BHG Financial reports on the sandwich generation, who juggle caring for children and aging parents.
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Understood reports that the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) launches in 2027, allowing donors up to $1,700 in tax credits for K-12 scholarships for families with disabilities.
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Credit One Bank reports the Fed raised interest rates to 3.75%-4%. A survey shows 77% of savers prefer CDs with a one-time rate-bump feature.
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Freedom Debt Relief details how to check your credit, track scores via banks or apps, and address errors for better debt management.
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Achieve reports 12 practical money management tips, emphasizing the importance of budgeting, saving, and prioritizing expenses to improve financial health.
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The official COLA announcement is not expected until later this month, but the latest forecasts offer an early look at what beneficiaries could see.
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CreditFresh reports that Halloween expenses are rising, with families facing higher costs for candy, costumes, and decorations.
With every new headline about a mass shooting, terrorist attack, hate crime or natural disaster, many of us fear for our safety and that of our loved ones. Americans have to worry about their financial safety as well, as the government continues to work on slowing down
inflation.
Texas is the third-least safe state, according to a new WalletHub study comparing the 50 states across 52 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from assaults and traffic fatalities per capita to losses from climate disasters and the unemployment rate.
Missouri is the seventh-least safe state, according to a new WalletHub study comparing the 50 states across 52 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from assaults and traffic fatalities per capita to losses from climate disasters and the unemployment rate.
Illinois is the 38th-safest state, according to a new WalletHub study comparing the 50 states across 52 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from assaults and traffic fatalities per capita to losses from climate disasters and the unemployment rate.
Pennsylvania is the 32nd-safest state, according to a new WalletHub study comparing the 50 states across 52 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from assaults and traffic fatalities per capita to losses from climate disasters and the unemployment rate.
Minnesota is the seventh-safest state, according to a new WalletHub study comparing the 50 states across 52 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from assaults and traffic fatalities per capita to losses from climate disasters and the unemployment rate.
The official COLA announcement is not expected until later this month, but the latest forecasts offer an early look at what beneficiaries could see.
Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.
Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.
Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.
We are a week away from the Indy 500. There's no better time to check out one of the top museums dedicated to racing — the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed draws visitors from around the world.
"Rising fuel costs are squeezing North Carolina families’ pocketbooks and creating challenges for farmers across the state," House speaker Destin Hall, R-Caldwell, posted on X. "North Carolinians can’t afford to wait."
"Today, @SenatorBerger and I are calling for a special session of the General Assembly to provide immediate relief at the pump. More details forthcoming."
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has approved a rule that prohibits the feeding of black bears, as well as the placement of food that attracts bears, in Buncombe County.
Early voting begins on Oct. 15 and runs through 3 p.m. on Oct. 31.
"This is a success story — when you let a river be a river, it can heal itself."
Toggl reports that winning new business can hide costs due to delayed responses, poor project scoping, and unrecorded hours.
The withdrawal came as Iraqi officials and security experts weigh how the country will handle remaining Islamic State cells and powerful Iran-aligned militias.
BHG Financial reports on the sandwich generation, who juggle caring for children and aging parents.
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Police say the 31-year-old man may have used the SnapChat social media forum to reach his minor victims, according to a news release from the High Point Police Department.
“Chris brings 17 years of experience and a proven commitment to the Kannapolis community to his role within the police department."
Kannapolis Police Chief Terry Spry retired from the chief position on Sept. 29.
The man was an employee at Burke County Public Schools from August of 2023 to June of 2025.
"Rising fuel costs are squeezing North Carolina families’ pocketbooks and creating challenges for farmers across the state," House speaker Destin Hall, R-Caldwell, posted on X. "North Carolinians can’t afford to wait."
"Today, @SenatorBerger and I are calling for a special session of the General Assembly to provide immediate relief at the pump. More details forthcoming."
“North Carolina families and farmers are feeling the impacts of rising fuel costs every day.”
State law enforcement agencies, like the State Highway Patrol, are now required to enter agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, allowing officers to carry out immigration enforcement.
Service awards are given out in five-year increments, and this year five employees reached their 30-year milestone, one celebrated 30-years of service, and another was recognized for 40-years of service.