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December 13, 2022
The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget’s (DTMB) project to install smart lighting controls at the General Services Building earned the state a $110,000 check as part of Consumers Energy’s rebate program. The lighting upgrades reduced energy usage by approximately 70% and will result in savings of more than $77,000 annually.

Consumers Energy, along with representatives from the lighting contractor Graybar, were on hand for the presentation of the check to DTMB Acting Director Michelle Lange and State Facilities Administration Director Mike Turnquist. The General Services Building, located at the Secondary Complex in Dimondale, MI, includes warehouse space and is the operations home for the State of Michigan mail and print centers.
The smart lighting project included the installation of smart controls that facilitate programmable systems to maximize efficiency and motion and daylight sensors to reduce energy usage in unoccupied areas of the building. The new, brighter LED lights resulted in the elimination of 75% of the lighting fixtures, cutting down from 864 to 217.

In addition to the monetary savings, these investments in efficient technology make a positive impact on the environment as well. The replacement of the old lighting system will save 739,000 lbs. of CO₂ usage from the building.
Reducing energy usage is one of the top priorities for state facilities and is part of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s MI Healthy Climate Plan, which laid out a goal of economy-wide carbon neutrality by 2050. As part of the plan, DTMB is charged with lowering energy intensity in state buildings by 40% by 2040 based on 2005 benchmarks. That goal was exceeded this year with a 59% reduction of energy consumption, saving taxpayers $53 million in potential energy costs.













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US Army HIMARS part of Sweden and Latvia exercises - United States Army

By Spc. Dean JohnsonOctober 12, 2022
VIDSEL, Sweden — The remote fields of autumn-influenced trees color the foreground on a bright Swedish Wednesday afternoon on Sept. 27, 2022. The still birch trees and quietly grazing reindeer were roused by the thunderous echoes of 200-pound high explosive M31A1 rockets launched from M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS). The U.S. Army Europe and Africa HIMARS smoke and rumble marked America’s support in the country and participation in Nordic Strike 2022.
As quickly as they arrived, those same HIMARS launchers left the area of Vidsel Test Range, Sweden, all within the same day. These HIMARS are assigned to and operated by U.S. Soldiers of 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment, attached to U.S. Army Europe and Africa’s 41st Field Artillery Brigade.
Simultaneously, the Latvian Land Forces hosted other U.S. Soldiers of the same unit, and 15 other nations’ militaries. This similar combined exercise was named Silver Arrow 22. U.S. forces have long supported these allies and partners-led training events. It also served to certify NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle group Latvia, which integrates U.S. Soldiers into the Latvian Mechanized Brigade, led by the Canadian Army. Alongside other training objectives, the execution of these exercises demonstrated the capability to overlap and potentially conduct infiltration in multiple locations within the European theater whenever called upon.
U.S. Army Europe and Africa provided ready, combat-credible forces and equipment for its Swedish partner and Latvian ally for bilateral field artillery live-fire training. This continues to demonstrate the multifaceted capabilities of the senior U.S. Army command in Europe while further developing interoperable solutions, and enhancing readiness and lethality.
“This has been a fantastic opportunity to come up here to the high north in Sweden, an area of growing importance,” said U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Stephen Maranian, commanding general of 56th Artillery Command. “Being able to come here to exercise our artillery skills with able and willing partners, who we look forward to being allies with.”
American forces facilitated rapid deployment and forcible entry capability with a combination of support from the U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II aircrafts, assigned to 352nd Special Operations Wing, Special Operations Command, that transported the HIMARS from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, to Lulea, Sweden, and Liepāja, Latvia, respectfully.
After landing, HIMARS crews then proceeded to the firing point while maintaining ongoing communications with the Commando II aircraft—who provided target information during transport, confirming those coordinates with Swedish and Latvian forces before engaging the notional targets. Finally, after firing the HIMARS' rockets and to complete the shoot-and-scoot tactic, the HIMARS crews drove the systems back to the awaiting aircraft to secure the launchers for a swift extraction. This total operation is known as a HIRAIN exercise, or a HIMARS Rapid Infiltration exercise.
This complex exercise required a lot of planning and communications between different military branches and militaries from each other.
“Our unit’s role was to provide HIMARS to Sweden, however, we started our venture in Germany,” said U.S. Army Capt. Thomas Summerbell, a field artillery officer assigned to 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment. “To get here, we did joint operations with the 352nd Special Operations Wing and utilized them to get to Sweden. Once here, on ground, we linked in with our Swedish [partners], checked radio communications, and really saw how well we would go about injecting ourselves in multiple geographic locations, and immediately proceed as an expedient force.”
These exercises featured both simulated and live training to demonstrate the U.S. Army Europe and Africa’s ability to command and control long-range precision fires across Europe, and across continents, using a variety of networked multi-domain communications platforms.
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U.S. Army Europe and Africa provide HIMARS for Swedish led exercise Nordic Strike 22
US Army supports Swedish exercise Nordic Strike 22 with rapid deployment of HIMARS
US Army supports Swedish exercise Nordic Strike 22 with rapid deployment of HIMARS
US Army supports Swedish exercise Nordic Strike 22 with rapid deployment of HIMARS

