the Juniata. There in Reedsville, tiny Reedsville, is Revival Kitchen, a surprisingly good restaurant that draws customers from as far away as Wilmington, Philadelphia, and New York...to Reedsville? Yes! Which is why I had to interview Chef Quintin Wicks and find out what was going on here! Then I walked around Reedsville for coffee, a women's boutique, ice cream, and some other stuff in this surprising little downtown. What I'm Drinking Today is the local soda, Reedsville Creamery's joint venture with our friends at Shy Bear Brewing, a Birch Beer, and my, is it ever good! The Smack Dab In The Centre segment is about chef's table experiences in the Happy Valley, where you can get right into the kitchen! Next episode will, I think, be about Clinton County's Prince of Prohibition, Prince Farrington, a name from the past that still resonates today. See you in two weeks! Until then? TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THE PODCAST! Seen Through A Glass is sponsored by the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau. Come visit Centre County! This episode uses these sounds under the following license: Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Champ de tournesol" by Komiku at https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ arrow-impact-87260 Sound Effect found on Pixabay (https://pixabay.com) "Glow" by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https: //www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ All sounds sourced by STAG Music Librarian Nora Bryson, with our thanks.
(Apr 28, 2026) At SUNY Canton, students have started a new club to learn the art of blacksmithing. We visit the forge, where they pound their creations into reality. Also: Gov. Kathy Hochul's Republican opponent was in Clinton County over the weekend. Bruce Blakeman says he is better for New York.
Pennsylvania is introducing new privacy protections for people with disabilities, including those with autism. Governor Josh Shapiro announced the changes last week in a series of executive orders. The Pennsylvania auditor general says the state's so-called motor-voter system is working as intended, despite one error caught during a review. A Florida energy company is planning to build a high-voltage power line in southwest Pennsylvania to feed data centers in Northern Virginia. The company is seeking the right of eminent domain. A house fire claimed the lives of a mother and six children Sunday in Clinton County, near Lock Haven. Following the discovery of a woman's body inside a foreclosed Lebanon County home last week, the woman's husband is facing charges. The executive director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission announced Friday that he'll step down in June. A 20-year old Cumberland County man is facing charges of ethnic intimidation and harassment after Pennsylvania State Police say he and a juvenile posted anti-Semitic signs on several properties. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Discover how Ty Brown, founder and owner of Drago Indiana, uses innovative practices like cover crop breeding, drone technology, and water quality management to enhance sustainability, crop yields, and farm productivity. Hold on tight—this isn't just about incremental improvements; it's about transforming your entire farming operation for the better, one innovative step at a time. Monte and Ty break down the crucial role of modern plant breeding, highlighting how genetic markers for traits like seed shatter resistance and hard seed are revolutionizing cover crop reliability. Plus, get insights into how water quality, via reverse osmosis systems, is dramatically enhancing pesticide chemistry effectiveness and crop health—potentially cutting herbicide and fungicide costs by up to 40%. Understand the practicalities of integrating drone technology for precision spraying, and why selecting the right machinery is vital for large-scale applications. In this episode: - The evolution of cover crop breeding and its role in sustainable farming - How genetic selection is improving hairy vetch and cereal rye traits - The impact of water quality on foliar applications and herbicide effectiveness - Using drones and aircraft for efficient crop spraying and farm management - The benefits of diversifying cover crop species, including legumes and ancient grains - The importance of farm-research collaboration and long-term development strategies - Strategies for managing weed suppression, disease risks, and crop rotation complexities - Technological tools for nitrogen estimation and nutrient cycling optimization - The role of peer groups and continuous education in farm success About the Guest: About the Guest: Ty Brown is a 1992 graduate of Rossville High School and a 1996 graduate of Purdue University where he holds a B.S. in Agronomy. While at Purdue he was named the top student in Agronomy 3 of 4 years, and was part of the Purdue Soils Judging Team and Agronomy Club all 4 years. After graduation he returned