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Triad Solarize Project Seeks to Enhance Solar Energy Knowledge, Cuts Costs

TL/DR - The "Solarize the Triad" program, a private-public coalition, is looking to expand solar energy usage in their region. The program's aim is to promote solar energy through community outreach and group purchasing of solar services and equipment. The program will aid community groups in generating their own power through solar installations…

Biden grants $1.7B for auto manufacturing revival in 8 states

TL/DR - The Department of Energy has announced $1.7 billion in grants aimed at keeping open 11 'at-risk' manufacturing plants and initiating electric vehicle (EV) production at these locations. The grants are part of the Domestic Conversion Grant Program and are part of the Inflation Reduction Act, which provided nearly $400 billion for…

Iowa Health Pros Advise Safety in Intense Heat

TL/DR - Health experts in Iowa are advising residents to be cautious in the summer sun, highlighting the dangers of sunburn, heatstroke, water accidents, and sports injuries. Dr. Donna O'Shea, Chief Medical Officer of Population Health for UnitedHealthcare, stresses the importance of recognising early signs of overheating and heatstroke such as…

Justice Denied: Arizona Dog’s New Home after Cruelty Incident

TL/DR - A dog named Raider, who was seen being mishandled by an officer from the Winslow Police Department, is now safe at home within a new fence. The Arizona-based group, The Cherry Bombs, helped to secure the new fence and shared images of Raider safe within it. The officer in question is under investigation and has returned to work in a…