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TL/DR - The President's Inflation Reduction Act is investing $370 billion over several years to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gases, and create jobs. Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, who previously led Gov. Tony Evers’ Task Force on Climate Change, is now president of Forward Together Wisconsin which aims to connect Wisconsinites to…

Allentown Recognized as One of the Best Places to Live The city of Allentown, often referred to as the Queen City, has been acknowledged as one of the top places to live. This recognition, coming nearly 50 years after Allentown was named an All-America City, reinforces the city's continuing appeal. According to U.S. News and World Report’s “Best…

TL/DR - New York State has become the first in the U.S to offer the initial phase of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program funding to consumers. The initial $39.6 million grant will extend New York’s EmPower+ program, enabling more low-income families to make their homes more energy-efficient…

TL/DR - A 19-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Federal Park Service system stated that this was a targeted crime and the public is not in danger, but they are not releasing any other information about the incident. The local community is concerned about their safety and feel the agency should be more…