to the farm as the 6th generation to do so. He married his college sweetheart, Sacha, whom he met in college in 1997. Sacha and he immediately became actively involved in the community. Ty and Sacha both served on Purdue Club of Clinton County, were 4-H leaders, served a 2.5 year term on the Farm Bureau State Young Farmer Committee and Ty took State level 4-H responsibilities, served on the soil and water board, as well as numerous other advisory roles. He started Drago Indiana in 2007 because he wanted to make available to farmers what we felt was a better option for a corn header. In 2013 he added Horsch and 2017 he added Honey Bee and all for the same reasons; they just simply offered a better product than what the major OEM's were offering. Timestamps: (00:00) – Introduction: Unveiling farm innovations with industry leaders (03:48) – Equipment and drone technology transforming crop management (05:01) – Precision foliar nitrogen application and drone night-time spraying (07:20) – Compatibility of drones with John Deere Operations Center (08:35) – Breeding efforts in hairy vetch and cereal rye for nitrogen and weed control (12:10) – The story behind the evolution of the equipment dealership (15:45) – The innovative service model with aerial farm management (18:02) – Water quality's impact on fungicide and herbicide efficiency (22:05) – Exploring rye's adaptability and seed diversity based on genetics (25:58) – Nitrogen fixation potential and selecting cover crop varieties (33:44) – Reducing seed shattering and seed cost through breeding (41:40) – Developing cereal rye varieties tailored for cover cropping purposes (58:57) – Relay cropping and interspecies plantings for diverse farming systems (60:45) – The importance of selecting varieties suited to harsh environments (61:23) – Upcoming cover crop varieties from the Cover Crop Breeding Network (62:15) – Long-term research and the importance of perseverance in breeding
(Mar 12, 2026) The village of Saranac Lake has scrapped a plan to install surveillance cameras on its streets after residents raised concerns over privacy and a lack of input in the process; a Glens Falls photographer has built a community space to connect to share her hobby with others; we'll head to Clinton County, where a West Chazy couple has built a successful farming business around solar grazing.
Cleveland police investigating after the bodies of two girls were found in suitcases; six people from the same family died in a Clinton County house fire; Ohio's voter registration data has been shared with the US Department of Justice; a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee wants to add another name to this year's nominee list.
Russell County vs Clinton County from Sunday, February 22nd.
Russell County vs Clinton County from Tuesday, February 10th.
(Feb 6, 2026) A small state park in Colton has become home to some of the best cross-country skiing in the North Country, thanks to some dedicated volunteers; local government leaders in Clinton County say they're optimistic about the economic outlook of the region; and we've got a preview of the Empire State Winter Games this weekend.
(Dec 19, 2025) The holiday season is a time to spend with family, and to remember family who are no longer with us. In northern Clinton County, there's something called a "wind phone", where people can talk to those they've lost out loud. Also: Congress passed a law earlier this week that will allow whole milk to once again be offered in public schools.
(Dec 19, 2025) An updated version of Story of the Day with the surprise announcement that North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik will not run for Governor or Congress next year. Also: The holiday season is a time to spend with family, and to remember family who are no longer with us. In northern Clinton County, there's something called a "wind phone", where people can talk to those they've lost...out loud.
Russell County vs Clinton County from Thursday, December 18th.
(Dec 11, 2025) Law enforcement agencies across the country are rethinking how they respond to mental health crises. We ride along with social service case workers in Albany as they handle mental health emergency calls instead of police. Also: A new school bus policy is drawing criticism in the community of Lyon Mountain, in Clinton County.
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(Nov 3, 2025) Ahead of Election Day, we have stories on two local races, the Canton town supervisor and the Clinton County clerk; New York could soon enter the national fight over redistricting; and we have a conversation with Matthew Algeo, the author of a book that details the history of New York's subway system.
(Nov 3, 2025) It's election day tomorrow. Polls are open from 6 am to 9 pm. We'll sort through two local races we're watching - for Canton town supervisor and Clinton County clerk. Also: Biologists are applying lampricide to the Boquet River on Tuesday to try to kill off an invasive fish.
