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Media Tip Sheet: Asheville, NC Residents Still Without Clean Water Weeks After Hurricane Helene

Water remains the biggest need for residents in Asheville, North Carolina after Hurricane Helene.

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Media Tip Sheet: Rise in Scammers and Opportunists Around Hurricane Relief & Rebuilding Efforts

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, scammers and opportunists are looking to exploit the victims of the storm.

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Media Tip Sheet: Northern Lights May Be Noticeable Across Southern U.S. Thursday Night

People across the United States may have another chance to see the northern lights dance across their night sky.

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Travel Advisory Issued for Rwanda Due to Outbreak of Deadly Marburg Virus Disease

An outbreak of the Marburg virus in Rwanda has prompted public health officials to announce they will start screening travelers to the US who have also been in Rwanda in the last 21 days. The George...

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Media Tip Sheet: World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is meant to raise awareness around mental health issues and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

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Media Tip Sheet: Social Media Influencers Are Reshaping How Americans Get Their News

It’s no surprise that the media landscape is changing and a large part of that can be traced to social media influencers.

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Media Tip Sheet: DEA's Move to Reclassify Marijuana Sparks Debate on Health, Access, and Research

In response to President Biden's call to reclassify marijuana, the DEA began the process of rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule I to Schedule III drug.

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Media Tip Sheet: Harris Campaign Raises Historic $1 Billion but Faces Challenges in Final Stretch

Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign has raised a record-breaking $1 billion in under 80 days but is concerned that it still may not be enough to secure victory.

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Media Tip Sheet: EPA is Requiring the Removal of Lead Pipes in the U.S

A landmark rule will now require water utilities to replace every lead pipe in the U.S.

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Media Tip Sheet: French Fry Inflation Triggered by Fast-Food Decline Hitting Fry Suppliers

Lamb Weston, the largest producer of french fries in North America, is closing a production plant and laying off nearly 400 employees due to decreasing demand from fast-food chains like McDonald's.