Podcasts about Marion County

Amy Meyer with Habitat for Humanity of Marion County discusses the organization and three home builds wrapping up this summer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Sunday, May 25, 2025  Visit Southern WV launches a trail showcasing the region's beer, wine and spirits…two West Virginia organizations receive ARC funding to support energy improvements…and the WVDNR moves its main office to the Capitol Complex…on today's daily304.   #1 – From WOAY-TV – Visit Southern West Virginia has launched the new Brews and Booze Trail.   The trail is accessible through the Brews and Booze Trail digital passport and encourages travelers and locals to visit the craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries of Southern West Virginia.  The trail features 10 participating businesses that you may already be familiar with, such as Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company and Smooth Ambler, which will offer special deals to passport holders.  Users who check in their passports while visiting businesses will earn points redeemable for prizes. Visit visitwv.com to sign up and see all the participating businesses. Read more: woay.com/visit-southern-west-virginia-launches-brews-and-booze-trail-digital-passport/   #2 – From ARC.GOV –  The Appalachian Regional Commission has  awarded nearly $4.7 million to three projects through its Appalachian Regional Energy Hub Initiative. The awards will support activities to implement a hydrogen energy hub from natural gas feedstocks in the region, as well as job training to prepare Appalachians for work in the energy industry. West Virginia award recipients were: $2,989,361 to West Virginia Region 1 & 4 Planning & Development Councils to develop a community-driven plan to accelerate a regional hydrogen hub based on natural gas and natural gas liquids. $382,335 to Marion County, West Virginia to plan for the launch of a new commercial driver license training facility for drivers of diesel and hydrogen-fueled trucks. Read more: https://www.arc.gov/news/arc-awards-nearly-4-7-million-to-support-appalachias-energy-industry-expansion/   #3 – From WVDNR – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has relocated its main office to the West Virginia State Capitol Complex in Charleston. The relocation strengthens the agency's ability to serve the people of West Virginia and support the state's natural resources, according to WVDNR Director Brett McMillion. The WVDNR's main office was previously located in South Charleston. Its new office is located at 112 California Avenue in Charleston.  Locations for the agency's district offices and operations center remain unchanged. For contact information for WVDNR offices around the state, visit WVdnr.gov/contact. Read more: https://wvdnr.gov/wvdnr-relocates-main-office-to-state-capitol-complex/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHtCtIF3nkvqUip2_bOT0b1OLafFHWlMcS2roVh1WdpurbR6qFOilQFHPfcAl_aem_OmiGkqetiwFANaU2KNb7Ig   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

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Chief Safety Officer for Roblox, Matt Kaufman, shares the safety features in place on the popular online game platform and game creation system following the arrest of a 17-year-old in Marion County.

White House national security moves impact a couple of Florida members of Trump's administration. Marion County again has deep ties to the Run For The Roses. And it's graduation weekend in Gainesville. Friday's biggest stories, breaking news, and commentary on the FULL Bob Rose Show

Chief Safety Officer for Roblox, Matt Kaufman, shares the safety features in place on the popular online game platform and game creation system following the arrest of a 17-year-old in Marion County.

An unidentified 15-year-old boy reported to Marion County, Florida authorities that his father allegedly walked in on him and his stepmother, Alexis Yates, having sex in the living room of his home. The teen was reportedly visiting his father for summer vacation. Now, as Yates faces a charge of sexual battery, her nursing license is on the line as well. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber discusses the disturbing details with Florida victim's rights lawyer John Phillips.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW:Plaud NotePin (10% OFF with the code" PLAUD16"): https://bit.ly/3EpwFfB Plaud Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lG76aOHOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marion County Conservation Director Cale Edwards discusses updates within the department.

A new initiative in Marion County will support people with disabilities during interactions with law enforcement. The state of the black community was discussed at the second annual Melanin Table Talk last week in Indianapolis. Purdue University's Boilermaker Special was involved in a fatal crash last week. How two top priority bills defined the 2025 General Assembly session. 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 Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

An urgent situation is unfolding across Marion County as thousands of high school seniors prepare to graduate in just two months, raising questions about what comes next for the Class of 2025, and for the broader community, as a result. WISH-TV contributor Emil Ekiyor, who is also the CEO of InnoPower, noted that many students are at a crossroads, unsure of their next steps after graduation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Several fires and the use of new gear by Marion Fire Rescue, proposals for facilities for horse racing and the thoroughbred industry, child abuse awareness and sexual assault prevention, with Marion County Commissioner Carl Zalak

