North Carolina

TL/DR - The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in the United States contains financial incentives to hasten the shift towards a low carbon economy. One such initiative detailed in the article is the introduction of heat pumps, a technology invented in 1856, for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) in homes. The author presents Tetra,…

TL/DR - Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) officials are considering defying North Carolina state law for the second year by starting the 2024-25 school year on August 12, two weeks prior to the legally mandated start date. The draft schedule, which was approved by representatives from all 23 schools in the county, also included a Christmas…

TL/DR - The article highlights the importance of shopping local, specifically focusing on a few businesses in Greenville. Sparky's Toy Shop, Dancing Bear Toys, The Littlest Birds, Limones Restaurant, and Ukiah are mentioned as local businesses that offer unique and quality products. The article encourages support for these businesses, stating…

TL/DR - Mountain BizWorks has been awarded over $2.3 million from the U.S. Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) as part of the Minority Business Development Agency’s Capital Readiness Program. This funding aims to support entrepreneurs in rural areas and communities of color by building capacity, providing access to capital and networks.…