South Carolina State

Kiplinger

Some businesses may receive employee retention tax credit payments as early as September.

IRS Restarts Processing of Some ERC Refunds: What to Know

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

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

A bypass, or AB, trust splits into two trusts when one spouse in a married couple dies, cutting the estate taxes for beneficiaries.

How to Fix a Trust Dilemma to Prevent a Tax Bomb

Retirement Daily

Confused about estimated taxes? See how withholding can simplify your retirement.

Estimated Taxes vs. Withholding: What Retirees Need to Know

FinanceBuzz

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!)

WashingtonExaminer

August’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $943, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in four days. According to the Social Security Administration, the first payments will be distributed on Aug. 1 to those living with a debilitating disability that affects one’s income.  To be eligible, filers need to be at least partially blind or have a “physical or […]

Social Security update: August direct payment worth $943 goes out in four days

An extra check is coming your way if you collect social security!

Social Security Recipients Can Expect to Receive an Extra Payment In August

MarketRealist

The winning ticket was purchased at ShopRite Liquors in Neptune Township, marking New Jersey's first Mega Millions jackpot win since July 24, 2020.

Winner of $1 billion lottery faces massive tax bite — here's how much he takes home

Ocilla, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

Q: My husband of 49 years died a few months ago. I filed for widow’s benefits and started receiving them with no problem. But I got a letter telling me that I was not eligible for the $255 death benefit. When I called the Social Security people to ask about this, they told me that I wasn’t due that one-time benefit because we were not living together when he died. I’m ashamed to admit that my husband had been living with another woman for several years before he died. But it seems odd to me that I can get his monthly widow’s benefits, but I can’t get the burial benefit. Can you explain this?

No Death Benefit for Widow of Husband Who Was Having an Affair

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

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

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

GOBankingRates

When it comes to your Social Security check, deciding where it goes is just as important as getting it in the first place. But with the wild amount of bank accounts out there, how do you know which...

I’m a Bank Teller: 7 Best Bank Accounts To Deposit Your Social Security Check

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J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

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

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

More than 50 million Americans receive Social Security retirement benefits. Most of these recipients are retirees who worked and paid Social Security taxes. But millions of dependents and survivors of retired workers, including spouses and ex-spouses, also receive a monthly benefit from Social Security. Spouses can collect Social Security benefits...

Divorce & Social Security Spousal Benefits

IRAs are useful, but the traditional version subjects you to taxes on withdrawals in retirement and required minimum distributions (RMDs). You might also feel limited by how much you can save each year. You could face penalties if you end up retiring early and wanting your money. It's a great...

SCDOR issues tax relief due to Hurricane Debby

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