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NJ Spotlight

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

New York Post

Lowe’s cut its annual profit and sales forecasts on Tuesday, echoing bigger rival Home Depot’s concerns of a slim chance of a recovery in home improvement demand this year.

The Federal Reserve was expected to cut interest rates earlier this year, but insufficient proof of easing inflation thus far has kept the rates high, which is affecting home sales, and consequently demand for expensive renovation projects.

“We’re seeing significant implications … people aren’t moving nearly as often as they typically do because current mortgage rates are so much higher,” said CEO Marvin Ellison on a post-earnings call.



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Lowe’s follows rival Home Depot with dismal profit forecast: ‘People aren’t moving’

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

The Week

You can't escape property taxes, but you can make the bills a bit more manageable

4 ways to lower your property tax bill

Ballotpedia News

New applications for U.S. unemployment insurance benefits fell 7,000 for the week ending Aug. 10 to a seasonally adjusted 227,000. The four-week moving average as of Aug. 10 decreased by 4,500 from the previous week’s revised average to 236,500. The average number of initial claims per week since August 2023 was 218,717.

U.S. weekly unemployment insurance claims fall to 227,000

FinanceBuzz

You could be working in a field that can make you money and offer great opportunities. Here are 14 jobs that pay over $50,000 and will see large spikes in job openings.

14 Jobs With the Most Openings That Pay $50,000 or More

ABC News

Inflation stands below 3% for the first time since 2021.

Harris plans to tackle inflation. Economists say the fight is nearly over.

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

The Independent

 Government borrowing surged by more than expected in July in a blow to Rachel Reeves as she prepares to deliver her first budget.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said public sector net borrowing stood at £3.1bn last month, £1.8bn more than a year ago and the highest July borrowing since 2021.The total for July was £3bn more than predicted by Britain’s official forecaster, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), and higher than the £1.1bn most economists were pencilling in.Borrowing in the financial year from the end of March to July was £51.4bn, £500m less than in the same four-month...

Government borrowing surges to higher than expected £3.1bn as Reeves under pressure to raise taxes

Florida State

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

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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

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

Fox Business

Vice President Kamala Harris' alleged corporate and unrealized capital gains tax hikes are a move towards "voodoo economics," according to Andy Puzder and Newt Gingrich.

Experts react to Harris' plan to tax unrealized capital gains: 'Voodoo economics'

Economists at Goldman Sachs are increasing the odds that the US economy will enter a period of an economic downturn by the end of the year. Analysts at the banking behemoth have raised the odds of a recession occurring in the coming months from 15% to 25%, citing the last month’s jump in unemployment data, reports the Straits Times.

Goldman Sachs Raises US Recession Odds As Total Bankruptcy Filings Surge by Almost 25%: Report

If you find yourself worrying about a possible recession, don’t. But don’t just take my word for it. Instead, look at the most recent data. First, check out the labor market. The July employment report – published on the morning of August 2 – spooked investors because the number of new jobs the economy created last month (114,000) was significantly below estimates of 185,000.

Stop Worrying About a Recession

North Carolina State

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Liberty, NC

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Kai Liam Nix, a 20-year-old soldier at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, also known as Kai Brazelton, was arrested last week and detained following the hearing Monday. According to court records, he’s set to appear in court again Thursday to determine whether he will be released and the conditions of his possible release.

Soldier Belonging to White Supremacy Group Indicted on Multiple Firearms Charges

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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In today’s economy, financial stability can often feel elusive. Whether due to unexpected job loss, medical expenses, or other unforeseen financial challenges, many homeowners find themselves struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments. This is where asking for a mortgage reduction can become a vital step in maintaining your financial health. By understanding the process and benefits of a mortgage reduction, you can make an informed decision that could potentially save your home and improve your financial situation.

Why you should ask your mortgage company for a rate reduction

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Mayor Reed unveils balanced budget with $20 million increase, including pay raises

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Tuesday, Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed proposed a $20 million increase for city agencies and departments, most of which will...

Mayor Reed unveils balanced budget with $20 million increase, including pay raises

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