Author Archives: Syndicated Content

House Ag Chair Wants Congress To Address Farm Labor
A fresh approach to farm labor could be on the horizon, potentially changing the game for local producers. Continue reading…
Pacific Northwest Ag Network Feb 18, 2026

State bill that could override Spokane's anti-camping law fails to advance
Spokane, WASH. -- A state bill that could have undermined a Spokane ordinance to address homelessness failed to make it out of a house committee. The Spokane City Council unanimously approved the Safe...
www.kxly.com - RSS Results in news/local-news of type article Feb 18, 2026

House Oversight Committee set to depose former Epstein associate Leslie Wexner
Members of the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday are set to depose retail billionaire Leslie Wexner, whose wealth helped fuel Jeffrey Epstein's fortune.
ABC News: Top Stories Feb 18, 2026

Foes called it the ‘initiative killer.’ Now it’s dead in the WA Legislature
Democratic state senators' pursuit of new barriers to Washington's initiative process ended quietly Tuesday. Senate Bill 5973, dubbed the "initiative-killer" by opponents, lapsed when it did not get p...
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Short Excited To Bring Spraytec To Northwest Growers
Scott Short explains why he's excited to bring Spraytech to Northwest growers, and how local crops can benefit. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Feb 18, 2026

Unruly passenger prompts plane's return to Houston airport just after takeoff
Authorities say a flight returned to a Houston airport just after takeoff early Wednesday because of an unruly passenger
ABC News: Top Stories Feb 18, 2026

Legislation Would Expand Idaho Wildlife Relocation Notifications
A new bill in Idaho could change the way wildlife is relocated, impacting both animals and your community. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Feb 18, 2026

An Updated Farm Bill Is Needed For The Struggling Ag Economy
The latest USDA figures reveal a grim picture for farmers—$48 billion less in income than just a year ago. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Feb 18, 2026

Labor Accounts For Over 100% Of Tree Fruit Input Costs
Rising labor expenses are pushing some farmers to their limits, and the impacts are rippling through rural towns. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Feb 18, 2026

USMCA Has Been Positive For American Ag, AFBF Says
As the USMCA review approaches, the impact on North American agriculture is front and center — and it’s quite a story. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Feb 18, 2026

