The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced its plan to ax two programs which help schools and food banks support local ...

The programs terminated supported schools and food banks in buying fresh produce, dairy and protein items from local farmers. Without them, some families and students will lose out on nutritious food.

Among the key initiatives discussed was a significant increase in funding for agriculture education programs and ...

The DPI website adds real-time updates on funding for public schools and libraries as they face federal cutbacks.

Live updates and the latest news as the Senate votes to avoid a government shutdown and Mehmet Oz faces his Senate ...

The future is murky for a Lawrence school district bakery project as well as projects at four local farms and vineyards after ...