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USDA Official Highlights Federal Programs to Help Create Jobs, Provide Access to Capital for Washington's Rural Economy
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(February 13, 2013) USDA Officials Meet With Community College Presidents; Highlight Support for Rural Education
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(January 31, 2013) USDA Highlights Role of Community Colleges in Rural Economy
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(January 31, 2013) Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Expansion of Refinancing Program to Help More Rural Homeowners
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(January 30, 2013) Renewable Fuels Help Build a Stronger Rural Economy and More Secure Energy Future
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RD Spotlight Hispanic Farmers 9/26Claims Filing Period for Hispanic and Women Farmers and Ranchers Who Claim Past Discrimination at USDA to Open on September 24, 2012
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Aug 30, 2012Protecting the Drinking Water and Bringing Services to More Rural Residents
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Mar 12, 2012Ogallala Apartments Receiving Facelift in Nebraska
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Sep 30, 2011Additional Water Storage Provided for the Rural Population of Lancaster County, NE
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Sep 20, 2011Connecting to a Cleaner Water Supply in Nebraska
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