In this episode we welcome former colleague and friend, Angela Harding, onto the Front Porch. Ang is currently serving as one of the County Commissioners for Clinton County, PA. We get a civics lesson on just what do County Commissioners do and the importance of following and understanding local government. We also discuss Ang's son, Von, and his success on the Penn State football field and what that experience was like for Mamma Harding. Get your Front Porch merch! Support the show
#316 Rebekah Pierce runs a regenerative sheep farm in upstate New York and has cracked the code on making solar farms work for agriculture. Her new book "Agri Energy" reveals how combining solar panels with farming creates a win for developers, farmers, and rural communities.The land use math is stunning. The US dedicates 30 million acres to growing corn for ethanol fuel. Solar panels are 100 times more efficient at converting land into energy. We need just 1% of US land (23 million acres) to supply all our electricity with solar alone. Converting those ethanol acres to dual-use solar could power 100% of electricity needs AND a nationwide EV fleet.Rebekah Pierce is the author of "Agri Energy" (Island Press, November 2025) and owner of JR Pierce Family Farm in Clinton County, New York. She started with backyard chickens in 2015 and now grazes sheep across half a dozen solar projects in three counties. She writes about regenerative agriculture, solar grazing, and the intersection of farming and renewable energy.Key Discussion Points:Why corn-to-ethanol uses massive land area with terrible efficiency (100 to 200x worse than solar)How solar grazing cuts O&M costs for developers while creating farmer incomeThe real threat to farmland: urbanization takes far more land than solar ever will100,000 farms lost between 2011-2018 as average farmer age hits 58Technical requirements: water access, secure fencing, interior paddocks for rotational grazingTopsoil loss: one pound per bushel of corn producedResources: American Solar Grazing Association (ASGA) and REFA (Renewable Energy Farmers of America)The book covers far more than sheep and solar. Rebekah researched all the ways agriculture and renewables intersect, from wind farms to battery storage to elevated tracking systems for larger livestock.Connect with Rebekah Pierce Website: www.jrpiercefamilyfarm.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-pierce-writer/Book: "Agri Energy" available November 2025 on Amazon and Island Presshttps://islandpress.org/books/agri-energy#desc Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com
Indianapolis and state officials celebrated the completion of a section of trail that will eventually connect Indianapolis, Fishers, and Noblesville. The City of Indianapolis is converting a handful of downtown streets from one-way to two-way traffic. A state-approved pilot program that could change how Indianapolis schools share buses and buildings. Emergency Medical Services in Clinton County says it's the first EMS agency in the nation to use a new technology for breathing machines.
Indianapolis and state officials celebrated the completion of a section of trail that will eventually connect Indianapolis, Fishers, and Noblesville. The City of Indianapolis is converting a handful of downtown streets from one-way to two-way traffic. A state-approved pilot program that could change how Indianapolis schools share buses and buildings. Emergency Medical Services in Clinton County says it's the first EMS agency in the nation to use a new technology for breathing machines. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
In this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Alicia Christiansen, superintendent of Northeast Community Schools in Clinton County, Iowa.Before her current role, Christiansen served as the 6-12 principal at Northeast and was an associate principal in the Clinton Community School District. She began her career in education as a math teacher at Washington Middle School in Clinton.Christiansen holds a master's degree in educational leadership from Western Illinois University and a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Franciscan University. She earned her superintendent program certificate from the University of Northern Iowa.As superintendent, Christiansen champions and advances the Northeast mission to educate students to become resourceful learners and contributing citizens.Northeast Community Schools is seeking a bond vote on November 4, which will allow the district to use a general obligation bond to fund improvements. These improvements will address needs in the oldest part of the high school, which is over 60 years old, and will also create much-needed space for career and technical education, as well as strength and conditioning programs.For more information about the November 4th vote, please visit https://www.northeast.k12.ia.us/page/bond-vote-november-4th.Interested in sponsoring the Grow Clinton Podcast? Contact Grow Clinton at (563) 242-5702 or visit www.GrowClinton.com.We Value Your Feedback: Please share your thoughts in our listener survey: Take the survey at https://www.growclinton.com/survey.Grow Clinton proudly champions economic growth, fosters community, and supports the sustainable success of businesses in the Greater Clinton Region.Thank you for listening and for your ongoing support! ~AndyHave an idea for a podcast guest? Send us a message!
