Two things.
First, there really does appear to be something up with the Dan bonuses. I filled my facilities, went on to do some other work and with every click (I was moving things), I had a different bonus screen whiz by. Took a few minutes to realize that it was the action of "clicking" that initiated the new bonus screen. As long as I didn't click something, I had the opportunity to inspect the bonus and accept or refuse it. I've missed bonuses before because a new one popped up in its place, but not like this. Bonus screens run amok.
Second. The new excavator tool is fabulous. I've been turning one of my farms into a winter theme and I've been clicking my finger numb removing dirt paths. Gave in, bought the tool and removed the remaining 500 paths with one click. With all the redecorating I do, the excavator is going to prove VERY handy.
Thanks again, team Farm Town.