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Humana, WakeMed’s Medicare Advantage Contract Ends
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WakeMed and Humana failed to reach an agreement on several Medicare Advantage Plan contracts, resulting in the contracts lapsing and WakeMed facilities becoming “out-of-network” for those insured by the PPO or HMO plan. The contract lapse does not affect state retirees who receive Humana insurance through the State Health Plan. Humana is…
2020 Asheville Shooter Pleads Guilty: Confession Details Revealed
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Courtney Nifong has been handed a prison sentence of 144 to 185 months after pleading guilty to attempted…
IRA’s influence in 7 swing states
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The Inflation Reduction Act, with its nearly $370 billion allocation for climate and clean energy, is…
Yelloh Reduces Workforce in Raleigh, Salisbury: Impact on Food Delivery
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The food delivery company Yelloh, previously known as Schwan's Home Delivery, will lay off 750 employees and close 90 delivery centers across America. Deliveries will continue in 18 states using the company's yellow trucks, while customers in other areas will receive their deliveries via UPS. The company attributed these changes to…
Local Vendors Highlighted in New Asheville Airport Terminal?
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The Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is undergoing a $400 million renovation and expansion, driven by…
Emerging Leader Award Bestowed on Schweitzer Fellows for BrainSTORM Project
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Ray Cheever and Callan Loflin, the 2022-23 Schweitzer Fellows, received the Emerging Leader Award from…
Boost Your Household with Top 5 Homeowner Assistance Programs
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Buncombe County and local nonprofits offer homeowner assistance programs to help residents manage unexpected costs related to homeownership. These programs include septic repair assistance, which offers grants to residents for septic system repairs; weatherization services and energy efficiency upgrades, which help homeowners improve the…
Raleigh’s $14M Commercial Property Sale: A Closer Look
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Pnl Ventures LLC bought a five-story commercial property at 227 Fayetteville St. from Llc Lrc 227 for…
Urban tree plans are crucial, says White House adviser
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The city of Charlotte will receive two grants totaling $1.1 million to preserve its tree canopy,…
Smart Housing: Solution to Local Housing Crises
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Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer expressed the importance of growth and development for the city's vitality, despite concerns over aesthetics of the mountain region. Community leaders and organizations are increasingly recognizing the interconnected nature of issues like housing, public safety, mental and physical health, and the economy.…