In a landmark achievement for Elizabeth City State University, the Federal Aviation Administration has granted the institution a certificate of authorization to operate its advanced drone across North Carolina. This groundbreaking development marks a significant step forward in ECSUโs drone program, enhancing both training and research capabilities. In collaboration with a partner, ECSU successfully secured statewide clearance to operate the ALTI Reach, a large-size drone designed for diverse applications. The partnership aims to explore various use cases for the drone, including coastal monitoring, conservation efforts, flood mapping, search and rescue operations, surveillance, reconnaissance, and medical delivery. The ALTI Reach drone…
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A work environment that encourages creative freedom and authentic self-expression increases the bottom line and keeps employees engaged.While there are many ways to achieve this, here weโll focus on one of the biggest ones: diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).With the proper training โ combined with the implementation of key principles and practices โyou can transform the organizational culture and achieve a positive, productive work environment.Here are the 15 top DEI courses for growing and maximizing your teamโs potential, plus some additional insights on selecting the right courses for your organization.Why Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Are So ImportantCultivating a diverse and…
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) โ The Georgia Southern football team appears to be rolling. They have won three straight contests and are in sole possession of first place in the East Division of the Sun Belt Conference.ย โWe thought we were going to need to be aggressive in every phase to be able to get a โWโ that started defensively with trying to get pressure on the quarterback, trying to have the opportunity to be first and second down efficient and get into some third and longs,โ Helton said. โGet some hits, get some areas, get some sacks, get some tipped…
Lexus has finally entered the electric vehicle market with the 2024 RZ450e, making its EV Luxury statement. Building upon the success of its gas-powered models, the Lexus RZ450e blends performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology into a compact luxury SUV. While Lexus remains committed to a fully electric lineup by 2035, Toyotaโs luxury division may have to modify its plans with the slow growth of EV sales. Meanwhile, the RZ is expected to be reengineered in 2026 to extend its driving range. One of the RZ450eโs most striking features is its unconventional yoke steering wheel. While it may take some time…
(The Hill) โ The White House on Monday announced a proposal that would require insurers to cover the cost of forms of contraception like over-the-counter birth control pills and condoms under the Affordable Care Act. The proposed rule would cover emergency contraception like the โPlan Bโ pill, condoms, non-prescription birth control pills and spermicides. The White House said if approved, the rule would expand coverage of contraception for 52 million women of reproductive age who have private health insurance. โAt a time when contraception access is under attack, Vice President Harris and I are resolute in our commitment to expanding…
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) โ Election season is underway, and we at WSAV wanted to look at early voting numbers in several counties throughout the area.ย Bulloch County has reported over 7,174 total votes cast as of Monday, Oct. 21. 6,584 of them were done in person while 590 were done by mail-in. Officials are confident that the county could see over 70% in total voter turnout for the election.ย Last election, Bulloch County saw 14,408 votes cast by the Nov. 3 election date.ย Effingham County numbers show 8,495 votes cast so far. 8,439 votes were cast in person with the…
Carol Burrell, president and CEO of the Gainesville-based Northeast Georgia Health System, has been named CEO of the Year by the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Source link
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Camden County selling premium gas at the lowest price of $3.39 per gallon in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. The average reported cost of premium gas in cities within Camden County was $3.60 per gallon. Of the 49 reported gas stations in cities within Camden County, 10 offer premium gas. The average reported price of premium gas in Georgia was $3.45, compared…
Celebrities descended on Underground Atlanta over the weekend for 21 Savageโs big birthday bash. Source: Prince Williams / Getty Nothing brings the city of Atlanta out like a birthday party for one of its own, and thereโs nothing the city loves more than a theme. Over the weekend, 21 Savage combined both as he returned to Underground Atlanta for his 7th annual birthday extravaganza. Source: Prince Williams / Getty Source: Prince Williams / Getty For this yearโs gathering, Savage, who turns 32 on Tuesday, took it back to the 2008-2013 era with a throwback party filled with ATL legends. When…
Nepotism is powerful. It can take a thriving business and send it into a tailspin. Nepotism crushes employee morale and ruins a companyโs reputation โ just like that.While it may seem simple to spot and even easier to avoid, those showing favouritism may not even realize theyโre doing itโor view their actions as nepotistic.This piece provides valuable insight on how to spot and stop workplace nepotism before it has a chance to undo everything your organization has worked so hard to achieve.Examples of NepotismAwareness of the two types of nepotism is an excellent way to detect any aspects that may…