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Thursday, June 4th, 2026
Good morning! Welcome to The Tradesman, a 5-minute newsletter tailored just for America’s tradesmen.
According to our ultra-elite gas price specialist, gas prices are about to drop significantly, meaning we no longer need to give away gas cards.
We’re not sure if he’s right, but we decided to give him a week to see if his predictions come true.
If he turns out to be wrong, the giveaways will return, and our specialist will face major consequences.
Killing Two Birds with Housing Grants
The best way to solve a problem is by throwing money at it, right? That's what the state of Ohio believes, at least.
In an effort to create more construction jobs and support housing growth, the state recently awarded nearly $27 million in grants to various projects across 57 counties.
The money will fund projects that address housing needs through home construction, property purchases, and rehabilitation.
Read Gov. Mike DeWine's full press release on the issue here.
How To Drink and Not Hate Yourself The Next Morning
We've all been there. The nausea, the pounding headache, and the deep regret following a night of way too many drinks. Sadly, short of having only two to three drinks, there's not really an alternative to avoid this, right?
Well, thanks to a new trend, there may be a solution.
It's called "Zebra Striping," and it goes like this: for every alcoholic beer you have, you follow it with a nonalcoholic beer. This way, you still get the flavor of the beer but avoid overloading your body with alcohol.
With nonalcoholic beers on the rise, there are plenty on the market whose taste is comparable to the original.
Click here to find the best ones for your next drinking endeavors.
Morning Meme

Work Causes Enough Pain. Don’t Let Your Pillow Give You Pain Too.
There's truly nothing worse than waking up and feeling sore.
Your mattress, your sleeping position, and even the temperature of your room are all factors that can lead to aching muscles. But the one often-overlooked factor is your pillow.
If you are the type of person who wakes up with neck pain almost every day, it may be time to invest in a better-quality pillow.
Luckily, we've got you. Click here to find a list of all the best pillows for every type of sleeper.
We’re Cool For The Summer
It's officially June, which means the sweltering heat of summer is lurking just around the corner.
In our line of work, time in the hot sun is almost inevitable.
It can be brutal, but it doesn't have to be miserable.
Click here for a list of the perfect gear and gadgets that’ll help you stay cool on the jobsite.
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