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(Sep 15, 2025) Mining used to be a pillar of the North Country economy, but, except for specific cases, it's mostly disappeared today. An old zinc mine in St. Lawrence County is getting a new life as one of the country's only sources of graphite. Also: The APA approved a new solar farm in Clinton County last week, sparking a debate over land use in the Adirondacks.
Ralph welcomes Ben Cohen (anti-war activist and ice cream entrepreneur) to discuss his new campaign, "Up in Arms," which advocates for a common-sense Pentagon budget. Then, Ralph speaks to Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi about her recent piece: "When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told."Ben Cohen is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime anti-war activist. He is a co-founder of the ice cream company Ben & Jerry's and a prominent supporter of progressive causes. He is co-founder of Up In Arms, a public education and advocacy campaign pushing for a common-sense approach to military budgeting. In May of this year, Ben was arrested by Capitol Police after he interrupted Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s testimony by screaming,”Congress kills poor kids in Gaza by buying bombs and pays for it by kicking kids off Medicaid.”We're up in arms because the government has taken the kindness, the heart, the soul of the American people and essentially replaced it with so many bombs that there's no rational use for them. They've turned us all into mass murderers.Ben CohenYou know, politicians starting from Reagan are fond of saying “a nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought.” And then they turn around and spend $100 billion a year on a nuclear arsenal that's capable of blowing up the entire world several times over. So they say one thing and they do another. I mean, a nuclear arsenal capable of blowing up the entire world several times over? That's not deterrence. That's delusion.Ben CohenI just go back to the moral issue of our time, which is Gaza—two-thirds of the American people don't support continuing to arm Israel. And we need to make our politicians pay the price for continuing to arm Israel… We have a midterm election coming up. If your guy voted to continue to essentially facilitate the genocide, vote them out.Ben CohenWhen you have more money than is needed, you tend to invite corruption, cost overruns, machinery that doesn't work, and I would advise that you look into why the GAO and the Pentagon auditors are being asked to do fewer audits of the military budget. Because there's almost a direct correlation between throwing money at a government program (especially at that scale) and corruption. And corruption is understandable to everybody. It's the number one political issue all over the world, when the pollsters poll.Ralph NaderArwa Mahdawi is a columnist for the Guardian and author of Strong Female Lead: Lessons from Women in Power. Here is her recent piece on the genocide in Gaza: “When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told” (The Guardian, August 8, 2025)To be fair, the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal have published some pretty devastating reports from their reporters in that area. They've put out some devastating features on what's going on [in Gaza], but it doesn't translate into editorial denunciation by these papers. And it doesn't translate into taking the next step and doing what they would do in other conflicts around the world where there isn't so much prejudice and domestic pressureRalph NaderI'm an opinion writer, but as journalists, you're always supposed to report facts. And the fact is: we have absolutely no idea how many people are dead in the Gaza Strip. But there are plenty of studies (which I reference in the article—one Lancet peer-reviewed study, one letter to the Lancet by a highly-respected scientist, one empirical study by Michael Spagat) which show that the death count is a lot higher. So I truly believe that unless you're saying “the official figure from the Ministry of Health is around 60,000 but studies show it is probably much higher,” then that's just journalistic malpractice.Arwa MahdawiI think there's just this instinct to believe that Palestinians are lying and Israelis are telling the truth. And it also goes back to…this isn't just Israel's war, this is America's war as well. And this desire to see America as the good guys—we're the good guys, the Palestinians are the bad guys. And to have this black-and-white narrative where, obviously, we're the good guys, you know, and so if the Palestinian narrative casts doubt on that, then it must be wrong.Arwa MahdawiI always suggest that people write to the media outlets and say that they want to see more Palestinian narratives, they want the media outlets to voice their concern that foreign reporters are not being let in, that more aid workers are not being let in, that pictures are not coming out.Arwa MahdawiThere are very few pictures coming out of the scale of this destruction in Gaza, but when you see the ones that do come out, it is very, very obvious that there are more than 60,000 people dead.But there seems to be this lack of curiosity with some of my peers. Why aren't they asking, “Why aren't we seeing more pictures?” There should be nonstop outrage that their press freedom is being stifled like this and so many Palestinian journalists are being slaughtered.Arwa