Guest: Heather Dawn BatchelorEpisode Summary:In this episode of Art Heals All Wounds, I speak with Heather Dawn Batchelor, an abstract expressionist painter and arts practitioner with Arts in Health Ocala Metro in Florida. Heather shares her personal journey with art, influenced by her artistic family, and her work with Memory Cafe, a program supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers through creative arts.Key Points:1.     Heather's Background:o   Heather grew up in a creative family, with artist parents.o   Inspired by a ballet production on PBS as a child, she has been chasing the sensation of creative expression through various artistic mediums ever since.o   She pursued art school, studying painting and photography, and connected deeply with abstract expressionism.2.     Art and Healing:o   Heather explains her desire to make the invisible visible, striving to capture spiritual elements through her art.o   Art serves as a form of personal self-care and emotional expression for Heather, especially through challenging times.3.     Memory Cafe:o   Heather leads the Memory Cafe, a program for dementia patients and their caregivers under Hospice of Marion County.o   The cafe offers arts and various activities to engage participants, supporting both dementia patients and caregivers.o   Heather shares moving stories of transformation and empowerment through art, emphasizing the universal need and benefit of creative expression.4.     Impact on Caregivers:o   The program also benefits caregivers, providing them with much-needed support and a creative outlet to process their experiences and stress.5.     Future Plans:o   Heather discusses potential virtual components for Memory Cafe, ensuring accessibility for caregivers and patients unable to attend in person.6.     Personal Connections:o   Heather has a personal connection with dementia, having supported friends and family members, including her father, through the condition.Links and Resources:·       Heather's Website: heatherdawnbachelor.com·       Arts in Health Ocala Metro: Provides resources and information about programs like the Memory Cafe.·       Marion County Hospice: Hosting the Memory Cafe and supporting dementia care initiatives.Contact and Feedback:·       Pam encourages listeners to reach out through her website and sign up for her newsletter for updates on the podcast.Music:·       Featured Music by Ketsa and Lobo LocoProduction Credits:·       Edited by Iva HristovaTune in to hear how Heather Dawn Batchelor uses art as a tool for healing and connection in the realm of dementia care and beyond.Follow Me!●      Art Heals All Wounds Website●      My Instagram ●      My LinkedIn●      Art Heals All Wounds Instagram  

Sparking discussion to ignite change, that's the goal of the Indiana Youth Institute's 2025 Kids Count Data Book.The data, released in mid-February at the Statehouse, outlines trends affecting kids in Indiana. From health and education to economic stability and family support, the report paints a detailed picture of what life looks like for Hoosier kids.The report ranks Indiana 27th in the United States for overall child well-being.The data also found, in Marion County, that access to exercise opportunities is at 91% compared to 76% statewide.The report also saw a decrease in substance abuse for students in grades 7-12.But, Marion County's youths still face challenges. One of the biggest is mental health, a problem that increased during the pandemic. Indiana Youth Institute plans to travel to other regions of Indiana to present local data about kids to community leaders and advocates.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Threats to Marion County and Florida's horse industry by legislative moves to decouple gambling from thoroughbred racing. ‘Decoupling' explained with local horse farmer David O'Farrell.

Pella Community Ambulance Assistant Chief Mandy Ritchie discusses her recent selection as one of Marion County’s Top Ten Under 40.

City of Pella Parks Director Chandler Nunnikhoven discusses his recent recognition as one of Marion County’s Top Ten Under 40.

Emily Feagins with Marion County Emergency Management discusses severe weather preparedness and ways citizens of the County can stay informed in part two of a two part segment.

Our guest joining us today is David O'Farrell of Ocala Stud, located in Marion County. Mr. O'Farrell manages and owns with his family Ocala Stud, where they train and breed world renowned Thoroughbreds. He serves as the Thoroughbred Owners and breeders Association Board of Trustees chair, as a steward at The Jockey Club and is a member of Breeder's Cup Limited. Since 1958 Ocala Stud has bred, raised and sold runners ranked among the best of their divisions in the U.S. and abroad.   Visit FloridaFarmBureau.org to learn how you can get involved in Florida Agriculture.  

Two more convicted in the 2022 Pagan Motorcycle Club murder of Henry Silver in Marion County have been sentenced for the killing of their club brother. Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support. Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

Emily Feagins with Marion County EMA discusses severe weather awareness and ways the county is informed regarding severe weather.

Marion County Naturalist Karen Johlas-Szalkowski discusses the upcoming Earth Day celebration for the Marion County Conservation Department along with other future events.

