2024

TL/DR - U.S. Representative Kathy Castor is hosting an Inflation Reduction Act Workshop for commercial property owners on January 24 at the USF St. Petersburg Student Center. The event, aimed at businesses, nonprofits, places of worship, municipalities, and contractors who are members of the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association, will focus…

TL/DR - US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was temporarily grounded in Davos, Switzerland, after his Boeing 737 experienced a "critical failure". The mechanical issue required him to switch planes. A new plane was sent to continue his journey. Blinken's Plane Suffers 'Critical Failure' in Davos US Secretary Antony Blinken found himself…

TL/DR - A new Panda Express fast-food restaurant is proposed at 146 Smokey Park Highway in Asheville, near the Chick-fil-A and Ingles. The plans lodged with the city indicate the site will include a 2,697 square foot building with 40-50 parking spaces, 52 seats inside, plus new sidewalks and a drive-thru window service. The project, which will be…

Best States for Small Business Startup Success in 2024 According to a recent study by Forbes Advisor, Ohio and Pennsylvania rank among the top ten best states for starting a new small business in 2024, securing the sixth and seventh positions respectively. Examining Key Metrics for Small Business Success This comprehensive study by Forbes…