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US Health and Inequality
The Lancet | READ STORY
As the US has become more economically unequal, disparities in health outcomes have widened between rich and poor.
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The World's Largest 50 Companies by Revenue
Value Walk | READ STORY
This data visualization comes from Datashown, and it compares the world’s largest companies by their 2016 revenues to really help put the size and scale of these companies into perspective. As just one example, despite being worth more than the majority of brick and mortar retailers combined, Amazon ranks just #44 in terms of global revenue to barely crack the list. While familiar global oil firms and massive banks make up a good portion of the companies on the list, there are also many companies in China and Europe that are less likely to ring a bell.
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The Changing Global Religious Landscape
Pew Research Center | READ STORY
More babies were born to Christian mothers than to members of any other religion in recent years, reflecting Christianity’s continued status as the world’s largest religious group. But this is unlikely to be the case for much longer: Less than 20 years from now, the number of babies born to Muslims is expected to modestly exceed births to Christians, according to new Pew Research Center demographic estimates.
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Communities at Risk From Closing Coal Plants
Headwaters Economics | READ STORY
Coal-fired power plants are closing across the U.S. Since 2009, 142 plants have retired generators or closed entirely, reducing coal-fired power generation capacity by 13 percent nationally. These retirements help explain a sharp decline in U.S. coal demand for electricity generation, which fell from a peak of 975 million tons in 2010 to 738 million tons in 2015, a 24 percent decline.
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Dominant Economic Sector of Non-Metro Counties
The Daily Yonder | READ STORY
Agriculture is not the “number one driver” of the rural economy, according to data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Agriculture (including forestry, fisheries, and hunting) ranks fifth in earnings out of seven rural economic sectors tracked by the BEA.
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Climate Science, Explained in 10 Graphics
World Resources Institute | READ STORY
What do we know about global climate change, and what impacts can we expect in the future? The following graphics speak volumes.
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MSU Park County Extension celebrated the third class of Leadership 49 in April, recognizing 18 graduates from across Park County. An eight-month leadership development program for Park County citizens, Leadership 49 is focused on developing leadership skills and increasing knowledge about challenges and opportunities throughout the county. Its impact on the county is far-reaching, including new community projects, assisting businesses to create and retain jobs, and an increase in knowledgeable members of government and nonprofits boards. MACDEP salute and applaud great community works. Great Job Katie Weaver and Park County, Montana!
Abbie Phillip
2017 MACDEP President
We have some exciting updates for the 2017 CDS-NACDEP Conference in Big Sky, Montana June 11-14. We have a Room Share and Ride Share program set up, there are public transportation opportunities, and our on-line and mobile app schedule is now available. For you Twitterers, you can use the Twitter handles @CommDevSoc and @NACDEP and hashtag #commdev17 to keep in touch. With over 325 registrants, the conference is looking to be a great event; you can still register (until May 29 or at the door) at either the CDS or NACDEP sites. We look forward to seeing you in Big Sky Montana!
Paul Lachapelle
MSU Community Development Specialist
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National Urban Extension Conference 2017
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May 8-11, 2017
Bloomington, Minnesota
Sponsor: University of Minnesota
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2017 CDS - NACDEP Conference
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June 11-14, 2017
Big Sky, MT
Sponsor: CDS/NACDEP
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2017 NAE4-HA Conference
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November 12-17, 2017
Indianapolis, IN
Sponsor: Purdue Extension
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HHS: Drug-Free Communities Mentoring Program
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Deadline: May 8
Funder: Department of Health and Human Services
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USDA: Local and Regional Food Aid Procurement (LRP) Program
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Deadline: May 12
Funder: Department of Agriculture
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HHS: Ethnic Community Self Help Program
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Deadline: May 30
Funder: Department of Health and Human Services
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4-H Foundation Director
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Administration
University of Missouri
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Clinical Assistant Professor
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School of Community Resources and Development
Arizona State University
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48 Days: Photographer Captures 8,000-Mile Journey From Cuba to the US
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ABC News, April 27
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Hikers Rescued After 47 Days Stranded in Nepal Survived on Salt, Water
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ABC News, April 27
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Russian Navy Ship Collides With Freightliner Near Istanbul
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Fox News, April 27
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Flash Floods Kill 17
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Fox News, April 27
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Should 10 Percent of UK Aid Go to Education?
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Devex, April 27
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Phoenix Looks to Expand Bikeshare Into Neighborhoods
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Planetizen, April 27
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Philippines Moves to Shut Mines Accused of Polluting
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NY Times, April 27
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Scientists Recover Ancient DNA From Cave Dirt
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Planetizen, April 27
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Social Media Scams
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KBZK, April 27
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Program Hopes to Inspire Future Montana Healthcare Workers
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KPAX, April 27
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Shelby Man Restoring 1936 Carousel
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KULR, April 27
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Senate Endorses Utility Cost-Sharing Plan in Surprise Vote
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KULR, April 27
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Prevent Child Abuse & Neglect Conference Honors Advocates
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KXLF, April 27
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Elderly Couple Loses Hunting Privileges for Killing Deer in Trophy Area
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Billings Gazette, April 27
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Big Water in Bighorn River: All Are Struggling With High Flows
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Billings Gazette, April 27
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RMC Offers Fall Tour to Italy
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Billings Gazette, April 27
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