MahdawiNews 8/22/25* Last Thursday, during an event in her Masscusetts congressional district, Congresswoman Katherine Clark – who holds the position of House Minority Whip, making her the number two Democrat in the House – called Israel's campaign in Gaza a “genocide,” per Axios. According to Zeteo, this makes Clark the 14th member of Congress to use the “g word.” Lest she be accused of bravery however, Clark quickly walked back her comments. In a statement to the Jewish News Syndicate, Clark said “last week, while attending an event in my district, I repeated the word ‘genocide' in response to a question…I want to be clear that I am not accusing Israel of genocide.” This incident illustrates the cross-cutting pressures facing Democratic Party leaders. This divide will be on the agenda again at the DNC meeting on August 26th, where among other issues, party leaders will vote on competing resolutions to lay out the Democrats' position on Gaza. Allison Minnerly, the progressive DNC delegate sponsoring the resolution to end arms shipments to Israel, is quoted saying “Our voters…are saying that they do not want U.S. dollars to enable further death and starvation anywhere across the world, particularly in Gaza…I don't think it should be a hard decision for us to say that clearly,” per the Intercept.* Even as Democrats wrestle with their position on Gaza, the politics are clearly shifting. The Reject AIPAC coalition has released a new statement saying that among Democrats, AIPAC is now a “toxic pariah.” As evidence of this, Reject AIPAC cites the fact that only 14 House Democrats attended the AIPAC-sponsored Israel trip this year. According to Mondoweiss, “In 2023, the lobbying group brought 24 House Dems to Israel over recess. In 2019, over 40 attended.” Reject AIPAC also cites the fact that Reps. Valerie Foushee and Maxine Dexter, both recipients of millions of AIPAC dollars, voted to block arms to Israel and Foushee is even now rejecting AIPAC money. As these small victories mount, the horizon of possibility for movement within the party grows ever wider.* Last week, Tom Artiom Alexandrovich – a senior department head in Israel's National Cyber Directorate – was arrested in a “multi-agency operation targeting child sex predators,” in Clark County, Nevada according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. According to Reuters, “Alexandrovich faces a felony charge of luring or attempting to lure a child or mentally ill person to commit a sex act ‘with use of computer technology.'” Yet, inexplicably, Alexandrovich was released by U.S. authorities and is back in Israel. This set off a firestorm in the U.S., with many accusing the Trump administration of facilitating Alexandrovich's release. The State Department was forced to issue a statement denying these claims, stating that Alexandrovich "did not claim diplomatic immunity and was released by a state judge…Any claims that the U.S. government intervened are false." The AP adds that the “Israeli Embassy in Washington and the Israeli Prime Minister's Office did not immediately return messages.” Disturbingly, the mainstream media seems to be purposely ignoring this case. While it has been covered by the Guardian, the Times of Israel, and Haaretz, there has been zero coverage in the New York Times or Washington Post, or ABC, NBC, or CBS. This media blackout adds fuel to the speculation that this case is being tamped down by the administration for political reasons.* Another troubling story regarding minors on the internet comes to us from Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI. According to Reuters, internal documents from Meta Platforms detail “policies on chatbot behavior…[permitting] the company's artificial intelligence creations to ‘engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual,' generate false medical information and help users argue that Black people are ‘dumber than white people.'” Former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan called these reports “disturbing” and cited a legal complaint filed by the FTC to the Justice Department against Snap in January, under her leadership, “charging that [Snap's] AI chatbot was creating risks and harms for young users.” Khan noted that the “DOJ hasn't filed the case or taken any steps to protect these kids,” and demanded that “Any lawmaker concerned about big tech's abuse of kids should ask what is going on.” The administration's lack of action on these issues indicates that despite their rhetorical inveighing against the tech industry, they are treating SIlicon Valley with the same kid gloves they use for the rest of corporate America, even when it affects minors.* In more positive news from abroad, the Washington Post reports that between 2022 and 2024, Mexico lifted a stunning 8.3 million residents out of poverty. This 18% drop in poverty includes a 23% decrease in extreme poverty and a 16% drop in moderate poverty. According to experts, this remarkable achievement is the result of the policies of former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, or AMLO, and his successor Claudia Sheinbaum, such as tripling the minimum wage and instituting a raft of social programs to aid “senior citizens, unemployed youth, students, farmers and people with disabilities.” President Sheinbaum is now plowing ahead with a new project – producing a “small, 100% electric, accessible [EV],” called the “Olinia,” to be fully manufactured and assembled in Mexico, per Mexico News Daily.