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Hot Water Problem Fixed Nursing Home Says Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 8:02PMA hot water problem appears to be fixed at five-star Albuquerque retirement home.
Rogers Fire Chief Relieved Of Duty Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:52AMROGERS -- Mayor Steve Womack relieved Fire Chief Alan Bradrick of his duties Wednesday morning.
Help Us Combat Financial Illiteracy Now Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:36PMIt’s a nasty fight, but someone’s got to put the gloves on.
Favre To Have MRI; Future With Jets Unknown Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:08AMNew York Jets quarterback Brett Favre will have an MRI on his right shoulder, which could determine whether the passer returns for another season with the team.
New year good time to make financial plans Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 4:04AMIf your wallet and credit card have gotten more of a workout this holiday season than your arms and abs, it might be time to sit down and figure out a financial plan before the new year.
Re-evaluating Your Retirement Game Plan Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 11:51AMAfter a miserable year in the market, investors need to assess how the turmoil will impact their retirement plans.
Start getting ready for tax time Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 9:47AMGREENSBORO -- IRS officials say now is a good time to start getting things in order to file your taxes. Here are a few tips they suggest: •Get your records in order and make sure you can get your hands on tax documents like home sale, stock transactions and rental properties.
Free Login/Register Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 5:57AMIn a troubled economy, many companies are cutting back on jobs. But if you are laid off, there’s no need to panic, according to the Connecticut Society of CPAs. Here are some strategies for keeping your finances in order even if you lose your job.
Get your 2008 taxes in shape Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 11:15PMIt’s not a bad idea to take a few seasonal moments to contemplate that most unseasonal of topics: taxes. So, before Dec. 31 arrives and it’s too late to take advantage of some year-end financial housekeeping, here are some do-now recommendations from tax professionals: Dump your losers? Given the stock market’s wild ride this year, most folks have a few duds sitting in their portfolio or ...
Ask the Pensions Expert Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 6:26AMPension deferrals, NI rules and annuity rates: all your questions answered by Malcolm McLean.
Three Rivers Community College grapples with ways to tighten budgetary belt Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 10:07PMThree Rivers Community College is anticipating taking more than a $1.5 million hit in its 2010 budget, between significant cuts in state funding and other increases in expenses with the current state of the economy.
ON THE MARK: Merry Christmas to all who serve us Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 9:21AMThere are many actions within government that are criticized and certainly we can always find room for improvement. While some citizens may find more problems than they believe there should be, without the hard work of our many public elected officials and employees Collier County would not be the wonderful place we work so hard to maintain
The devil and Bernard Madoff Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:20AMNow that the whole horrible truth has come to light, I have no more reason to conceal my true identity. I am Bernard Madoff.
Social Security offers information about calculating when to retire Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 11:01PMQ: Mr. K asks: “I am 56 years old. I worked for the state of Florida until April 2007 when I chose an early regular retirement benefit.
Port Authority Board Votes To Ratify New Contract Deal Monday, December 15, 2008 @ 9:01AMPITTSBURGH -- On Monday, the Port Authority Board of Directors voted to ratify the collective bargaining agreement with Amalgamated Transit Union Local 85, the union representing nearly 2,300 bus and rail operators, maintenance personnel, first line supervisors and clerical workers.
Not too soon to get started on tax preparation Monday, December 15, 2008 @ 7:42AMWith less than a month before the end of the tax year, you may want to set aside a moment during the busy holiday season to consider some quick IRS tips that may give you the gift of time and money saved next year.
The college equation Sunday, December 14, 2008 @ 2:59AMObtaining financial aid is vital to retirement savings balancing act Sending a child to college is a retirement issue.
Video: Financial planner Scott Cole Friday, December 12, 2008 @ 8:04AMTalking end of the year tax preparation.
New IRS tax breaks available, but action required by Dec. 31 for many Friday, December 12, 2008 @ 5:18AMIn 2009, the IRS expects Alabamians to file more than 2.1 million tax returns and anticipates that more than 1.5 million of those will be filed electronically.
Program To Keep Mich. Workers Launches Thursday, December 11, 2008 @ 4:57PMMichigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm and local and community officials have organized the Keep Michigan Working coalition to keep highly skilled workers in Michigan, gripped by a recision employeed.
Follmer Takes Over As Vicksburg Airport GM Monday, December 8, 2008 @ 9:54AMThe former senior vice president and general manager of Rainbow Casino takes over as the new general manager of the Vicksburg Municipal Airport.
Youthfulness an American obsession - at what cost? Sunday, December 7, 2008 @ 2:43AMYouthfulness an American obsession - at what cost?
Youthfulness an American obsession _ at what cost? Sunday, December 7, 2008 @ 2:41AMYouthfulness an American obsession _ at what cost?
Be thankful for what you can control Saturday, December 6, 2008 @ 11:03PMWhen it comes to your money, you might have trouble finding any reason to be thankful this holiday season.
