Top Stories:

Pinnick apologizes after postgame frustration, WSU loses WR Freeman for season EWU's Cook granted injunction, set to return for 2026-27 season Northwest power demand expected to surge 50-100% over next two decades Proposed Head Start cuts could eliminate jobs in Eastern Washington Coeur d'Alene schools ask voters to approve levy increase to cover rising costs I-90 westbound on-ramp closure forces Coeur d'Alene drivers to find alternate routes Deer Park loses longtime mayor to pancreatic cancer McEuen Playground to temporarily close for turf replacement Kellogg teen gets advanced leg brace through Shriners care Trial for man accused of murdering his wife and hiding her body delayed 'Everything's up for evaluation'; Cougs hope to get right in Saturday's home opener Man killed by school resource deputy in Spokane Valley was the one who called 911 to bring officers to the scene Spokane County Interstate Fair celebrates 75 years Deer Park mayor Tim Verzal dies, flags to be lowered to half-staff Consumer Reports not recommending any e-scooters over safety concerns Skies start to dry out on a cool Monday

×

Sign In

USDA Launches Ranchers First Initiative

By Glenn Vaagen Sep 3, 2026 | 11:15 AM

Ranchers facing economic pressure now have new options through the USDA's Ranchers First Initiative. The package includes insurance for breeding stock, support for smaller beef processors, and relief on federal land use after disasters. Continue reading…