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30 Best High Protein Meals - Easy Ideas For Meals High In Protein - Delish

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We’re not here to give diet advice. To everything there is a season: Sometimes, that might mean going all in on carbs, a la our pasta, pizza, or potato recipes. Other times, it might mean eating less carbs, like with our gluten-free, low-carb, or keto recipes. Perhaps you want to cut back on meat with our top plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan meals. (For Meatless Monday, perhaps?) Long story short, we’re all about eating what feels good for you. And if at the moment that's a high-protein meal? You’re in the right place.
Meals higher in protein have tons of benefits. They'll help you feel satisfied for longer, keep you energized, and are often packed with good-for-you things like fiber or vitamins. Whether you’re here to achieve fitness goals, are dipping your toe into a special diet, or are just trying to eat a little better, we’ve got a recipe for you. Read on for 30 high-protein meals for ideas.
And we’re not just talking meat here, people! Sure, meat is protein rich, but it’s not the only way to pad out a protein-rich diet. Plant-based proteins like tofu and beans, vegetarian options like eggs, and even some veggies (Brussels, corn, spinach…) are also great sources. Try our BBQ tempeh sandwiches, vegan meatballs, shakshuka, or caramelized tofu lettuce wraps to see just how well some of these protein sources can stand up to meat.
If you’re an omnivore, you’ve got even more choices. Don’t settle for boring, dry chicken breast, pork, or fish—instead, use compelling flavors and cooking methods to amp up the drama and keep these proteins exciting. Case in point, our caramelized beef with rice, steak grain bowls, creamy tuscan chicken, and sheet pan bibimbap.
Want more high-protein inspiration? Check out our top weeknight dinners featuring steak, chicken, and seafood, and our favorite vegetarian dinners too.
This dish shouts comfort food, but it's also impressive enough to serve to dinner guests. Be sure to have a crusty baguette on hand, because the sauce is KILLER. (Not into bread? You can also serve it alongside rice or pasta.)
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To make the *perfect* Cobb salad, you MUST use homemade salad dressing. It's so easy to make, there's really no excuse. Just throw some red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil into a mason jar and shake it out. Once you've got that, feel free to play around with the toppings you prefer (just use our ratio of protein to cheese to veggies as a guide).
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A double-duty chimichurri acts as both a marinade for the steak and a finishing sauce for the bowls. (Just make sure to toss anything that's touched raw meat before serving!) An additional not-too-spicy jalapeño sauce provides a tangy, creamy counterpoint. Hot tip: These sauces can go on anything and everything. If you have extra, use it on some black bean tostadas.
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Few comfort foods satisfy like a hearty bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. These chickpea-based meatballs pack tons of flavor, come together quickly, and provide a good amount of protein and fiber.
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Tuna salad is one of our go-to healthy meals. We love it between two pieces of bread, spread on a cracker, scooped over lettuce, or even right out of the bowl. If you want to step up your tuna game, the easiest way is to splurge on olive oil-packed tuna—you'd be shocked at how much extra flavor it delivers!
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This easy weeknight dinner takes practically zero effort but is absolutely delicious and full of protein. The simple glaze is made with things many people already have in their pantry, like honey and soy sauce. Pair it with some broccoli or fried rice and you'll have a delicious dinner on the table in under and hour.
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High-protein tilapia has a very mild flavor and is a great way to lure in non-fish eaters. We cook ours in plenty of butter, lemon, and garlic—a combo everyone can enjoy. Baking is quick and easy, plus it eliminates any chance of the fish annoyingly sticking to a skillet or grill. Win-win!
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When we say you won't miss the tuna, we mean it. This creamy, zingy, crunchy salad will satisfy all your canned fish cravings—trust us, the flavor is SPOT ON—but there's nary a flake of fish in this chickpea-centric dish. We like to keep a can of chickpeas in our pantry at all times, so a easy, lunch sandwich filled with this stuff always only five minutes away.
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The sink is full of dirty dishes, the kitchen counter's a mess, and the crowd of friends in your apartment is getting hangry. Sound familiar? This caramelized beef was conceived as a fix for this very scenario. Rich in flavor and weeknight friendly, this dinner cooks up under 10 minutes. Not feeling beef? Riff on this recipe with ground pork, turkey, chicken, or even tofu.
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Hasselback your chicken by cutting shallow slits into the breasts (don't cut all the way through!) and stuff each one with bacon and a creamy spinach and artichoke filling.
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In Korean, bibimbap literally means "mixed rice." It usually features white rice crowned with different types of meat and vegetable-based toppings—all individually prepared in a separate cooking vessel. This recipe, however, calls for cooking the toppings on a single sheet tray, which eliminates much of that work.
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The grill adds subtle, almost bacon-like smoky flavor to these tempeh steaks, but there's no meat in sight. Add a cool, creamy coleslaw and a toasted buttered bun for the perfect, protein-packed sandwich.
