Song of the Week: Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi urges us to act before we pave over paradise
Joni Mitchell in 1968. Credit: Jack Robinson/Hulton Archive, Getty Images By Saul Myhre, Alliance Intern from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities ’21 “Don’t it always seem to go, That …
Food for Thought: Labor Day and Nanny star Fran Drescher’s call for just pay and worker rights
Screen Actors Guild President and Nanny actress Fran Drescher at press conference announcing strike plans. Credit: Allison Zaucha, Washington Post By Olivia Salzwedel, Alliance Intern from University of Minnesota Morris ’22 …
Good News: Young people celebrate historic climate lawsuit victory in Montana court
This is the first time a US climate accountability lawsuit has even made it to trial. This June, 16 youth plaintiffs ranging in age from 5 to 22 (shown here, …
Sustainability Tips: 10 ways to have a healthier, eco-friendly return to school
PlanetBox says, “Go back to school, sustainable style,” offering premium food-grade stainless steel boxes, food-grade silicone for lids and accessories and 100% recycled polyester bags. Credit: PlanetBox By Alliance Communications …
Art of the Week: Vincent Jackson’s colorful, harmonious folk art
Creator: Vincent Jackson © 2014 Creativity Explored Licensing LLC All rights reserved By Kaitlyn Scanlon, Alliance Intern from Oregon State University ’26 “I am a renowned artist, I don’t take …
Bad News: US fossil fuel companies fund Republican Presidential candidates’ climate denial
Credit: Climate Change 911 By Olivia Salzwedel, Alliance Intern from University of Minnesota Morris ’22 The climate crisis brought devastating impacts in July, which NOAA says was the planet’s hottest …
Good News: New million-acre National Monument protects sacred tribal lands by Grand Canyon
President Biden signing proclamation of new national monument with tribal leaders, elected officials, and Interior Secretary Deb Haaland. Credit: US Department of the Interior By Kaitlyn Scanlon, Alliance Intern from …
Good News: Could police use a farm to create jobs, build community and feed and heal people?
Alameda Police Department’s Dig Deep Farms currently operates 6 farms and provides daily relief for those experiencing food insecurity. Credit: Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs Activities League By Olivia Salzwedel, Alliance …