* Turning to domestic politics, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik finally showed up in her district on Monday after an extended period of avoiding public appearances. At a ceremony honoring a late Clinton County clerk in Plattsburgh, Stefanik was drowned out by cries of “‘You sold us out!', ‘Shame!', and ‘Unseal the Epstein files!', along with a “steady stream of boos,” according to the Daily Beast. Stefanik “left the podium after speaking for less than a minute,” and when she returned, she was booed again. Stefanik's chronic absence and chilly reception is a bad sign for her gubernatorial aspirations. In the months since she has held a town hall, her constituents held a mock town hall where they addressed an empty chair, per WRGB, and New York Democrats AOC and Paul Tonko held town halls in her district, per the Albany Times-Union.* In more political news from New York, disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo is explicitly seeking to woo New York Republicans in his independent bid for Mayor of New York City. POLITICO reports that at a fundraiser at media mogul Jimmy Finkelstein's Southampton estate, Cuomo told the crowd that he agrees with President Trump that the “goal is to stop Mamdani.” To this end, he is trying to convince Republicans that they would be “wasting [their] vote on [Curtis] Sliwa,” the Republican nominee for Mayor, “because he'll never be a serious candidate.” Cuomo also implied that he is open to an alliance with Trump, telling the crowd “Let's put it this way: I knew the president very well.” Dora Pekec, a spokesperson for the Zohran campaign, is quoted saying “Since he's too afraid to say it to New Yorkers' faces, we'll make it clear: Andrew Cuomo IS Donald Trump's choice for mayor.”* In Texas, state Democrats have returned to the state, ending their attempt to defeat Governor Abbott's mid-decade redistricting scheme by denying the legislature a quorum. In a statement Gene Wu, chairman of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, said "We killed the corrupt special session, withstood unprecedented surveillance and intimidation, and rallied Democrats nationwide to join this existential fight for fair representation — reshaping the entire 2026 landscape," per the BBC. The legislature is now expected to approve the redrawn congressional maps; the state Democrats plan to continue fighting them in the courts. California has vowed to redraw their own maps to compensate for the expected loss of five Democrat-held seats in Texas. New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Maryland are also considering their own redistricting plans. Vice President JD Vance was deployed to Indiana to pressure Republicans in that state to redraw their maps to favor Republicans as well, per the IndyStar. It is a sad state of affairs that American politics has been reduced to such naked power grabbing plots, but here we are.* In local news, the federal occupation of Washington, D.C. continues to deepen. CBS reports the governors of at least six Republican-led states are sending contingents from their National Guards to the capital. These include Mississippi and Louisiana, West Virginia, South Carolina, Ohio and Tennessee. Just what these troops will do in Washington remains unclear. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who is sending 160 troops, cited “monument security” and “traffic control” among their official responsibilities. The federal agents on the ground, with little to do – the DOJ itself reports as violent crime is at a 30-year low in the District – seem to be mostly just harassing residents. The Daily Beast reports ICE tore down a banner and replaced it with a dildo. A local, Amanda Moore, posted a photo of 15 federal agents calling an ambulance for a drunk girl in Dupont Circle. And, while the Lever reports D.C. corporate lobbyists pushed for the occupation, it is wreaking havoc on local businesses; Rolling Stone reports reservations at D.C. restaurants are down between 25 and 31%, to take just one example. We can only hope that this pointless, destructive farce of quasi-fascistic political theater ends sooner rather than later.* Finally, investigative reporter and Iraq war veteran Seth Harp is out with a new book – The Fort Bragg Cartel: Drug Trafficking and Murder in the Special Forces – which details the double murder of Master Sergeant Billy Lavigne and Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Dumas, along with the “many more unexplained deaths…other murders connected to drug trafficking in elite units, and dozens of fatal overdoses,” at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. Among other remarkable discoveries, Harp “describes a U.S. special forces k9 [unit] that was given titanium dentures and encouraged to feast on human brains in the field,” in the words of publisher and producer Chris Wade. Remember these titanium dentures whenever you hear that there is no money to pay for critical social programs. The money is there. The political will is not.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe
(Aug 19, 2025) Congresswoman Elise Stefanik attended a dedication ceremony in Plattsburgh yesterday. Her appearance followed a rare public feud with local Republicans over selecting a candidate for an upcoming special election. Also: Part of the reason for a road salt shortage last winter was because of a requirement to buy from an American company.
