Clermont, FL

Columbus, OH

Florida State

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Lakeland, FL

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

Business Insider

Dee, 71, dealt with a wage gap for years. Now she has minimal savings, and wants a cheaper cost of living.

Meet a boomer living off of $2,700 a month in retirement who plans on moving abroad for cheaper living and political stability

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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Upon retirement, it is time to budget. That's because most retirees are on a limited or fixed income, a personal combination of Social Security, individual savings and work-related compensation like...

9 Best Cars for Retirees With Monthly Payments Under $300

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

The US Sun

A 20-YEAR-OLD has revealed that she bought a camper van off Facebook marketplace, and has transformed it into her dream home. Leah Goodrich revealed that she didn't see the point of paying thousands a month in rent, and was against moving back in with her parents, so decided to buy herself a campervan instead.

I’m 20 & live in a campervan I got on Facebook Marketplace -it took months to renovate but I don’t a pay a penny in rent

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Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

FinanceBuzz

Thinking about retiring? You may want to consider some of these cities in the West that could be perfect for your post-work adventures.

10 Sunny Cities for Retirees That Aren't in Florida

Delaying benefits is one of the most effective ways to increase your payments. Claiming at your full retirement age can be a smart retirement strategy. However, the right decision for you will depend on your goals. The right strategy could substantially boost your monthly payments. Social Security is a significant...

Social Security: The Average Retiree Could Collect $586 More per Month in Benefits by Making This 1 Simple Move

Pennsylvania State

Maureen lives on $1,601 monthly Social Security payments but doesn't want to use her 401(k) because she's worried about making it last.

A boomer lives on $1,601 monthly from Social Security and struggles to pay bills. She plans to wait a few more years until she touches her 401(k).

If you're finally retired, it's time to consider letting some things go. Here are 15 excess items you should start selling so you can boost your retirement.

15 Unwanted Items Retirees Can Turn into Cash

Miami, FL

NewsNation

Some condominium owners have seen fees of more than $100,000.

Florida retirees swamped with condo repair costs

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

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

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The Lowcountry is home to lots of history and culture, and some of it is disappearing today. Praise houses were first established in the Lowcountry sea islands on St. Helena Island’s many plantations as places to meet and worship. Since there were few formal church buildings on St. Helena Island, most of the island’s slave inhabitants could only walk or ride to the main church on Sunday mornings, if at all.

The vanishing Gullah Praise Houses of the Sea Islands

Retirees often find themselves with extra time on their hands and money to spend on new investments and hobbies. If you've reached retirement age or will reach it soon, a classic car might be the...

5 Classic Cars for Retirees To Buy for Hobby or Investment

Crisp County, GA

On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

Retirees looking to save money should consider picking up essential items at a warehouse store like Sam's Club this fall. Known for its bulk buying options and significant savings, Sam's Club is an...

6 Sam’s Club Items Retirees Need To Buy Ahead of Fall 2024

You don't need a complicated strategy to get more money out of Social Security. Putting in your time in the workforce and keeping tabs on your earnings record could result in higher benefits. Delaying your Social Security claim is a guaranteed way to give your senior income a boost. A...

3 Ridiculously Easy Ways to Get More Social Security in Retirement

Booneville, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Booneville man finds himself in jail after children in his care tested positive for drugs according to a press release from the Booneville Police. After being indicted by the Prentiss County Grand Jury, 22 year old Dustin Blade Asher of Booneville has been charged with Two Counts of Child Endangerment. This charge relates to two children in his care testing positive for drugs, according to the Boonevile police.

Booneville Man Arrested For Child Endangerment After Children Test Positive For Drugs

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Firefighters having to carry residents after broken elevator leaves some retirees stranded for weeks

CLERMONT, Fla. - Residents of a retirement community in Clermont have been unable to use their elevator for nearly two months, leaving many stranded in their...

Firefighters having to carry residents after broken elevator leaves some retirees stranded for weeks

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