Bar-B Ranch Conservation Easement Protects Everglades

Florida DEP secured a 1,668-acre conservation easement over Bar-B Ranch in Martin County through the Florida Forever Program. The easement permanently protects a working cattle ranch that supports Everglades restoration by storing and filtering water while preventing future development. This acquisition was approved by Governor DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet.

Colorado Apprenticeship Month 2026: Spread the Apprenticeship Effect

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment announced Colorado Apprenticeship Month 2026, celebrating the state's role as a national leader in Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Apprenticeship Colorado registered over 100 new programs in 2025, expanding into healthcare, clean energy, and cybersecurity sectors. The announcement highlights the Future Ready Apprenticeship Center and promotes National Apprenticeship Week from April 26 to May 2.

HOME OS Trademark Application Published for Opposition

USPTO published trademark application TM79443975 for "HOME OS" on March 29, 2026. The mark covers streaming services, software, and home automation technology across multiple International Classes. Any party seeking to oppose this registration must file within the standard opposition period.

ONER Trademark Published for Opposition

The USPTO published trademark application TM79443929 for ONER on March 29, 2026, covering goods in International Classes 18, 20, 24, 25, and 28 (mats, bags, leather goods, apparel, sports equipment) and Class 41 services (fitness training, yoga instruction, educational services). The publication initiates the standard opposition period during which third parties may challenge the registration.

Fibercop Trademark Application TM79443812 Published

USPTO published FIBERCOP trademark application TM79443812 on March 29, 2026, covering computer security services, IT consulting, telecommunications services, and related hardware/software products. The publication initiates a 30-day opposition period during which third parties may file oppositions if they claim the mark conflicts with their existing trademarks.

FC FIBERCOP Trademark Published for Opposition

The USPTO published trademark application TM79443811 for FC FIBERCOP for opposition. The trademark covers telecommunications services, communications equipment, computer hardware, software, and related technology goods and services. Third parties have until the opposition deadline to challenge the registration.

FC Fibercop Trademark Application Publication

The USPTO published trademark application TM79443807 for 'FC FIBERCOP' on March 29, 2026, covering goods and services in Classes 9, 37, 38, and 42 related to computer security, data storage, telecommunications, and fiber optic networks. Third parties have a 30-day opposition period from the publication date to challenge the registration.

Gregory's Music Lab Trademark Application

USPTO published trademark application TM79443728 for 'GREGORY'S MUSIC LAB' covering goods and services including musical instruments, music recordings, music education materials, artist management, advertising services, and retail operations across Nice Classes 9, 25, 35, 41, and 42. The publication initiates a standard 30-day opposition period during which third parties may challenge the registration if they believe it would cause confusion with existing marks or harm their interests.

SUPAFUSE Trademark Application - Video Game Services and Advertising

The USPTO published trademark application TM79443242 for SUPAFUSE on March 29, 2026, covering Class 35 services including video game design and development, SaaS, advertising, and commercial matching services. The application was originally filed on October 8, 2025, and is now in the opposition period phase where third parties may challenge the registration.

Salmonella Warning for Easter Poultry Purchases

The New Mexico Department of Health issued a public health warning on March 30, 2026, advising against gifting chicks and ducklings for Easter due to Salmonella infection risks. The warning highlights that children under 5 face the highest risk of serious infection, as poultry can shed Salmonella bacteria even when appearing healthy. NMDOH reports 100-130 annual Salmonella cases in New Mexico, while CDC estimates 1.35 million US infections yearly.