A West Virginia woman, Jennifer, who received a life-saving double lung transplant, never imagined the surgery would also lead her to her future husband. The Cleveland Clinic recently shared Jennifer’s heartwarming story, which began with her meeting the brother of her organ donor, Travis, and eventually blossomed into a love story. Jennifer was born with…
On October 8, 2024, the West Virginia House of Delegates approved Governor Jim Justice’s proposal for a 2% cut to the state’s personal income tax, despite concerns about using funds from the state’s three health agencies to finance the reduction. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for final approval. This tax cut will…
The announcement for the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) figure will be revealed on October 10, 2024, just one day before the SSDI payment for eligible disability recipients in the United States. It’s important to note that not all SSDI recipients will receive their payments on the same date, with some having received theirs…
For retirees aged 62 and older receiving Social Security, those who did not qualify for the payment on October 3 may soon receive a new direct deposit on one of three upcoming paydays. It’s important to remember that approval is essential for receiving Social Security benefits, and adherence to SSA rules is critical. Key Payment…
Eligible retirees are set to receive direct payments of up to $4,873 in their bank accounts soon. However, it’s important to note that the October payments for Social Security will not reflect the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase. This COLA boost will take effect in January 2025, with the first payments reflecting this…
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed the schedule for the final SNAP payment in Hawaii for October, with eligible recipients receiving up to $3,102. Hawaii’s SNAP payment amounts are higher than those in the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia due to increased inflation in the state. While other states…
The USDA has confirmed that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have increased following the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia, Alaska, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. However, SNAP benefits in Hawaii have decreased, leaving recipients there with less aid, despite the overall trend of…
When businesses are built around trends, they run the risk of failing if tastes shift or the trend turns out to be a passing fad. That reality has hit many industries, from self-serve frozen yogurt to plant-based meats and gluten-free products, where demand often proved lower than expected. The same appears true for the nonalcoholic…
At-home fitness companies surged in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, when social distancing rules and gym closures made in-home workouts the go-to option. Peloton was the biggest winner of this trend, as its connected fitness devices became a status symbol and provided a form of virtual socialization when real-world gatherings were restricted. However, as lockdowns…
According to The Street, Over the past two years, retail food brands have faced significant economic challenges, driven by inflation, rising interest rates, and other industry-related factors. Companies across the sector have struggled to maintain profitability amid these headwinds. One notable example is Leroux Creek Food, an organic canned fruit and vegetable company, which filed…