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Headlines Across The Heartland

Health & Wellness

Democratic lawmaker grows concerned with use of AI in health care
Minnesota State offering students 24/7 online mental health assistance
Health care addressing mental health issues in its community differently today
Hamilton County launches first overdose prevention team in Tennessee
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Regional Competitiveness

K-State celebrates initiative for statewide reach at capitol
OpenAI Will Invest $50 Million In A New University Research Consortium
Trio of companies coming to Columbus region promise 400 new jobs, $22.1 million in payroll
Apple to launch manufacturing supplier academy in Detroit
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Talent Pipeline

Community colleges boost Alabama economy by billions, report says
Oklahoma Career and Tech Programs add to the economy
Arkansas’ Employment Portal Uses AI to Match Seekers, Jobs
Program will train high schoolers to write code and develop microelectronics for artificial intelligence
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