November 2023

TL/DR - Rural residents in America generally live farther from dialysis treatment facilities than their urban counterparts, with an average distance of just over 14 miles compared to urban residents' 4.5 miles. However, a new study found that rural African American residents live closer to these facilities than rural white residents, at an…

TL/DR - A U.S. district judge has ruled that undated mail-in ballots in Pennsylvania must still be counted, arguing that the date of receipt and voter qualifications, not the date written on the envelope, are the factors to consider. Judge Susan Paradise Baxter argued that this requirement of handwritten dates on ballot envelopes is irrelevant…

TL/DR - Senita Lenear, a former 3rd Ward Commissioner and business owner, is running for mayor of Grand Rapids. She has expressed that she would be honored to use her experience and skills to achieve the best results for the city. The announcement was made on November 21, 2023. Senita Lenear, Former 3rd Ward Commissioner and Business Owner, to…

TL/DR - Buncombe County Schools (BCS) place a high value on their substitute teachers, considering them essential in ensuring continuity in the learning process. One exemplary substitute highlighted is Rena Jennings, who has been working in the Erwin District for 15 years, contributing significantly to the community and touching the lives of both…