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10/07/2026 · Giles County

Farmers Produce Homemade Fertilizer Amid Rising Costs

Farmers are making their own fertilizer using a traditional Asian recipe. This initiative comes as fertilizer prices have increased, affecting small-scale agricultural operations. The homemade product offers an alternative for cultivation.

10/07/2026

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Evolution Metals & Technologies Selects INERGX for Planned 5 GW US Facility

Evolution Metals & Technologies (EM&T) selected INERGX to provide technology for its planned 5-gigawatt (GW) facility in the United States. This facility, designed to operate at the output of five nuclear reactors, will incorporate a battery supply chain that does not involve China.

10/07/2026

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Ford CEO Discusses Company's Role in Affordable Vehicle Market

Ford CEO Jim Farley discussed the automotive industry's role in providing affordable vehicles. He confirmed Ford has five more budget-friendly models in development. This comes as Americans increase borrowing and extend loan terms for car purchases.

10/06/2026

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OPEC+ Producers Maintain Current Oil Output Levels

A group of major oil-producing nations, collectively known as OPEC+, announced they will maintain their current production quotas for November. This decision comes ahead of a broader meeting scheduled for early next month.

10/05/2026

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U.S. Job Growth Slows in September Amid Economic Concerns

U.S. employers created 29,000 jobs in September, a significant slowdown in hiring. This report emerges one month before Americans vote in midterm elections.

10/04/2026

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Economist Analyzes Gender Disparities in Recent Jobs Report

The U.S. economy recently added fewer jobs than analysts anticipated, and the unemployment rate increased to 4.2%. Economist Betsey Stevenson offered an analysis of these trends, specifically addressing gender-based differences in employment data.

10/04/2026

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Free Community Preparedness Workshop This Saturday in Gainesboro

Community Preparedness Workshop Scheduled: The EMA will be hosting a free community preparedness workshop on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at the Jackson County Community Center. Learn essential skills to prepare for various emergencies.