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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R), who received a shot of the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, touted its effectiveness on Wednesday after health officials called for a pause in use following cases of rare blood clots in six women who received the shots. Reynolds said she "would do it again." "I'm glad that I did have the opportunity to have the J&J vaccine, and I would do it again," she said during a news conference, according to the Des Moines Register . "Vaccination is the best defense against the virus, and as you've heard, the reward far outweighs the risk." ADVERTISEMENT The Iowa governor also weighed in on how she believes the pause will affect overall vaccine distribution within her state, noting that the state is continuing to make adjustments concerning vaccine allocation, the Register reported. "The immediate impact of this decision on our vaccine supply should be manageable," Reynolds said. The state was initially making an effort to distribute … [Read more...] about Iowa governor touts receiving Johnson & Johnson vaccine amid pause: ‘I would do it again’

Freshman Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) introduced the Red Tape Reduction Act on Tuesday to “save President Trump’s deregulation agenda” and “codify certain executive orders.” Hinson introduced legislation to cement five of the former president’s executive orders, which were the “most impactful deregulatory executive orders.” On President Joe Biden’s first day in office, he signed numerous executive orders in order to reverse Trump-era policies. One executive order rolled back on Trump’s deregulation agenda. Hinson’s legislation aims “to rescind the [Biden] executive orders relating to revocation of certain executive orders concerning Federal regulation and to codify certain executive orders.” The five orders Hinson wants to codify are: Executive Order 13771 – Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs Executive Order 13777 – Enforcing the Regulatory Reform Agenda Executive Order 13891 – Promoting the Rule of Law Through Improved Agency Guidance Documents … [Read more...] about Iowa GOP Rep Introduces Legislation to Protect Trump Deregulation Agenda

State Farm Insurance estimates it will receive $52.5 million in claims as a result of the tornadoes that touched down Thursday in Weld County. The company expects to receive about 5,000 claims for vehicles and 3,000 for residences and businesses. They are mostly for homes and cars, said May Martinez Hendershot, a spokeswoman for State Farm, the largest insurer in Weld County. The amount is apt to increase as adjusters are allowed into the more heavily damaged areas, she said. Before claims adjusters can get into the area and people can return to their homes, emergency inspectors must determine the stability of structures, said John van de Lindt, a civil-engineering professor at Colorado State University. “They want to make sure if someone goes in, it’s not going to fall,” he said. “Once they lose the roof and the trusses are exposed, houses become a little bit unstable.” As of Friday, American Family Insurance had received at least 600 claims, but the company said it was … [Read more...] about State Farm expects $52M in claims

MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Three people were hospitalized on Tuesday after being rescued from a large fish tank at a Homestead business. It happened Tuesday at 22275 SW 272nd Street. A check of the address came back to Atlantic Sapphire, a sustainable salmon farm that uses a recirculating aquaculture system. READ MORE: Zoo Miami Helps Discover A Brand New Spider Species In Miami “They were in there in one of these tanks used to raise fish for routine maintenance and there was some type of fume released and they were overcome by it,” said Miami-Dade Fire Chief Jason Richard. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said other workers were able to pull them out. READ MORE: Second-Largest Solar Roof In South Florida Capable Of Providing 100% Of Energy Needs For Building They attributed their injuries to fumes inside the tank. They were taken to a local hospital in serious condition. MORE NEWS: The Turtle Hospital Celebrates Earth Day, And Saving Turtles, Every Day Of The Year OSHA and MDPD … [Read more...] about 3 People Rescued From Giant Tank At Homestead Fish Farm

BOSTON (CBS) – Food and Wine magazine says some of the best chocolate shops in the country are right here in Massachusetts. The April edition highlighted the 50 best chocolate makers in America , and four Bay State shops made the cut. Recognized for their sweet creations were: EH Chocolatier, Cambridge: “This woman-owned operation finds a sweet balance with delicate vegan meltaways that will seduce very nearly any skeptic.” Taza Chocolate, Somerville: “Mexican-style chocolate discs—100% organic—are some of the finest around, making for a memorable drinking chocolate experience.” Chequesett Chocolate, North Truro: “Their white chocolate, infused with lemon and thyme, does a great deal of heavy lifting for the much-misunderstood style.” Goodnow Farms, Sudbury: “Subtle notes of apple cider, maple syrup, and rye whiskey give the obsessively sourced, delicately flavored bars… a distinct sense of place.” … [Read more...] about 4 Massachusetts Chocolate Shops Named Among The Country’s Best