Our AC's and sump pumps have been getting quite the workout this summer, but have you ever wondered what's going on behind the scenes at our power grid to ensure it can continue to meet our growing demand for electricity? This week, Nichole's joined by Mary Cate Colapietro, Senior Communications Specialist for ISO New England, to break down a new report that provides a comprehensive look at the region's energy landscape, from the impact of AI data centers to the role of renewable resources and beyond.

Our AC's and sump pumps have been getting quite the workout this summer, but have you ever wondered what's going on behind the scenes at our power grid to ensure it can continue to meet our growing demand for electricity? This week, Nichole's joined by&nbsp;Mary Cate Colapietro, Senior Communications Specialist for ISO New England, to break down a new report that provides a comprehensive look at the region's energy landscape, from the impact of AI data centers to the role of renewable resources and beyond.

WBZ’s Nichole Davis shares the stories people are talking about in your community each weekend. You can also hear the show live on iHeartRadio stations WBZ, WRKO, WTAG, WHYN, WZLX, WBWL, WXKS, and WJMN!

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Powering New England's Future: ISO New England's "Regional Electricity Outlook"

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The Battlegreen Run Foundation has been a staple in Lexington since 1996, growing its annual race into a beloved event that brings the community together to help dozens of local non-profits. This week, the Foundation's president, Steve Sartori, talks with Nichole about how the event has evolved over the years, and shares information on how you can still get involved before the November 1st race. Peter Noonan, president and CEO of Supportive Living, Inc., one of the Foundation's partners, shares how the race has helped to raise critical awareness and funds for brain injury services.

The Battlegreen Run Foundation has been a staple in Lexington since 1996, growing its annual race into a beloved event that brings the community together to help dozens of local non-profits. This week, the Foundation's president, Steve Sartori, talks with Nichole about how the event has evolved over the years, and shares information on how you can still get involved before the November 1st race. Peter Noonan, president and CEO of Supportive Living, Inc., one of the Foundation's partners, shares how the race has helped to raise critical awareness and funds for brain injury services.

Every Mile Matters at Lexington's Battlegreen Run Foundation

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While we're still feeling the pinch of high gas prices at the pump and high food prices at the supermarket, these hikes are really having an impact on the people who bring us our favorite foods on the go: food truck owners! This week, Michael Crooks, owner and operator of the Sarcastic Swine food truck in Abington, talks with Nichole about the challenges of running a food truck business in today's economy, and the logistics of working in a mobile barbeque restaurant.

While we're still feeling the pinch of high gas prices at the pump and high food prices at the supermarket, these hikes are really having an impact on the people who bring us our favorite foods on the go: food truck owners! This week, Michael Crooks, owner and operator of the Sarcastic Swine food truck in Abington, talks with Nichole about the challenges of running a food truck business in today's economy, and the logistics of working in a mobile barbeque restaurant.

Serving Through Sticker Shock: New England Food Trucks Fight to Stay Open

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Underwear isn't something we talk about that often, but when you don't have it, it can be a major problem! With the price of clothing skyrocketing, 1 in every 3 kids in Massachusetts is clothing insecure, and that number is worse when it comes to underwear access. Cocotree Kids of Natick has grown from a small neighborhood collection to a statewide operation, connecting tens of thousands of kids to clean, hygienic underwear. On this week's show, founder Catherine Maloy tells their story and discusses their efforts to get the community involved to serve 100,000 local kids.

Underwear isn't something we talk about that often, but when you don't have it, it can be a major problem! With the price of clothing skyrocketing, 1 in every 3 kids in Massachusetts is clothing insecure, and that number is worse when it comes to underwear access. Cocotree Kids of Natick has grown from a small neighborhood collection to a statewide operation, connecting tens of thousands of kids to clean, hygienic underwear. On this week's show, founder Catherine Maloy tells their story and discusses their efforts to get the community involved to serve 100,000 local kids.

Natick's Cocotree Kids Supports Local Families, One Underwear Pair at a Time

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Powering New England's Future: ISO New England's "Regional Electricity Outlook"

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