Many seniors are unsure about their tax responsibilities. Particularly concerning Social Security income. It's commonly questioned when they may stop filing taxes on these benefits. Those whose sole income is Social Security likely don't need to file a federal income tax return. Senior citizens, especially, have distinct guidelines to consider....

When Are Senior Citizens Exempt from Filing Taxes on Social Security Income?

Virginia State

Chesapeake, VA

UPI News

A Virginia woman bought six identical tickets for the same Pick 5 drawing and ended up winning six times, for a grand total of $180,000.

Va. woman buys six lottery tickets, wins six times

The CPI reading for June came in better than expected, prompting The Senior Citizens League to update its COLA forecast. The biggest challenge for retirees is the declining purchasing power of Social Security. Lower inflation helps retirees get more out of Social Security and keep more of their benefits. Slow...

The Latest 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast Has Some Great News for Retirees

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

WashingtonExaminer

The first round of July’s three Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for those who retire at 70, will go out in 13 days. The first round of payments is set to go out Wednesday, July 10, to beneficiaries who were born on or before the 10th. People born on or between the 11th and 20th of the month […]

Social Security update: First round of July payments worth $4,873 goes out in 13 days

Indiana State

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Franklin, IN

NewsByJoshua

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Reston, VA

Joel Eisenberg

This article is based on corporate postings and accredited media reports. Linked information within this article is attributed to the following outlets: SupermarketNews.com and ScrapeHero.com.

Two Fresh Market Grocery Stores Coming to Virginia to Anchor Major Residential and Retail Complexes

The Motley Fool

It's definitely a good news/bad news situation.

Here's the Very Latest 2025 Social Security COLA Estimate

The Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center is Virginia’s answer to Area 51 in Nevada. It is hidden in the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 50 miles west of Washington, D.C. This center is one of the most secret and heavily guarded places in the United States. It is shrouded in mystery.

Virginia Has Its Own Area 51, Which is Very Interesting

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
The post Police Log, 7/10/2024 first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Police Log, 7/10/2024

The 2025 projection for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) just dropped from 2.66% to 2.57%. COLAs are based on third-quarter inflation data, so we won't have an actual number until October. A smaller COLA means inflation is easing, so seniors shouldn't panic if the final number comes in even lower. Next...

The 2025 Social Security COLA Is a Good News/Bad News Situation for Retirees

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

A large number of US retirees rely on Social Security for financial support. The social security administration states that nearly 1 in 2 households with someone aged 65 or older rely on social security as their single source or at least half of their income. Seniors who do not receive any form of assistance from the government would go through very tough times.

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment 2025 Predictions: COLA Rise to 36% for Seniors, Retirees Amid Inflation

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You can still earn income after retirement while avoiding stressful 40-hour workweeks with these jobs.

12 Fulfilling Part-Time Jobs Retirees Actually Love

According to a recent analysis, Medicare and Social Security analyst Mary Johnson projects that in 2025, the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits will be lower. Relative to her May projection of 3.2 percent, she now projects a 3 percent increase in payments for seniors, survivors, as...

2025 Social Security COLA: Expected Impact on Disability Benefits

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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Pitt. Co. expands elderly tax relief

(Chatham) — Pittsylvania County leaders are extending tax breaks to more people. The Board of Supervisors this week approved an increase the qualifying income for Tax...

Pitt. Co. expands elderly tax relief

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