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DigitBridge reports that in an AI-driven economy, e-commerce businesses must prioritize structured data to enhance operations and avoid costly errors from data fragmentation.
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The 74 reports Providence Superintendent Javier Montañez, who struggled to read as a child, is dedicated to enhancing literacy for all students in his district.
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SoFi reports that 87% of U.S. borrowers have credit card debt, with many considering consolidation to reduce high monthly payments and improve financial resilience.
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Edmunds reports the best time to buy a car is late year, especially December.
- Richart Ruddie for Captain Compliance
Captain Compliance reports on the rise of chatbot privacy lawsuits, highlighting legal challenges around AI wiretapping claims and customer consent in digital communications.
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Wealth Enhancement reports that life insurance needs in your 40s depend on income, debts, and dependents.
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Intuit TurboTax reports tips for splitting Friendsgiving costs, encouraging clear communication and various payment methods to ease financial strain on hosts.
If there’ s one issue on which most voters agreed this election period, it’ s the need to fix Social Security before potential cuts take place in 2032. So did this election create the opening to solve the problem of Social Security“ running out” of money in the next five years? The Social Security trustees report says that if nothing is done, current retirees might face...
SoFi reports that despite market volatility, 73% of investors feel optimistic about their investments. Many plan to invest more, with inflation concerns lingering.
Base44 reports on 8 steps to monetize an app, emphasizing the importance of knowing your audience, choosing a monetization model, and prioritizing retention for growth.
ZoomInfo reports that in the first half of 2026, 86% of private funding went to AI firms, leading non-AI companies to self-fund growth as funding gaps widen.
RealTruck.com reports on seven essential car and truck fluids, detailing their functions, appearances, and warning signs to ensure vehicle performance and safety.
Shopify reports this holiday season marks the rise of agentic shopping, with 65% of shoppers using AI for product discovery, favoring indie brands.
AudioEye reports that accessible websites improve AI readiness, enabling better interaction with AI agents and search engines.
According to CDC county level data, 39.8% of McDowell’s residents have been diagnosed with high blood pressure.
Code Purple provides a critical resource for McDowell County during periods of extreme cold by offering warmth, safety and access to necessities.
“Despite some inaccurate information circulating, we want to reassure the public that McDowell Transit continues to operate and provide an essential service to McDowell County residents."
Law enforcement began searching the area on Wednesday when the student's truck was found near the entrance of the falls.
A fisherman accidentally set a “new species state record” in North Carolina when he caught an oval-shaped fish that no one on the charter boat could identify.
Philip Rivers will be the next N.C. State football coach, USA TODAY Sports' John Brice has confirmed.
With the Clemson Tigers' win over the Syracuse Orange and a Friday night matchup between SMU and Virginia Tech, among other games, the ACC standings look a bit different after Week 10 of the 2026
Sure, the Carolina Panthers didn't play the cleanest game in their Week 9 loss to the Denver Broncos.
Miller has helped shape some of Trump’s most hardline policies, from mass deportations to restrictions on immigration. Here’s what to know about the president’s new chief of staff.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said there was no cyberattack linked to the ground stop and the public was not in danger.
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WM reports that 75% of Americans recycle, but many lack clarity on proper recycling practices.
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The shooting happened in the parking lot of the Dollar General on Feb. 9, 2025. The man also pleaded guilty to sex crimes involved a child.
The four-wheeler was reported stolen on Aug. 5, according to the McDowell County Sheriff's Office.
Shortly after being reported missing, the tractor was found abandoned at a property on Lawing Road in Marion.
The dog's owner provided footage to law enforcement of the reported breaking and entering.
On Monday, the McDowell County Board of Commissioners will hear an update on the data center moratorium and hold a public hearing about Freedom Life's housing project application.
"(Hickory) was just a very formative place for me to grow up, and I think it's a great place to live.”
The Schedule of Values does not include the new values for properties in McDowell. Tax Assessor Tammy Wylie said those would be released sometime in February 2027.
Some local government offices will be open on Wednesday.