Marion County Recorder Naomi Ellis discusses services offered at the Marion County Recorders Office and the ongoing boat renewal season.

Do you know who Ohio's "corn model" is? According to Matt Reese in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, that model is Tyler Drewes of Wood County, a corn producer and the president of the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association. Matt and Tyler catch up at the 2025 Celebration of Ohio Corn & Wheat on Feb. 4 to discuss crop genetics, grower adaptability, and year-round E-15. Featured audio includes: Matt talks with both the corn and wheat winners of the 2024 Yield Contest. In the Ohio corn yield contest, Kent Edwards of Erie County achieved the highest yield with 344.82 bushels per acre. Meanwhile, in the wheat contest, Aaron Stuckey of Fulton County topped the charts with 140.1286 bushels per acre. Matt asks both of them for their tricks of the trade, especially during the challenging 2024 growing season. Dale Minyo speaks with Mike Ralph of Marion County, a corn and soybean farmer who serves on the Ohio Soybean Council Board of Trustees. The two discuss reducing greenhouse gas emissions through biodiesel and renewable fuels, as well as the rise of soybean oil across the United States.

Logan Guminski, 27, faces two felony charges in Marion County after detectives said they received a tip that she posted a video on Instagram that showed her engaged in sexual activity with her dog. Guminski is a content creator and admitted to creating the videos for cash, according to an incident report. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy looks at the disturbing allegations in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Download the FREE Upside App at https://upside.app.link/crimefix to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gasHost:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5Guest Dr. Daniel Bober https://www.instagram.com/drdanielbober/CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana will create an online portal for Hoosier farmers, a one-stop-shop for them to connect with the government. A teachers union has asked for a moratorium on new schools in Indianapolis. A Marion County Superior judge blocked the Indiana Department of Health from releasing abortion records –– also known as terminated pregnancy reports. Renovations are in full swing along Georgia Street in downtown Indianapolis. 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 Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Marion County Treasurer Michaela Bigaouette discusses the upcoming property tax deadline.  

Ciara Ward with Pella Real Estate Services discusses her recognition as one of Marion County’s top young professionals.

Dumping has been a major problem in the Ocala National Forest, and the county has been aggressively finding and prosecuting commercial violators. Marion County Commissioner Carl Zalak on county events, expanding veterans' cancer screenings, equine events, and Rock The Country coming in May

Damon Griffiths with ImpactLife discusses the importance of blood donations, the blood donation process, and ways to donate here in Marion County.

We are very excited about our guests this week on the Meldon Law & Friends Podcast!

We are very excited about our guests this week on the Meldon Law & Friends Podcast!

Pella Christian Grade School Principal Ben Dirksen discusses his recent recognition as a member of the Top 10 Under 40 young professionals in Marion County.

United Auto Workers union members at Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis overwhelmingly approved a new contract last week. A new analysis underscores the impact funding for the National Institutes of Health has on state economies. The Indiana Latino Democratic Caucus pushes back against a wave of anti-immigrant legislation.  A housing report from Prosperity Indiana highlights what low-income renters face. Marion County residents can look forward to universal curbside recycling. 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 Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Marion County Public Health Nurse Judi Van Hulzen discusses spring break safety.

Marion County Bank President Kevin Bolt discusses his 30 years with the organization and his new role.

Chris Moody with the Marion County United Way talks about their upcoming Giving Gala on March 29th.

Employee and Family Resources Prevention Department Team Lead Raichel Beierle discusses the organization and resources they provide citizens of Marion County.

Marion County Republicans appear more divided than ever after a hotly contested race to become Chairman. After the establishment pick Natalie Goodwin resoundingly defeated the conservative choice John Schmitz, Schmitz supporters lashed out. On this week's Statehouse Happenings Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss the vote, whether Republicans can ever be competitive in Indianapolis again, and how Schmitz alignment with select individuals helped do him in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The guys interview John Schmitz on his run for GOP chairman in Indianapolis.  

