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Farm Safety, Home and Family, Tools and Tech

Safe charging: How to prevent battery-related fires

Charging devices has become routine, but improper use of lithium-ion batteries can lead to dangerous fires that burn hotter than gasoline. Read More

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JBS Greeley workers plan to strike starting March 16 

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Blogs, Columns, Columns, Dave, Dave Bergmeier, Editorials, Editors, From the Editor, Opinion

Password challenges and changes—a necessary step

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Tips for a safe, healthy Halloween

  • October 29, 2025
  • By Mary Wilson │ Alabama Extension
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Halloween meant for kids although adults share in the fun

  • October 22, 2025
  • By dave-bergmeier
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers tips for scenic fall adventures and responsible recreation

  • October 20, 2025
  • By Bridget O'Rourke │ Colorado Parks and Wildlife
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Farmers feed and fuel the world, but data vulnerabilities lurk

  • September 26, 2025
  • By Ken Eriksen
University of Wyoming Extension

Rattlesnakes versus livestock

  • August 26, 2025
  • By Sara Fleenor
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Tips for a safe Fourth of July

  • July 2, 2025
  • By Ashley Vargo │ Texas A&M AgriLife
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CPW raising awareness about coyote denning season

  • June 4, 2025
  • By HPJ staff
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Staying on the right side of the gate

  • May 23, 2025
  • By Glenn Brunkow
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