Online tool helps Christmas budget Saturday, December 6, 2008 @ 1:32PMThe Retirement Commission has launched an online tool to try to get shoppers to realise how much extra it costs to use credit cards, hire purchase, and even eftpos.
Cummins To Cut 500 White-Collar Jobs Friday, December 5, 2008 @ 10:18AMIndiana-based Cummins Inc. will cut at least 500 professional jobs by the end of the year.
Police reports - Northeast Suburban Life Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 12:09PMChad Allen Young, 24, 4124 E. Galbraith Road, possession or use of a controlled substance, open container prohibited at Plainfield Road and Rossplain Road, Nov. 26.
Retail Sales Decline Sharply In November Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 8:18AMRetailers report steep declines in November sales.
Bank of America Survey Finds Despite Tightening Their Wallets, Americans Are Further from Achieving Their Retirement ... Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 7:06AM A growing number of Americans are concerned that the current economic crisis is threatening to leave them further behind on their retirement plans, according to a new survey released today by Bank of America.
AK Steel Cuts Pay For Salaried Employees Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 6:42AMAK Steel Holding Corp. is imposing a 5 percent pay cut on its 1,500 salaried employees starting Jan. 1 because of lessened demand for steel.
Police reports Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 8:07PMNov. 21 — An employee at a Purdy market allegedly observed a man put a half-gallon jug of milk into a shoulder bag and try to leave the store. Employees and patrons detained the man, who then ran toward the Purdy spit.
Making sure your money is safe Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 5:50AMFinancial markets around the world are in retreat. If things get even worse south of the border, will Canadian banks come under pressure, possibly even jeopardizing customer deposits?
Prepare for a Gruesome Retirement Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 9:32AMYour nest egg may not be big enough to serve your future needs.
Taking control helps investors feel thankful Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 7:18AMWhen it comes to your money, you may have had trouble finding any reason to be thankful.
Why You Shouldn’t Sacrifice Your Pension Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 4:18AMIn the face of a recession, more of us are curbing our spending and neglecting our pension pots. Here’s why you shouldn’t make the sacrifice…
Yes, We Can Make Ends Meet…By Living on Less in Retirement. Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 1:58PM Remember Ben Franklin’s aphorism: “A penny saved is a penny earned?” I doubt Ben realized it when he coined that phrase some 350 years ago, but he actually came up with some good financial advice for those retiring in 2008 and beyond. The reason: after the precipitous drops in home values and stock prices that we’ve just experienced, who knows when they’ll rebound? So those of us who plan ...
Scrimp on 401(k) Now, Pay Dearly Later Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 10:49AMHalting contributions to your 401(k) plan in tough times can add up to tens of thousands of dollars when you retire.
Dividends gain in popularity Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 3:06AMDividend-paying stocks have never been considered sexy. But the prospect of owning a stock that reliably makes regular payouts holds a certain allure when most stocks these days are tanking.
In Commentary TRIB TALK Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 8:43AMCall 815-1776 to participate. "I wanted to know about the retirement of the people who have been working at the school office on West Worley..."
Airport unveils trip calculator Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 1:02AMTallahassee Regional Airport announced Friday that a new Total Trip Calculator tool has been added to its Web site to assist customers in making the best air travel choices.
Making sure your money is safe Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 11:04PMFinancial markets around the world are in retreat. If things get even worse south of the border, will Canadian banks come under pressure, possibly even jeopardizing customer deposits?
Eaton Vances 2008 Investor Survey Shows Rising Investor Concern About Personal Finances and Taxes Prior to Market ... Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 10:00AM BOSTON----According to the results of Eaton Vance’s 10th annual investor survey, one of the most recent national examinations of investor attitudes, American investors were showing signs of increased pessimism as early as August, foreshadowing the market meltdown that began in September.
Online Money: Finding top dividend-paying stocks Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:50PM(AP:BOSTON) Dividend-paying stocks have never been considered sexy. But the prospect of owning a stock that reliably makes regular payouts holds a certain allure when most stocks these days are tanking.
How Much Can Your Company Save By Converting Payroll to Direct Deposit? Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 1:00PM HERNDON, Va.----NACHA – The Electronic Payments Association has introduced a new online calculator as a tool for companies to understand how much they can save annually by converting payroll to Direct Deposit rather than paying by check.
How Much Can Your Company Save by Converting Payroll to Direct Deposit? Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 1:00PM A New Online Tool Calculates Annual Savings for Companies
Smart Year End Tax Moves Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 3:22PM Cutting your tax bill by selling your losers could sweeten an otherwise sour year for investments.
Need Cash? Where to Find It Fast. Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 3:22PM A dozen timely ideas on how to pay unexpected bills and weather tough times.
What to Tell the Kids Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 3:22PM Trying to hide financial worries can create more anxiety in your kids.
Town-aid solution has unintended consequences Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 11:12PM CONCORD - Meaning to reduce costs to towns and stabilize the retirement system, the Legislature instead increased them.
Frost excels in UIL Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 3:12AMFrost Elementary and Junior High UIL teams competed in District 24A, Zone 1 UIL competition Nov. 5-6 and 8.