Mastering Mandatory Vaccination Policies: Tips for Employers

TL/DR - Employers are increasingly implementing vaccination policies for their employees due to concerns over the spread of diseases like COVID-19 and the flu. These policies may vary, with some employers requiring all employees to get vaccinated, and others only requiring certain segments of their workforce to do so. However, it's important to…

Duke Energy’s Asheville Substation Rebuild Plan Reviewed

TL/DR - Duke Energy is planning to rebuild a substation in Asheville, North Carolina, and the proposal is now with the design review committee. The first proposed location required the felling of a tree grove, which raised concerns among residents. As a result, a new potential location at the corner of Hiawassee Street and Rankin Avenue is being…

2024 Election Outcome May Determine IRS’s Fate

TL/DR - Congress has sharply contrasting views on the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) handling of an $80 billion investment, with Republicans accusing the agency of wasteful spending and Democrats praising its progress. IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel testified that the investment, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, is crucial in efforts to…

Mastering Strength Training: Build Muscle at Any Age

Understanding the Benefits of Resistance Training for Older Adults Not long ago, a reader in his 60s reached out for advice on resistance training for older adults. Curious about the potential outcomes of such an exercise regime, he asked if it was possible to gain muscle mass and strength in his later years. He also wondered if resistance…