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TL/DR - In recognition of World Mental Health Day on October 10, the Children’s Healing Center (CHC) in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is hosting a month-long challenge to promote mental health in the workplace. The challenge includes various activities such as art projects, deep breathing exercises and group meals, and has already been joined by over…

TL/DR - Republican Kari Lake is set to enter Arizona’s U.S. Senate race on Tuesday in Scottsdale. Lake recently filed paperwork for a run for the seat currently held by Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, who has not confirmed whether she will run for another six-year term. Lake previously confronted Democrat Rep. Ruben Gallego over immigration, border security…

TL/DR - Democrat Gabe Amo and Republican Gerry Leonard are to face off in the general election for Rhode Island’s 1st U.S. Congressional District on November 7, focusing heavily on climate change. Amo promises to bring resources to Rhode Island, raise awareness about climate change, make the state more resilient, and apply for federal funds…

TL/DR - A study by the Michigan Alliance For Student Opportunity has found that teacher absences and vacancies, as well as competition over teachers, have negatively affected K-12 student learning. The study involved analysis of state-level and local administrative personnel data, as well as surveys and interviews of various school personnel. The…