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When we're craving something hearty and healthy, this chicken chili immediately jumps to mind. White beans make it heartier than your average chicken noodle soup, green chilis and jalapeño add just the right amount of spice, and a dollop of sour cream lends a tangy creaminess that will keep you coming back for more.
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In this recipe, we’ve taken our high-protein salmon patties to France with Dijon mustard. But this versatile dish also lends itself to other international flavors: Want an Asian flavor profile? Leave in the scallions and add some finely chopped garlic and ginger, plus a teaspoon of soy sauce. Or go Middle Eastern and “falafel” them by adding fresh cilantro and a half a teaspoon of cumin.
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Crunchy, spicy, creamy, and tart—this "chicken" sammie is total bliss. We replicated the flavor of a spicy fried chicken breast with protein-packed tofu, adding cornmeal to the batter for extra crunch. Don't skip the freezing step; it's what gives the tofu a more meat-like texture.
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Sweet potato, black beans, pinto beans, and a whole bottle of beer (like Modelo) come together to make a super hearty meatless chili that's full of protein and flavor.
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This easy, protein-packed salad comes together quickly and works as a side dish, a great topping for tacos, or an appetizer with tortilla chips. Think of it as the most exciting parts of a vegetarian burrito bowl, unadulterated by rice, and hyped up by a little honey-lime action.
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These meatballs don't have any bread crumbs and instead bind together with a little help from ricotta, Parmesan, and eggs. This makes them low-carb and full of protein. Fair warning, they're a little bit wet to handle when rolling. If you're having trouble, simply wet your hands with a little water and the meat mixture will be much easier to work with.
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This vegan recipe is a culinary road trip through Jamaica featuring sweet plantains, aromatic rice and beans, and tofu in a jerk marinade. To add a touch of crunch, acidity, and color we top it all off with a simple red cabbage and carrot slaw. Be sure to make extra slaw—you'll want to put it on everything.
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This dish's marinade of lime juice, chili powder, and cumin is so fire, you're going to want to use it on all your proteins. (Seriously, steak or chicken marinated in it will also taste bomb.) But the real gem of this recipe is the cabbage slaw. It takes just a few minutes to toss together and its brightness is the perfect complement to spiced cod.
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The maple rosemary glaze is great on this pork, sure, but it also helps flavor the potatoes. Swap out the spuds for carrots and red onions if you want to keep this dish low-carb.
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It's kind of amazing how much of a difference brown sugar, garlic powder, and paprika (all ingredients you probably already have in the pantry) can do. Not only does the mixture add a slightly smoky, sweet taste, but it makes your chicken look way prettier. (Naked salt-and-pepper chicken breasts are a very sad sight to behold.)
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Originating in North Africa and now strongly associated with Israeli cuisine, shakshuka is a dish of eggs poached in a spiced sauce of tomatoes and red peppers. Ours is only mildly spicy, full of flavor, and has perfectly runny eggs, making it a perfect high-protein breakfast (or breakfast for dinner!).
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Thanks to a magical combination of brown sugar, cumin, paprika, and lemon zest, this is honestly one of our all-time favorite pork recipes. Round out the dish with some vegetables like grilled asparagus or grilled zucchini for a dynamite summer menu. Don't skimp on the chimichurri!
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Trout's delicate flavor is the perfect match for citrus and herbs, which is why we love to fill it with aromatics and roast it whole. Encasing the fish in foil steams the fish, trapping in all that delicious, buttery jus.
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The secret to this dish's intense depth of flavor? A good, smoky ham hock. This and the split peas make this soup a protein powerhouse. Serve it with a slice of toasted sourdough, and you're golden.
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Some piccata sauces use only lemon juice, but we opt for whole pieces of the fruit for ultimate citrus flavor. After a simmer in a wine-and-broth jacuzzi, the lemon loses its sharp bitterness and becomes sweet and tender. We dig it drizzled over plant-based, high-protein seitan.
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The combination of banana and peanut butter is totally iconic—and is really well-suited for a smoothie. After your first sip you're going to wonder if you're eating dessert or drinking a tasty and healthy, high-protein breakfast. (Hint: it's the latter!)
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Inspired by our caramelized beef with rice, this simple tofu recipe is big on flavor and protein. It'll also win over even the most reluctant of tofu eaters. Sweet, sour, and salty, these lettuce wraps are ripe for improvisation and can be served with all sorts of accompaniments, so get creative with your favorites.
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This pork loin is jam-packed with a classic (and high-protein!) combo of apple, bacon, rosemary, and pecans, complemented perfectly with a tangy Dijon glaze. Pair it with some mashed potatoes and hearty roasted vegetables for a simple but delicious dinner all year round.
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Ex-Envoy Wants Separate Ministry Of Culture To Promote Arts, Crafts - Leadership News

