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Personal-finance

September student loan deadlines: Here's a look at what's due this month

September student loan deadlines: Here's a look at what's due this month

  • Medora Lee USA Today

Student loan borrowers, you have homework due by the end of September.

How much income do you need to afford daycare in 2026?

How much income do you need to afford daycare in 2026?

  • Anthony Thompson USA Today

ConsumerAffairs found annual toddlercare costs more than average in-state tuition at a four-year public college in 37 states.

Childcare Costs vs. Working: How American Families Balance Career Growth & Daycare Expenses (The Dual-Income Dilemma)

Childcare Costs vs. Working: How American Families Balance Career Growth & Daycare Expenses (The Dual-Income Dilemma)

  • Solution Tales - Lifestyle Now

Discover how American families balance career growth against rising daycare expenses when evaluating dual incomes versus staying home. Learn how flexible work schedules, a Dependent Care FSA, and the Child and Dependent Care Credit help offset qualifying childcare costs.

⁠Their finances were tough. Then came 'insane' back-to-school costs

⁠Their finances were tough. Then came 'insane' back-to-school costs

  • Christopher Cann, Clayton Park and Erick Trevino USA Today Network

The cost of a typical school supply list is nearly $175. Some essentials like lunch boxes, notebooks and tissues cost 20% or more than they did a year ago.

She thought she donated $50. A tap-to-pay scam took $1,000 instead

She thought she donated $50. A tap-to-pay scam took $1,000 instead

  • Susan Tompor Detroit Free Press

Scammers count on us tapping without checking how much is being charged or the business name receiving the payment, experts warn. And they're going to rush you through the process.

5 ways to slash back-to-school spending

5 ways to slash back-to-school spending

  • Kimberly Palmer NerdWallet

NerdWallet’s annual back-to-school shopping survey found that shoppers estimate they’ll spend an average of $611 on back-to-school expenses such as clothing, supplies and books.

As Trump drastically rolls back rules for Head Start, some Republicans are wary

As Trump drastically rolls back rules for Head Start, some Republicans are wary

  • Zachary Schermele USA Today

Among items on the chopping block are requirements to conduct screenings for kids with disabilities, keep class sizes small, help children brush their teeth daily and mandate school bus monitors.

Report: Winston-Salem Is the 113th-Best City for Retirees

    Winston-Salem, N.C., is the 113th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

    Report: Tulsa Is the 110th-Best City for Retirees

      Tulsa, Okla., is the 110th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

      Report: Tucson Is the 55th-Best City for Retirees

        Tucson, Ariz., is the 55th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

        Report: Bismarck Is the 24th-Best City for Retirees

          Bismarck, N.D., is the 24th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

          Report: Richmond Is the 20th-Best City for Retirees

            Richmond, Va., is the 20th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

            Report: Madison Is the 11th-Best City for Retirees

              Madison, Wis., is the 11th-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

              Report: Casper Is the Fifth-Best City for Retirees

                Casper, Wyo., is the fifth-best place to retire, according to a new WalletHub study comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across 45 key metrics. The analysis considered factors ranging from the cost of living and tax laws to the availability of activities and the quality of healthcare.

                Local News

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 6

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 6

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Mission Hospital McDowell raises American flag to honor veterans

                Mission Hospital McDowell raises American flag to honor veterans

                “It was an opportunity to come together as a community and recognize the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have defended our country."

                McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

                McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

                "There are mean people that do not want the cats there. And there are very sweet people that come see the cats and love them.”

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                State & Regional

                Interstate 40 repairs now cost $2.8B, up from initial estimate. Here's why

                Interstate 40 repairs now cost $2.8B, up from initial estimate. Here's why

                Rebuilding Interstate 40’s path through the Pigeon River Gorge after Hurricane Helene will cost about $2.8 billion — a 40% increase over a projection earlier this year.

                1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

                1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

                The initial impact of the crash happened in Hickory city limits. The car was pushed by the train into Long View town limits. 

                Find out where the Carolina Panthers landed in ESPN's final preseason power rankings

                Find out where the Carolina Panthers landed in ESPN's final preseason power rankings

                After nearly a decade of mediocrity and failure, the Carolina Panthers broke through last season and finished with an 8-9 record.

                Stokes County, SBI investigate fatal shooting of dog by off-duty Winston-Salem officer

                Stokes County, SBI investigate fatal shooting of dog by off-duty Winston-Salem officer

                "My dog was a giant baby, and he got executed by a Winston-Salem cop."

                Nation & World

                A red line on data centers is splitting Democrats in the midterms

                A red line on data centers is splitting Democrats in the midterms

                As data centers become a defining issue on the midterm campaign trail, some voters are drawing a line in the sand over a yes-or-no question that's dividing candidates.

                Trump cuts agencies built to protect autistic kids

                Trump cuts agencies built to protect autistic kids

                Meanwhile, his second administration put autism in the spotlight, pushing unfounded links to childhood vaccines and Tylenol.

                Kennedy Center ceiling collapse adds to debate

                Kennedy Center ceiling collapse adds to debate

                The Kennedy Center board's plan to temporarily close the facility for a two-year renovation remains tied up in federal court.

                US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

                US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

                It said Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missiles at two U.S. Navy ships. Meanwhile, Americans face record-high Labor Day Weekend gas prices.

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                Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

                Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

                Baxter International issues recall of IV solutions made at McDowell County plant

                Baxter International issues recall of IV solutions made at McDowell County plant

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

                Shopping

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

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                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

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                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

                Crime

                Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

                Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

                He was found sitting in a chair by the river with two firearms and an empty liquor bottle.

                Stabbed husband saves wife by driving car into knife-wielding man, NC sheriff says

                Stabbed husband saves wife by driving car into knife-wielding man, NC sheriff says

                A man stabbed outside a Food Lion went on the offensive to protect his wife, using his vehicle to run down a knife-wielding man, according to investigators in North Carolina. 

                Winston-Salem teen charged in deadly San Diego mosque mass shooting

                Winston-Salem teen charged in deadly San Diego mosque mass shooting

                Sarah Lindsey Santiago will be tried as an adult for what authorities say was her role in attempting to broadcast the attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego.

                ‘Indefensible.’ EEOC sues Charlotte-area company: Pregnant worker fired, miscarried

                ‘Indefensible.’ EEOC sues Charlotte-area company: Pregnant worker fired, miscarried

                The federal agency is asking the court to order financial compensation for the former employee and to ensure the company prevents future discrimination.

                Politics

                McDowell Parks and Rec seeking input on improvements, priorities

                McDowell Parks and Rec seeking input on improvements, priorities

                "We want every community and every age group represented, so we encourage as many residents as possible to take a few minutes and share their thoughts.”

                See Labor Day schedules for local governments in McDowell County, surrounding areas

                See Labor Day schedules for local governments in McDowell County, surrounding areas

                Check out this list to see which pools and recreation centers will be open on Labor Day. 

                US House moves to censure Chuck Edwards after ethics probe

                US House moves to censure Chuck Edwards after ethics probe

                Edwards apologized to the two former staffers at the center of a sexual harassment investigation and to his wife.

                McDowell County commissioners approve six-month moratorium on data centers

                McDowell County commissioners approve six-month moratorium on data centers

                The six-month moratorium will give the county time to create rules on what kind of data centers can be built here.

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