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It's impossible to look into the future, but a Governor's budget book, especially one this thick, gives us a great glimpse into what Gov. Bill Lee hopes to accomplish.

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Trump signed an Executive Order to end the use of paper straws. Here’s what to know about the history of plastic straws.

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