Ohio State

FinanceBuzz

In an effort to offset the high cost of back-to-school shopping, these states are offering sales tax holidays for school supplies.

17 States With Back to School Sales Tax-Free Weekends in 2024

South Carolina State

Missouri State

After the federal government finished sending out the last of its COVID stimulus checks, many states took up the mantle, using special funding and budget surpluses to issue their residents tax rebates in 2022. This "state stimulus check" trend continued last year, with a couple of states sending refunds up to $200 (in Virginia) and rebates up to $1,000 per taxpayer (in New Mexico).

3 States That Are Still Giving Out Tax Rebates

Tennessee State

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Tennessee and West Virginia are two of the 19 states that hold some version of a sales tax holiday in 2024, up one from 2023 according to The Tax Foundation.
                The Washington, D.C.-based tax policy group says those tax holidays range from an outdoor recreational equipment holiday in Florida over the summer to clothing tax holidays in Iowa and Oklahoma.
                Tennessee ran its back-to-school holiday on...

Tax Foundation: Sales tax holidays don't benefit economy, instead shift spending

The Hill

(NEXSTAR) — For a second time this year, some Social Security recipients are on track to receive two payments in the same month. Those who receive Supplemental Security Income usually get one payment a month. According to the Social Security Administration, this comes on the first day of the month — for August, that was Thursday.

Some Social Security recipients getting extra payment in August: Here’s why

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

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?

Somerset Council has authorised the sale of 22 of its assets to bridge an £80m gap in finances.

Council to sell assets to avoid bankruptcy

Savannah, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Whether you're filing your own taxes or you are a professional, understanding what income the IRS doesn’t tax can be very helpful. Here are 10 types of earnings that are not taxed.

10 Types of Income the IRS Will Not Tax in 2024 (Thankfully!)

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Kentucky State

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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

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

West Virginia State

Whiskey Riff

I mean, talk about maximizing your space. I am a SUCKER for some good Zillow finds, from the cute and historic houses to the creepy listings; a good deep dive on any real estate listing site is always a good idea. Because of my love for home listings, my social media feeds are filled with real estate finds, and today, as I was doing my daily morning scroll, I stumbled upon a gem.

West Virginia Real Estate Listing Goes Viral For Double-Wide Trailer With An Indoor Pool

Florida State

Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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Purchasing property at a county court tax sale can be an intriguing opportunity for investors and prospective homeowners alike. The allure of acquiring properties below market value is compelling, but the process can be intricate and daunting. Understanding the nuances of these sales is crucial to navigating them successfully. This guide will walk you through the steps of buying property at a county court tax sale, shedding light on the procedures, potential pitfalls and strategic considerations.

How to buy property at a county court tax sale

Akeena

It looks like Red Lobster might be on the verge of a fresh start. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy back in May, the beloved seafood chain is about to change hands, and it seems like things are moving fast.

Beloved Seafood restaurant chain could soon have a new owner, two months after bankruptcy

The window to apply for a medical cannabis business license in Kentucky closes at the end of this month. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services said it has received around a dozen permit applications for medical marijuana businesses.

Kentucky’s medical cannabis business license application window set to close August 31

New Jersey State

Gloucester County, NJ

Greenwich, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - A New Jersey State Police trooper from Gloucester County has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after punching a handcuffed woman in the face with a metal flashlight. The incident occurred on September 7, 2022, while the woman was detained in the backseat of a police vehicle awaiting a medical evaluation.

NJ State Trooper Admits to Punching Handcuffed Woman in the Face

Hinsdale, IL

Chicago Food King

My next stop is at an extremely popular restaurant that has one of the best outdoor patios in the suburbs. It also has a hamburger that people are saying tastes just like an “In-N-Out” burger. The restaurant I am talking about is Fuller House in Hinsdale.

The Best “In N Out” Replica burger is in this Popular Hinsdale Restaurant

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Locals say they were wrongly taxed during sales tax holiday

(WKBN) — With Ohio’s sales tax holiday underway, a few local residents have told First News they’ve been incorrectly charged sales tax on items that should...

Locals say they were wrongly taxed during sales tax holiday

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