North Carolina

Christian Academy Staff Under Investigation: Asheville Case Update

TL/DR - An employee at Asheville Christian Academy in North Carolina is under investigation by the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office over their interactions with an upper school student. The school has put the staff member on leave and they have not been on campus since the investigation began. The Sheriff's Office has not released any further…
Politics

Field Set for Alabama Runoff Elections in Newly Competitive House District

TL/DR - Shomari Figures, a Democrat and former Justice Department employee, and Caroleene Dobson, a lawyer and Republican newcomer, have won primary runoff elections for the seat in Alabama’s Second Congressional District in November. The district has increased its number of Black voters after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling last year, which stated…
Health & Wellness

Organic Farming: The Potent Solution for Environmental Health?

TL/DR - Organic farming is gaining popularity due to rising consumer beliefs in its health and environmental benefits. However, it has also raised issues as farms neighboring organic operations often increase their pesticide use, and organic farming requires more land than conventional methods. There is a need for more clarity around the benefits…
US Economy

Utilizing Tax Equity Transferability via Inflation Reduction Act

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has changed how federal clean energy tax credits are used, allowing them to be bought and sold as cash. The IRA opens up more opportunities for companies seeking tax savings, offering them the chance to participate in a growing tax credit market instead of committing to a lengthy renewable energy…