Send us a textIn this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny are joined by Megan Dove of the Clinton County Development Association (CCDA). The CCDA, a non-profit organization and sponsor of the license for the Wild Rose Casino & Resort®, Clinton, provides financial assistance through grant programs to local organizations and charities that enhance the overall vitality and quality of life in Clinton County through their educational, social, cultural, and environmental programs and initiatives.Megan will discuss the upcoming August 13th grant submission deadline, with awards announced in November 2025, details regarding the partnership with the Wild Rose Casino & Hotel, and a list of past funded projects.To learn more about the CCDA and how your organization or charity can apply for grant funding, please visit https://clintoncountydevelopment.org/.To promote your business on the podcast, contact Grow Clinton at 563.242.5702 or www.GrowClinton.com. Grow Clinton promotes business growth, builds community, and supports the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.
Send us a textIn this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview James Stout and Shane Sawyer from the Iowa Department of Workforce Development, focusing on Home Base Iowa, a veteran relocation incentive program.The four discuss the benefits of veteran relocation to Iowa and Clinton County, the associated incentives, the application process, and upcoming Veteran Success Fairs.Contact James and Shane for more information about the 2025 Veteran Success Fairs!james.stout@iwd.iowa.govshane.sawyer@iwd.iowa.govHome Base Iowa is seamlessly integrated into IowaWORKS, the state's largest jobs bank and a resource for finding careers across the state. Veterans receive personalized career assistance, and Iowa employers gain access to powerful tools and a database of qualified veteran resumes.Clinton County, Iowa, has been a Home Base Iowa County since 2016. As one of the early adopters, Clinton County has helped nearly 70 veterans, supporting the workforce needs of our region's largest employers.For more details about Home Base Iowa and the local incentives available, feel free to contact Andy Sokolovich at 563-242-5702 or email asokolovich@growclinton.com.To find out how you can promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, build community, and support the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.
Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 25, 2025. Ivy Tech Community College Evansville is launching a new apprenticeship program for individuals interested early childhood education in Dubois County. An Elkhart-based manufacturer has named a new president. Plus, a Clinton County family farm is being honored for its rural preservation efforts. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.
(Jul 3, 2025) NOTE: This is yesterday's show. Our website and podcast system was down yesterday. Sorry for the inconvenience. David With so much water, the North Country is a prime place to fish. In Chazy in Clinton County, the rod and gun club brings local middle schoolers to train the next generation of anglers. Also: Hospital groups around the state say the tax and spending bill passed by the Senate will hurt New York's health care system.
Located in Clinton County, Cherry Run, a tributary of Fishing Creek, is situated in a rugged, narrow valley between the small rural communities of Tylersville and Lamar. Today, a small clearing exists where Cherry Run intersects Narrow Road. On this spot once stood the two-room log home of a 34-year-old farmer named Isaiah Colby, his wife, Nora, and their two young children.On August 8, 1887, Isaiah's mother and nephew came to visit. But when they neared the cabin, a ghastly sight met their gaze; on the grass lay the bodies of Isaiah and Nora Colby. It was apparent that Isaiah had died from a gunshot wound to the face, while Nora had been struck a violent blow to the back of the head. It was also evident that she had been sexually assaulted-- perhaps after her life was already extinct. But what was the motive behind the assailant's terrible actions? Greed? Or lust?
