Buncombe Schools Surpass State in Key Metrics – 2020 Report
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Buncombe County Schools' cohort graduation rate has increased by nearly 20 percentage points since 2006, with an average score of 19.1 on the ACT, higher than the state average. However, 77.3% of the district's schools received a grade of C or better, with 10 schools deemed underperforming, five of which are in the Erwin District. The…
DEI Summit: Unpacking Race Theory & Hip-Hop Impact
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The University of Michigan (U-M) will launch its second five-year strategic plan, DEI 2.0, at this year's…
Unbelievable Fitness Granny Mistaken for Granddaughter
The world of social media is abuzz with the story of Lesley Maxwell, Vanessa Christofi, and Tia Christofi,…
Biden-Harris Starts Workforce Drive for Advanced Manufacturing Jobs
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The Biden-Harris administration launched its Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Sprint, an initiative aiming to build a diverse, skilled workforce for advanced manufacturing jobs. The nationwide drive forms part of the third Investing in America tour and will involve partnerships with employers, unions, and educational and training…
Gallego and Lake’s Social Media Spat Spills into Phoenix Airport
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Kari Lake, who is set to announce her bid for the Republican nomination, initiated a debate with U.S.…
Grand Rapids Uber Drivers Face Delays in Background Checks
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Uber drivers in Michigan are experiencing delays in their background checks due to the new "Clean Slate…
Explore Your Rental Car Insurance Options: Is it Necessary?
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The article tackles the question of whether additional insurance is needed when renting a car, with experts suggesting that it largely depends on personal circumstances, credit card benefits, destination, and existing coverage. Vehicle owners' personal insurance policies should generally cover rentals for damage, theft, or injuries caused…
Taylor Swift’s Historic Concert at 16 in Raleigh’s Athens Drive High…
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In 2006, a then-unknown 16-year-old Taylor Swift performed at Athens Drive High School to a small crowd…
Top 10 Tactics for Optimal Health in Flu Season
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Fall season brings with it both cold and flu viruses, the symptoms of which can overlap, making it…
Biden Forgives $9B Student Loans for 125K Borrowers
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The Biden administration announced that $9 billion of student loan debt would be erased for 125,000 borrowers, many of whom were already eligible for cancellation through programs such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness, income-driven repayment plans, or discharges for those with disabilities. The latest debt forgiveness breakdown…