Economy

The recent listeria outbreak at Boar's Head plant in Jarratt, VA, threatens local economy and jobs.  The recent listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats has cast a shadow over the small rural town of Jarratt, Virginia, where the…
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Homelessness in Arizona hit a crisis in 2023. With a new grant, NAU and its community partners are seeking solutions. Homelessness in Arizona has surged to over 14,000 people in 2023 — a 29% increase since 2020 — prompting researchers at…
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The City of Philadelphia released a detailed study on the pros and cons of building a new Sixers arena in Center City. Here's a summary.  Have you been hearing rumblings of a new arena in Philly and want to know more? The City of…
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Learn about Hon. Charles A. Pratt, Kalamazoo County's first African American judge, and the upcoming ceremony to honor his trailblazing work.  Kalamazoo County is set to honor Hon. Charles A. Pratt, the county's first African American…
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Learn about "Dragonflies Downtown," a new public art installation that will have you searching downtown Grand Rapids high and low. The City of Grand Rapids has teamed up with Rotary Grand Rapids, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., and The Right…
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North Carolina has joined the IRS Direct File Program, making tax filing free for eligible residents. Here's what taxpayers need to know. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) Secretary Ronald…
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The FBI is investigating last week's criminal ransomware attack in Flint as the city scrambles to get networks back up and running. The City of Flint is currently dealing with a significant internal network and internet outage resulting…
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FLINT, Mich. – The City of Flint and the Flint Fire Department have announced the return of Ronald Stamps as Deputy Fire Chief. This marks a significant moment for the department as it welcomes back a seasoned professional. Mayor…
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Governor Katie Hobbs has announced the approval of Volume II of Arizona’s application for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, unlocking $993 million in funding. The funds are aimed at ensuring every Arizonan…
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National Park Mobility Challenge grants will improve accessibility and visitor experience at Michigan's State and National Parks. On Monday, July 29, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II joined the National Park Service (NPS) to announce…
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