Former Ambassador of Nigeria to Morocco, Baba Garba, has said for Nigeria’s arts, craft and culture industry to thrive, culture should cease to be under the ministry of information.
He said if it must be affiliated to the ministry of information, there should be a clear dichotomy of functions between the two departments.
Garba spoke at the ongoing maiden edition of the Nigeria Morocco Crafts Exhibition and Morocco Traditional Wedding Festival at the Chida Hotel and Events Centre in Abuja.
At the exhibition, showcasing arts and crafts of Morocco alongside that of Sokoto State, the Moroccan crafts are luxurious, refined and intricately designed: from ceramic crockeries to trinkets, clothing, wooden works, leatherwork accessories to raffia products. They all scream high-end (also expensive) but highly finished, compared to the Nigerian crafts which are definitely unique in their own design but lack the refinement of their counterpart.
This is strange considering that the redskin leather used by Morocco since the 1830s (and much valued in Europe) were initially sourced from Sokoto and via Kano transported by caravans to Fez, Morocco and then to Europe.
Today, Morocco’s Chamber of Arts and Crafts in partnership with the Sokoto State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture to ensure the success of this exhibition, holding from October 24 to 29th.
For the Nigerian Arts and Culture Industry to thrive, Garba said the country must view the industry not as a civil service job where bureaucracies prevail, but one where people take ownership and responsibility of cultural projects, just as Morocco has with its Arts and Crafts Chamber of Commerce which shows the country’s recognition and investment in the sector as an income generator.
 
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Morning Kiss Organic Uses Pedal Power to Craft Organic Smoothies at New York Produce Show - PerishableNews

Morning Kiss Organic Produce November 22, 2022
Chelsea, MA – Morning Kiss Organic will rely on pedal power to make delicious organic  smoothies at the New York Produce Show November 29-December 2, exhibiting at booth #338. Using a customized smoothie bike, Morning Kiss Organic will blend “Refresher” smoothies featuring fresh fruit and vegetables from their organic line of produce and herbs. 

“Come take an invigorating spin on our smoothie bike and then enjoy the fruits of your labor!” says Nelly Czajkowski of DiSilva Fruit. “Our ‘Refresher’ blend of cucumber, lime, pineapple, mango, and mint will have guests feeling revitalized at the show.” 
Morning Kiss Organic, along with Arrowfarms sister companies DiSilva Fruit and Gold Bell, will promote their full line of organic and conventional produce, including the herb program, the organic melon program, and the expanded and redesigned bagged juice oranges.
Arrowfarms embraces a “Return to Value” ethos that includes lower costs, operational efficiency, reducing food waste, and managing demand. By focusing on private brands and private label opportunities over highly marketing national brands, we can help our partners lower costs. Utilizing just-in-time deliveries allows Arrowfarms companies to operate efficiently, maintaining freshness and optimizing the supply chain. By meeting consumer trends with smaller pack sizes, food waste can be reduced. Arrowfarms aims to manage demand by anticipating and buffering for disruptions within the supply chain and market volatility. 
About Arrowfarms
A trusted leader in the produce company for over 50 years, Arrowfarms has state of the art production facilities located within the heart of New England’s major food hub. These facilities are used for packaging all varieties of potatoes, onions, citrus, and various other commodities. When a customer or vendor develops a relationship with an Arrowfarms company, they receive the best of what the produce industry has to offer. The company is comprised of dynamic companies, Arrowfarms, Gold Bell Inc., DiSilva Fruit, and Morning Kiss Organic.
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