Stowe, VT

Columbus, OH

Vermont State

MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Labor has approved federal disaster unemployment assistance for Vermonters who lost work because of the flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Beryl on July 9 and 10, the state Labor Department said Monday. Last week, President Joe Biden approved a major...

Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available to Vermonters Who Lost Work During July 9-10 Flooding

Keeping up with rising home energy costs can be tough, especially when household bills, like electric and groceries, continue to increase. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, average energy prices were 29.9% greater in June 2024 compared to June 2020. Caring.com reveals that this, combined with other rising expenses, leaves many low- and moderate-income seniors as well as those on fixed incomes struggling to cover costs. Caring.com reveals that this, combined with other rising expenses, leaves many low- and moderate-income seniors as well as those on fixed incomes struggling to cover their household expenses.

Energy assistance benefits for seniors

Iowa State

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Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

New Jersey State

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

The rebate program can help you keep more money in your pocket while contributing to a cooler, cleaner future. Making energy-efficient home upgrades has never been easier or more affordable thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. You could get up to $14,000 for electrical upgrades and purchase energy-saving appliances through a new IRA rebate program.

This government program wants to give you up to $14k for home energy upgrades — here's why millions have already signed up

When buying homeowners insurance to protect your investment, it’s important to know what factors affect price and how you can save money on your policy. The average monthly cost for homeowners insurance for companies in our rating is $231 for $300,000 in dwelling and $100,000 in liability. Homeowners insurance...

Average Cost of Homeowners Insurance

Trailer Empire

In the face of soaring insurance premiums and an ever-increasing risk of natural disasters, more homeowners are making the controversial decision to forgo home insurance. This growing trend reveals a high-stakes gamble that’s reshaping the landscape of property ownership across the United States.

The High-Stakes Gamble: Why Homeowners Are Ditching Insurance and What It Means for Their Future

Virginia State

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According to WTKR, Big Lots is closing about 315 of its stores across the United States. An earlier version of this story stated that 42 stores in Virginia would close. However, an updates states that only nine stores in Virginia are closing.

Big Lots will close nine stores in Virginia

Supplemental Security Income recipients have already received their payment for the month of August, but what you may not know is that you're set to receive another one before the end of the month. The payment schedule can change month to month depending on what day a month starts on, which is what's happening this time. We'll explain. Also, if you didn't know, you might be getting a boost to the amount of money in your checks later this year.

SSI Payment Schedule: Here's When You'll Get Your Second Check This Month

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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

Wisconsin State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Midwest much later today, particularly impacting areas in northern Illinois, eastern Iowa, and southern Wisconsin. These storms will be capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Midwest; Evening; August 27th, 2024

Mount Pleasant, NY

The US Sun

HOMEOWNERS are being dropped by their home insurance after insurers admit to using aerial drones to scout properties and roofs looking for flaws. Bob Emerick, a resident of Mount Pleasant, Pennslyvania says he received documents from Travelers Insurance indicating that his policy would be dropped as soon as Tuesday. Travelers...

I was stripped of my homeowner’s insurance after an ‘invasion of privacy’ – I was spied on and then hit with $14k bill

According to Washingtonexaminer, In just 15 days, millions of people living with disabilities will receive their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment for September, which can be as much as $943. These payments, distributed on September 1, are designed to assist individuals whose disabilities significantly impact their income, as outlined by the Social Security Administration.

Social Security news: $943 in direct payments for September will be sent out in 15 days.

Florida State

Miami, FL

NewsNation

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

Florida retirees swamped with condo repair costs

Massachusetts State

Nevada State

GOBankingRates

Lots of retirees decide that after hanging up their work boots and clocking in for decades at a job, it is time for a change of pace. That could involve a move, a downsizing of homes or a collection...

10 Worst States for Retirees To Rent in the Next 5 Years

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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

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

The ongoing decline in commodity prices is expected to pinch farmer revenue, but a commonly proposed solution — higher crop support rates — would provide little immediate relief, said farm policy expert Jonathan Coppess on Thursday. Subsidy payments are based on the average national price for a crop over a year, which means they won’t arrive until at least a year after harvest.

A long wait for farm subsidies to arrive

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

Fox Business

Vice President Kamala Harris says she wants to provide $25,000 in down payment assistance to first-time homebuyers, but critics say the plan would only make housing issues worse.

Harris proposes $25,000 down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers — is it a good idea?

Oklahoma State

SmartAsset

When a loved one passes away in Oklahoma, a small estate affidavit may be used to bypass the probate process used to settle the estate. A small estate affidavit can help heirs and beneficiaries by speeding the release of estate assets that may be needed to pay essential expenses. It can also save money and […] The post Completing a Small Estate Affidavit in Oklahoma appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

Completing a Small Estate Affidavit in Oklahoma

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FEMA disaster assistance teams to visit Stowe this week

STOWE, Vt. — Starting on Tuesday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, teams will be going door-to-door in Stowe. Stowe Emergency Management says it is...

FEMA disaster assistance teams to visit Stowe this week

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