(May 28, 2025) President Trump wants to cut funding for rural airports, like those in the North Country, by 50%; new initiatives in Clinton County want to make it easier to develop more housing; and NCPR book reviewer Betsy Kepes reviews a book from an Adirondack naturalist.
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Send us a textIn this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny sit down with members of the Clinton County Conservation office to discuss upcoming events, projects, the new 40-acre addition to public hunting grounds, and controlled burns on wildlife areas. Clinton County Conservation allows for wildlife/environmental education, offering camping, parks, Blue Heron Eco Cruises, Eden Valley Nature Center, school programs and field trips, youth hunter challenges, and EnviroKids. For more information and to access the events calendar, please visit https://www.clintoncounty-ia.gov/conservation/. Phil Visser can be reached directly at pvisser@clintoncounty-ia.gov. To promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com. Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.
Geri Favreau is the President of the Clinton County Historical Association & Museum, Chair of America 250 in Clinton County, and President of the Adirondack Coast Cultural Alliance.
(Feb 27, 2025) Clinton County locals hope for justice for a migrant woman who died after crossing the U.S.-Canada border in December 2023 as the Colombian man accused of smuggling her faces charges; for Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we talk to the Adirondack author of a memoir about anorexia nervosa; and a project from the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in central New York tells Black history with an Upstate focus through episodes on YouTube.
(Feb 27, 2025) During Black History Month, the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in central New York publishes bite-size morsels of Black history you may not know about, many of them taking place in Upstate New York. A conversation with the historian behind the series. Also: A Colombian man was arraigned earlier this month on smuggling charges in connection with the death of a migrant woman in northern Clinton County.
Join host Chris Lawrence on West Virginia Outdoors as we cover the latest outdoor news and events. We start with a weather update from the National Weather Service, discussing flood warnings and how they may impact local rivers and streams. Then, Kate Runk from the Clinton County, Ohio, chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation shares details about the upcoming Thunder in the Hills spring gobbler hunt for disabled veterans and hunters. We also get an important update on the West Virginia Wildlife Center, where work is underway to complete the long-awaited perimeter fence following a USDA mandate. Plus, Larry Nyber, also known as "Redneck We Fish," joins us to talk about early spring fishing, prime spots, and how Mother Nature is setting up for a strong season. Whether you're a hunter, angler, or conservationist, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in for the latest outdoor updates, expert insights, and upcoming events in West Virginia and beyond!
(Feb 5, 2025) Officials in Clinton County welcomed the news that the Trump administration is delaying tariffs on Canadian goods by 30 days, but they say there's a lot of uncertainty and some damage has already been done; we look at how North Country schools are thinking about a potential statewide ban on cellphones in schools; and Chef Curtiss Hemm shares a recipe for a truffle and onion dip garnished with rosemary and pine nuts.
(Jan 17, 2025) Favorites are reportedly emerging for the special election to replace Elise Stefanik; Clinton County health care providers are holding a vaccine information this weekend with a goal of combatting misinformation; the expansion of the Corning plant in Canton that could bring more than 300 jobs to St. Lawrence County is locked in; and, a preview of Long Lake Winter Carnival activities!
(Jan 17, 2025) There's been a lot of misinformation about vaccines lately, including coming from Donald Trump's pick to head federal health programs. A group of Clinton County health care providers is holding an event this weekend to get out the real facts about the safety and efficacy of vaccines. Also: Congresswoman Stefanik has been meeting with Senators as she prepares for her hearing Tuesday to become the next U.N. Ambassador.
Community leaders in Lancaster County are asking the state to address a childcare workforce crisis in the next budget. Pennsylvania's budget last year included 500 million additional dollars to fund poor school districts, but advocates say the state should double down on the investment. A struggling rural hospital in Clinton County is getting a boost, thanks to some state funding. Testimony is underway in Scranton in the federal trial of four suspects in a theft ring that stole from almost 20 museums and other sites over a 20-year period. The state Attorney General's office has been awarded a $10 million grant to launch an effort aimed at raising public awareness on the topic of human trafficking. The newest U.S. Navy Ship is named for Pennsylvania's Capitol. A recent christening marked the official launch of the USS Harrisburg, an amphibious transport vessel also identified by its pennant number LPD 30. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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