Mulholland Drive Closures Due to Slides – NBC Los Angeles

TL/DR - Due to mudslides following a record-setting storm, a stretch of Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles was closed for repairs. The two-day storm delivered 7.03 inches of rain, marking the highest two-day rainfall total for February in downtown LA, and the third wettest two-day total on record. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported over 300…

US Federal Solar Investment May Fund Chinese Factories

TL/DR - The US federal government plans to subsidize green energy initiatives, including the construction of domestic solar panel factories, as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). However, some of this funding may go to foreign solar companies, particularly those based in China, which has led to objections. Journalist Phred Dvorak suggests…

Experience Ann Arbor’s Ultimate Galentine’s Business Crawl

TL/DR - Downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan is hosting its fourth-annual Galentine’s Day Small Business Crawl on February 10. More than 30 retail businesses and restaurants are participating in the event, offering special promotions and giveaways throughout the day. Some of the attractions include friend speed dating at Cahoots, an open mic night at…

Maximizing Health: Pharmacy Benefits Essential for All, Urges Hobbs

TL/DR - Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs aims to limit pharmacy benefit options, despite her support of affordable healthcare for small businesses, causing concern over potential increased costs for Arizonans. A poll showed 68% of voters would prefer to use a specific pharmacy for discounted prescription drugs, a benefit provided by pharmacy benefit…