West Virginia State

The Motley Fool

Retirees in these states could receive financial relief on the state level, but federal rules still apply.

It's True: These 13 States Don't Tax Retirement Income

The federal government taxes a portion of Social Security benefits if your income exceeds certain thresholds. Retirees in nine states may be subject to additional income taxes from their state government. With advance planning, it is often possible to reduce the amount of state taxes that you will owe. Social...

Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks

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

Kiplinger

When it comes to choosing a place to live, taxes sometimes influence the decision-making process. And, of course, hearing that a particular state doesn’t have personal income tax seems wonderful — but is it really?. Let's dive into the various aspects of state taxes so you can decide...

Are No Income Tax States Better to Live In?

FinanceBuzz

Did you know Social Security benefits can decrease? From taxes to identity theft, here are 15 ways your Social Security benefits can shrink.

Your Social Security Check Might Shrink If You Live in One of These 9 States

A record-breaking cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2025 is unlikely to benefit most seniors.

Social Security's Historic 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is on Track to Yield a Trio of Disappointments

Don't just rely on Social Security to come through for you.

Social Security Benefits Will Increase in 2025 – but This Move Could Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Next Year's COLA

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!)

North Carolina State

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Eden, NC

Town Talks

North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

CBS News

Inflation falling to its lowest level in three years is good news, generally speaking. But it also means Social Security recipients are likely in line for the smallest cost-of-living increase to the monthly benefit since 2021. The shift may feel abrupt for the nation's nearly 68 million retirees, with recent years bringing bigger benefit bumps as a result of high inflation. Benefits rose 5.9% in 2022 and were adjusted up 8.7% for 2023.The 2025 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, is now projected to come in around 2.57%, the Senior Citizens League, an advocacy group for older Americans, said on Wednesday. Down from...

Social Security recipients in line for smallest COLA bump in years

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

Port Richey, FL

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Akeena

Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

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

Las Vegas, NV

Bellingham Metro News

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

American Insight

Seniors may get a check as high as $4,873 from Social Security, but no retiree's payment can be bigger than that in 2024. Here's why. It’s a common misconception that high earners receive larger Social Security checks than those with more modest incomes.

Here's the most you can earn from Social Security in 2024

Ohio State

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

As fall rolls into West Virginia, vibrant colors grace the treetops. As the third most forested state in the United States, fall in West Virginia is nothing short of breathtaking. And for those who like to take advantage of the state's beauty - whether living in the state or visting...

Fall Foliage Forecast for 2024 in West Virginia is Out

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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State officials certify 4% income tax reduction in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — West Virginia has certified a 4% reduction in personal income taxes that will take effect next year, officials said. State Revenue Secretary...

State officials certify 4% income tax reduction in West Virginia

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