Jesse Stone was recently sentenced for the sexual assault of a 91-year-old woman who lived in his neighborhood in Marion County, Florida. Stone is now 15 but was 14 when he committed the crime. Now that he has been sentenced, his full confession has been released. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy looks at how detectives got the teen to finally admit to the unthinkable in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Remove your personal information from the web at https://joindeleteme.com/crimefix and use code CrimeFix for 20% off!DeleteMe international Plans: https://international.joindeleteme.comHost:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The NFL Scouting Combine returns to Indianapolis this week for the 38th consecutive year. Indiana Republican lawmakers last week moved closer to rewriting how charter schools are funded. The Indianapolis Housing Agency has been mired in mismanagement-related controversy for years, resulting in a federal takeover in 2024. A Marion County judge blocked the Indiana Department of Health from publicly releasing abortion records. Indianapolis Animal Care Services continues to struggle with ongoing changes and current leadership. 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 Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

The forest industry is booming in the American South, but communities like those in the Carolinas are raising concerns about the environmental and social costs. Discover their innovative solutions and what it means for sustainability.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description:  The forest industry in the American South is booming, but at what cost? According to some government leaders, logging is bringing big economic gains to rural America. But in places like the Carolinas, frontline communities – and especially the low-income people of color and Indigenous people who live in the midst of all this — are telling a different story, and have solutions. With Trump's increased tariffs on Canadian timber and wood products, deforestation is only going to speed up in America's “wood basket.” Two Carolina-based organizations are converting a 300-acre former South Carolina plantation into the South's first environmental justice training center: the Brittons Neck Community Forest. In this episode, Laura is joined by three guests spearheading the project. Lucia Ibarra and Danna Smith are from the Dogwood Alliance, an organization based in Asheville, North Carolina that mobilizes diverse voices to protect Southern forests and communities from destructive industrial logging. Reverend Leo Woodberry is a South Carolina-based faith leader & environmental activist. Together they're showing the true value of forests in the US South, and what it means to remain climate resilient in the face of heavy industry. Plus, a commentary from Laura on what trees can teach us about gender identity.“. . . We will start beginning to develop case studies and highlight it to policy makers . . . We are going to expand upon these other communities and create other pathways to justice in using this model. And this will help to build a foundation, to create equitable policy that elevates people, ecosystem, the value of them over the industries that are greenwashing . . . - Lucia Ibarra“. . . This project is something that we like to refer to as restorative justice. We know that people labored on this land in slavery without compensation, and so for them to have the land now and be able to use it for recreational activities, et cetera, can help them to create an engine of economic development . . . We see that as restorative justice . . .” - Reverend Leo Woodberry“. . . Too often there's this narrative about logging for economic development . . . We needed to show the alternative, and how you can keep forest standing in a community in a way that actually benefits the community. That it's good for climate, it's good for biodiversity, it's good for climate resiliency, and it's good for the local economy.” - Danna SmithGuests:• Lucia Ibarra: Director of Conservation, Dogwood Alliance• Danna Smith: Executive Director, Dogwood Alliance• Reverend Leo Woodberry: Pastor, Kingdom Living Temple & Executive Director, New Alpha Community Development CorporationWatch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Meditation align with Nature's Intelligence” by Divine Earth featuring Sirius B from her album Align with Nature's Intelligence released on Brownswood Recordings.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear.Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• Jubilee Justice Regenerative Farming: Tackling Racism with Rice: Watch / Podcast:  Episode & Related Commentary by Laura• Colette Pichon Battle on Climate Justice Reparations: Watch / Podcasts: Episode & Full Conversation• Climate Change Journalism: Moving Frontline Communities from the Sideline to the Center: Watch / Podcast:  EpisodeRelated Articles and Resources:•  Duties on Canadian lumber have helped U.S. production grow while B.C. towns suffer.  Now, Trump's tariffs loom, by Andrew Kurjata, November 7, 2024, CBC News• Deforestation in the US South Is Four Times Greater Than Logging in South American Rainforests, by Danna Smith & Leo Woodberry, Truth Out• Impacts of Wood Pellets in the US, by Dogwood Alliance•  Logging is destroying southern forests - and dividing US environmentalists, by Christopher Ketcham, June 29, 2022, Grist Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. 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Synopsis:  A new environmental justice training center is transforming a former South Carolina plantation into a hub of climate resilience and equity. Learn how local leaders are pioneering change in the US South's logging narrative.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Conversation:  The forest industry in the American South is booming, but at what cost? According to some government leaders, logging is bringing big economic gains to rural America. But in places like the Carolinas, frontline communities – and especially the low-income people of color and Indigenous people who live in the midst of all this — are telling a different story, and have solutions. With Trump's increased tariffs on Canadian timber and wood products, deforestation is only going to speed up in America's “wood basket.” Two Carolina-based organizations are converting a 300-acre former South Carolina plantation into the South's first environmental justice training center: the Brittons Neck Community Forest. In this episode, Laura is joined by three guests spearheading the project. Lucia Ibarra and Danna Smith are from the Dogwood Alliance, an organization based in Asheville, North Carolina that mobilizes diverse voices to protect Southern forests and communities from destructive industrial logging. Reverend Leo Woodberry is a South Carolina-based faith leader & environmental activist. Together they're showing the true value of forests in the US South, and what it means to remain climate resilient in the face of heavy industry. Plus, a commentary from Laura on what trees can teach us about gender identity.“. . . We will start beginning to develop case studies and highlight it to policy makers . . . We are going to expand upon these other communities and create other pathways to justice in using this model. And this will help to build a foundation, to create equitable policy that elevates people, ecosystem, the value of them over the industries that are greenwashing . . . - Lucia Ibarra“. . . This project is something that we like to refer to as restorative justice. We know that people labored on this land in slavery without compensation, and so for them to have the land now and be able to use it for recreational activities, et cetera, can help them to create an engine of economic development . . . We see that as restorative justice . . .” - Reverend Leo Woodberry“. . . Too often there's this narrative about logging for economic development . . . We needed to show the alternative, and how you can keep forest standing in a community in a way that actually benefits the community. That it's good for climate, it's good for biodiversity, it's good for climate resiliency, and it's good for the local economy.” - Danna SmithGuests:• Lucia Ibarra: Director of Conservation, Dogwood Alliance• Danna Smith: Executive Director, Dogwood Alliance• Reverend Leo Woodberry: Pastor, Kingdom Living Temple & Executive Director, New Alpha Community Development Corporation Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via Patreon Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• Jubilee Justice Regenerative Farming: Tackling Racism with Rice: Watch / Podcast:  Episode & Related Commentary by Laura• Colette Pichon Battle on Climate Justice Reparations: Watch / Podcasts: Episode & Full Conversation• Climate Change Journalism: Moving Frontline Communities from the Sideline to the Center: Watch / Podcast:  Episode Related Articles and Resources:•  Duties on Canadian lumber have helped U.S. production grow while B.C. towns suffer.  Now, Trump's tariffs loom, by Andrew Kurjata, November 7, 2024, CBC News• Deforestation in the US South Is Four Times Greater Than Logging in South American Rainforests, by Danna Smith & Leo Woodberry, Truth Out• Impacts of Wood Pellets in the US, by Dogwood Alliance•  Logging is destroying southern forests - and dividing US environmentalists, by Christopher Ketcham, June 29, 2022, Grist Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

