Health & Wellness

Senate Decision: Hospital, PBM, & Inmate Care Vote Imminent

TL/DR - The Senate Finance Committee is set to vote on legislation that includes substance abuse, mental health policies, and reforms to drug middlemen’s business practices on November 8, according to health care lobbyists. The proposed law is expected to feature a provision easing the process for state Medicaid programs to cover services for…
Health & Wellness

Boost Your Workout Motivation with this Top-Rated Fitness App

Finding Motivation to Workout: The Challenge If you’re like many, finding the motivation to work out can be challenging. Perhaps you struggle to get out of bed when your alarm rings, or perhaps you find it hard to keep your workout plans once your workday is over. Many of us know the feeling of wanting to relax and watch a new episode of our…
US Economy

Biden-Harris Admin Aims for Affordable Housing via Commercial Conversions

TL/DR - The Biden-Harris Administration is taking new steps to convert high-vacancy commercial buildings to residential use with the goals of increasing housing availability and reducing climate pollution. Measures include offering financing and technical assistance, and selling federal properties for potential housing development. They aim to…
Michigan

USW, Labor Council Host Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’ in Marquette

TL/DR - The Marquette/Alger Central Labor Council, along with USW 4950 and USW 4950, hosted a Trunk-or-Treat event for Halloween. This was the first time these labor unions have collaborated on such an event. The organizers said the turnout was good despite poor weather, and the event served as an opportunity for community members to meet union…