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Vineyards in NY wine country push sustainability as they adapt to climate change
PENN YAN, N.Y. (AP) — A decade ago, Scott Osborn would have eagerly told prospective vineyard owners looking to join the wine industry to "jump into it."
Now, his message is different.
"You're crazy," said Osborn, who owns Fox Run Vineyards, a sprawling 50-acre (20-hectare) farm on Seneca Lake, the ... (full story)
Who is Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan?
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Hannah Dugan, the Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities, is known for running a strict courtroom while also being a familiar face in the community, particularly at interfaith events.
Dugan's arrest while on her way to work at the Milwaukee County courthouse catapulted her i ... (full story)
Officials to test water from Ohio village near Cold War-era weapons plant after newspaper probe
LUCKEY, Ohio (AP) — Authorities in Ohio plan to test the groundwater supply across a village near a former weapons plant after a newspaper investigation published recently found high levels of radioactivity in samples taken at a school, athletic field, library and other sites.
The Army Corps of Engineers has been removing ... (full story)
Bill would authorize tax deductions for gym memberships
A Canfield state lawmaker seeks to incentivize Ohioans to be more physically active and live a healthier lifestyle with legislation authorizing a personal income tax deduction for gym memberships and personal training.
Senate Bill 89 would authorize a personal income tax deduction of up to $1,500 per year for such purposes, Repu ... (full story)
Can public money flow to Catholic charter school? The Supreme Court will decide
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Catholic Church in Oklahoma wants taxpayers to fund an online charter school that "is faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ." The Supreme Court could well approve.
St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School would be the nation's first religious charter school. A ruling from the high ... (full story)