A judge will soon decide if the Indiana Department of Health can release terminated pregnancy reports following a hearing on Tuesday. Ivy Tech will close its Diversity, Equity and Belonging Office on March 12, dissolving 31 positions across the state. The ACLU of Indiana is suing Indiana State University. Reporter Aubrey Wright has more on the controversy surrounding the 2025 LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. The House health committee passed legislation that would increase access to birth control for Medicaid recipients in Indiana. 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. Today's episode of WFYI News Now was produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

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Marion County once burned its trash — and generated some of its electrical power   —  using the Reworld incinerator. But since that facility has previously announced it would be closing and stopped accepting residential waste, the county’s garbage is now going to the Coffin Butte Landfill in Benton County. However, as reported in the Statesman Journal, Reworld is challenging state regulations that it blamed on the closure. Regardless, since space at Coffin Butte is limited, Marion County commissioners have already approved the trucking of some of the waste to a landfill in The Dalles in Wasco County. A spokesman for Marion County told OPB that move is scheduled to begin in the next few weeks. Marion County — like many others in Oregon — faces tough choices about how to environmentally dispose of the unwanted materials its residents throw out. We spoke earlier this month about the environmental challenges presented by both landfills and incineration. Joining us to discuss these policies and the financial considerations involved are Marion County Commissioner Kevin Cameron and Environmental Services Division Manager Brian May.  

Rep. Karen Engleman (R-District 70) introduced a bill during the 2025 Indiana legislative session that would eliminate all fire protection districts and territories across Indiana except for Marion County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One-term governor had a team of secret agents working for him, trying to subvert labor unions and ferret out communists; but most of their efforts seemed to end up scoring points for the “other team.” (Salem, Marion County; 1930s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1601a.charles-martin-part3.272.html)

The retired major general campaigned as a New Deal Democrat, but dropped the mask almost immediately; seeing every hint of opposition as an existential threat to democracy, he reacted to criticism like a junta dictator. (Salem, Marion County; 1930s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1512d.charles-martin-part2.html)