The discovery of a single mated female Mediterranean fruit fly has led to a 71 square mile quarantine in southern Alameda County, aimed at eradicating the invasive pest. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services Division is overseeing the efforts, with residents and fruit growers within the designated area required to adhere to quarantine regulations. The affected region is bordered by Highway 84 to the north, with a focus on controlling the spread of the Mediterranean fruit fly.
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Emerging from 2024 loss, Tim Walz holds a town hall in an Iowa Republican’s district – Chicago Tribune
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is back on the road to engage with voters after last year's election loss, focusing on town halls in competitive Republican-held congressional districts. He called for elected officials to listen to the concerns of Americans and held a successful event in Iowa's 3rd congressional district. Walz is not currently a candidate, but is reemerging to address issues such as health care, financial aid, and veterans' funding, aiming to understand why some...
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