Western North Carolina leaders warn that Hurricane Helene recovery efforts may last years longer than public attention and funding will. Governor Josh Stein describes the state's financial slowdown as a threat to rebuilding efforts, and recovery leaders express concerns about volunteer oversight and construction quality. Meanwhile, a federal prison sentence has been handed down to Greg Lindbergh for insurance fraud, and a major electricity merger between Dominion and NextEra is planned, which could affect utility rates in the northeastern half of the state. [... more]

The next generation is redefining stewardship and generosity, with a focus on authenticity, impact, and community. Women play a significant role in shaping generosity, and advisors should consider co-creation and connecting head and heart when working with millennials and Gen Z. A reverse mortgage can be a viable option for tapping into home equity, and QCDs allow for tax-free charitable giving from IRAs. [... more]

The potential trade of Damian Lillard to the Miami Heat is a major topic of discussion in the NBA, with the Portland Trail Blazers looking to get the best deal possible. Meanwhile, in baseball, Mike Trout's wrist injury has left his future uncertain, and the Los Angeles Angels are considering their options for Shohei Ohtani. In the NFL, the Dallas Cowboys are reportedly in talks with Netflix for a docuseries, but it's unclear what the focus of the show will be. The current state of the Cowboys, including their struggles with play calling and roster management, is a topic of interest for fans and analysts alike. [... more]

Richard Cummings, leader of Lead Like Jesus, discusses the importance of servant leadership and how to train leaders to live, love, and lead like Jesus. The Next Level Gathering, a free 90-day online event, features 14 speakers, including Ken Blanchard and James Brown, and focuses on biblical principles of leadership. [... more]

Rhonda Martin shares her experience with the First Supper, an interactive way to teach children about Jesus' life, while Richard Cummins discusses the Lead Like Jesus event, a global gathering to equip people to lead like Jesus, with a focus on servant-based leadership and humility. [... more]