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Akeena

Wow, that's a tough situation for UKG employees in Florida. Imagine gearing up for a holiday weekend and then getting blindsided with news of massive layoffs. It's not just the number—2,200 employees, which is 14% of their workforce—but also how abruptly it was done, right before the Fourth of July.

Thousands of workers in Florida laid off by a major company

Birmingham, AL

Valrico, FL

In a recent announcement, The Fresh Market, a beloved grocery chain in Florida, is bidding farewell to its Valrico location. The store, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S., has cited uncontrollable inflation as a driving force behind its closure, echoing broader economic challenges impacting even higher-end retailers.

A grocery chain in Florida is unexpectedly closing down

California State

While prices for everything, from groceries to home insurance, continue to rise, you may find yourself looking for ways to save wherever possible. If you own your home, there could be a way for you to save on your property taxes. There are two available tax exemptions for homeowners in the state of California: the Homeowners’ Property Tax Exemption and the Disabled Veterans’ Property Tax Exemption.

Property Tax Benefits Available For Homeowners And Veterans In The Tri-Community

New Mexico State

With higher rates of inflation, you may find that common purchases are taking up a larger percentage of your budget. One cost that may have creeped up is your grocery bill. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over the last year, the consumer price index for food has increased 2.2% as costs are still on the rise.

What states have the most affordable groceries?

Newark, NJ

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Paterson, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

Denver, CO

David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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

New Jersey State

Black Enterprise

The program has been labeled as “a powerful anti-poverty program” that has helped people of all demographics. A continuous error from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP, is causing one in ten households to go without the correct amount of benefits per month. New data...

Millions Of Americans Have Not Received SNAP Benefits And Here’s Why

GOBankingRates

Multiple studies show that staying active later in life can improve your longevity and quality of life. One study, as reported by Harvard Health Publishing, found that people who worked past the age...

8 Jobs for Retirees That Don’t Require Much Experience

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?

Anika Jindal

Finding a job that offers both a steady income and housing can significantly impact one’s financial stability and overall convenience. It not only eliminates the stress of searching for separate accommodation but also ensures a comfortable living situation while pursuing employment.

10 Jobs That Come With Housing

The number of national homebuyer assistance programs in the United States reached an all-time high in the second quarter of 2024, according to a report released by Down Payment Resource (DPR). The Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report revealed that the total number of homebuyer assistance programs increased by 42 to...

Down payment assistance programs hit new high amid housing crisis

Pennsylvania State

(The Center Square) — For Pennsylvania business leaders who want to expand their clean manufacturing output, the federal government may be more of a headache than a helping hand. When it makes sense for them to change, they face delays or much-inflated costs. The House Democratic Policy Committee met...

Federal rules frustrate, delay states clean energy manufacturing

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Federal regulatory burdens are costing U.S. households big bucks annually, according to data released in a report from The Competitive Enterprise Institute.
                The Competitive Enterprise Institute on Tuesday released its "Ten Thousand Commandments," annual report on the federal regulatory state.
                The report found that federal regulatory burdens cost the average household over $15,000 dollars annually, according to a press release.
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Federal regulatory burdens continue costing American households

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

In the world of water and wastewater treatment, emergency preparedness is paramount. From natural disasters to equipment failures, treatment plants must be ready to respond swiftly and effectively to ensure the continuous provision of clean water and safe wastewater treatment. The first step in emergency preparedness is conducting a thorough...

Strengthening Emergency Preparedness for Treatment Plants

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

Oklahoma State

JudyD

This article was written with the assistance of ai software*. This new law in Oklahoma is about how property owners can handle people who are on their property without permission.

SB1994: Property Owners Can Call Sheriffs for Fast Action Against Unauthorized Occupants

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NC Department of Environmental Quality seeking feedback for home energy rebate programs

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is looking for feedback on two home energy rebate programs. The state was allocated more than $208 million to...

NC Department of Environmental Quality seeking feedback for home energy rebate programs

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