ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 16 -- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2025: * * * MDA Seeks Proposals to Evaluate and Recommend Strategies for 4R Programs Selected proposal will shape legislative report, guide best practices for agricultural retailer engagement * The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is seeking proposals for a literature review of 4R-based incentive programs involving agricultural retailers. The 4R framework promotes using the more PR

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 16 -- The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission issued the following agenda items for Oct. 23, 2025: * * * INTRODUCTION DECISION ITEMS 1. Details 2025-218 * E002, E290-SA-25-315 Xcel Energy, Owatonna Public Utilities The Joint Request of Northern States Power Company and Owatonna Public Utilities to Modify Electric Service Territory Boundaries. Should the Commission approve the permanent boundary change from Xcel Energy to Owatonna Public Utilities? (PUC: Noyce) more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Original text here: * * * Representative DeSaulnier and Ranking Member Scott Call for a Hearing on Gun Violence in Schools * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) and Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA) sent a letter to House Committee on Education & Workforce Chair Tim Walberg (R-MI) urging him to schedule a hearing on the epidemic of gun violence in schools. Thi more PR