Midwest

The Midwest is a geographical region in the central United States, commonly defined as including states like Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Kansas.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a confluence of political, economic, and infrastructure developments, including election strategies, corporate consolidation, and federal funding projects.

Latest on Midwest

• Democrats try to ride data center backlash to election victory in rural US Midwest
• UNFI consolidates Midwest facilities to leverage automation
• Midwest dedicated carrier Behnke buys AG Freight
• DOT grants $25 million to ‘transform’ this Midwest port
• Watch a fireball burn a 300 mile path above the Midwest US (video)

Connections

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