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Fall weather causes an increase in allergies and common colds, which in turn causes sinus infections
By John Kelly | Oct 14, 2022
Both allergies and colds are more common in the fall and winter months.
American Farm Bureau Federation analysis: Americans brace for expensive Fourth of July due to 'supply chain disruptions and inflation'
By John Kelly | Jul 1, 2022
The American Farm Bureau Federation recently published the results of a new marketplace survey that discovered that the cost of this year's Independence Day celebration is 17% more expensive than last year.
Pennsylvania gas prices hit record, cross $5 per gallon mark
By John Kelly | Jun 14, 2022
May inflation nationally hit 8.6% as Pennsylvania gas prices set a record, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Its new Consumer Price Index marked a four-decade high.
Nevada suffering second-highest gas prices in the nation
By John Kelly | Jun 14, 2022
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Consumer Price Index for May showed an 8.6% inflation rate, a 40-year high. Food, housing and fuel costs are the main contributors, causing numerous Americans to have financial problems, particularly in Nevada.
'I just need to be flexible': New York Uber driver works around kids' school schedule
By John Kelly | Jun 8, 2022
New York City Uber driver Princess Monteiro said she can drive for Uber around her kids' school schedule, and she likes the flexibility.
Gig driver: 'Comforting to know that my job will still be there when I am able to come back to it'
By John Kelly | May 24, 2022
Erin Latessa explained that gig driving allows her to care for her husband and work around his schedule.
New Jersey gig driver: 'I determine how much or how little I can earn, and equally important is the flexibility'
By John Kelly | May 23, 2022
New Jersey gig driver Clayton Creamer identified two benefits of driving: determining how much money he can make and setting his own schedule.
Jamie’s Farm owner: ‘Being a part of the DoorDash Accelerator for Local Goods will provide me with the necessary resources to grow my business’
By John Kelly | May 16, 2022
DoorDash recently revealed the initial business owners who were selected to participate in their new Accelerator for Local Goods program.
Uber driver on driving: 'Anybody who is complaining is doing it wrong'
By John Kelly | Apr 29, 2022
An Uber driver said that, in his opinion, gig work driving is easy and uncomplicated. With the amount of people taking to gig work increasing, it would appear that many agree with his take.
'As a company we are saving money': Northern Hospitality finds ways to fight rising health care costs
By John Kelly | Apr 29, 2022
The Allumbaugh Agency is collaborating with Northern Hospitality on a new strategy for health care. Employers cover 155 million through employer-sponsored health insurance, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
'Potentially unlawful market manipulation': ESG faces antitrust allegations from Arizona AG in connection with greenhouse emissions targets
By John Kelly | Apr 22, 2022
BlackRock has issued a statement about what its investment portfolio will look like in 2030 pertaining to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) policies.
'Part of our job': State of Arizona partners with political parties and outside groups to register voters
By John Kelly | Apr 21, 2022
The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office has selected the awardees for the 2022 Online Voter Registration Unique URL Program.
Midcontinent Independent System Operator: 'We face a rapidly transforming energy landscape'
By John Kelly | Apr 18, 2022
Energy volatility has been the subject of discussion since the winter storm last February turned off power for a large number of Texans and resulted in hundreds of deaths and billions in damages.
STEC asks PUC to modify RFP 'in an effort to continue to work toward resolution of the reliability problems in the ERCOT market'
By John Kelly | Apr 8, 2022
South Texas Electric Cooperative (STEC) has proposed a plan to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) of Texas "in an effort to continue to work toward resolution of the reliability problems in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas ("ERCOT") market."
Chicago's Zgola: Gig economy now a 'much-desired career path'
By John Kelly | Mar 19, 2022
In April 2021, Marcin Zgola, founder and CEO of Chicago-based company Wage Development Inc., authored an article in Forbes suggesting that the gig economy's growth had the capacity to replace the traditional workforce.
'It's time to fight back': Texas, West Virginia enact policies to punish companies that boycott fossil fuels
By John Kelly | Mar 19, 2022
Texas has taken the lead on challenging firms that actively work to boycott the oil and gas industry.
Drivers protest against Lyft's reinstitution of some policies
By John Kelly | Mar 3, 2022
Lyft drivers in Los Angeles gathered Feb. 2 to demonstrate against the reinstitution of shared ride policies as the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing.
U.S. bankruptcy judge: Ex-PUC chair shows 'lack of candor' in court appearance over Texas blackouts
By John Kelly | Mar 2, 2022
The former chair of the Public Utility Commission (PUC), DeAnn Walker, who resigned after the blackouts created by the winter storm in Texas last February, testified in court about getting the power back on and the high energy prices energy companies faced.
'It's so flexible': Gig workers and surveys praise gig work
By John Kelly | Feb 1, 2022
(Sponsored Content -- ) Gig work can be performed with any background.
Retiree enjoys work as a part-time driver; 'My schedule is so flexible'
By John Kelly | Jan 11, 2022
(Sponsored Content) Retired veteran Darnell Tillett is from North Jersey and is a part-time driver for Uber.