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The people's voice of reason
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Does holiday drinking age you faster? Longevity experts weigh in After years of mixed findings on the health impacts of alcohol, researchers have come down firmly on the side of “any amount of booze is bad.” One reason: That champagne toast, warm mug of eggnog, or cold beer during the big game puts undue stress on your body’s detoxification systems and could leave you more vulnerable to chronic diseases linked to inflammation, like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disea...
Don’t let winter cost you: Essential insurance changes for the off-season The onset of winter presents a unique convergence of aesthetic beauty and significant financial risk. While the season offers picturesque scenery, it simultaneously introduces hazards like frozen pipes, increased liability for premises injuries, and damage to seasonally stored assets. These incidents frequently lead to costly insurance claims that can severely impact a household budget. A common pitfall is treating an i...
More than smarts: How grit and discipline drive real success For years, schools have judged students by test scores and grades. Reading levels, math skills, and standardized results still shape report cards and college apps. Most employers follow suit, calling for strong literacy, math, or technical chops; they often look at GPA or test scores, especially in fields like tech and data. But raw smarts don’t tell the whole story. Lately, researchers have started looking at traits that don’t show up...
Small Business Saturday marketing ideas for 2025: 15 tips to stand out and sell more locally Small Business Saturday (November 29, 2025) has become more than a single shopping day — it’s a chance for retailers and restaurateurs to connect with customers who value supporting their community. These days, consumers mix digital browsing with in-person experiences, from scrolling on social media to stopping by familiar neighborhood favorites. That gives small business owners more ways to stand out, s...
‘Absolutely devastating’: Rural schools say $100K visa fee could make it hard to hire teachers The Kuspuk School District owns two small planes and employs a pilot to stay connected with schools spread across 12,000 square miles along the Kuskokwim River in western Alaska. And to keep those schools staffed, the remote school district works with its own immigration attorney, Chalkbeat reports. Some 60% of Kuspuk’s certified teachers come from the Philippines. That includes all of the speci...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.72 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.3%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.60 - Week change: +$0.06 (+1.7%) - Year change: +$0.08...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.8%) - Year change: +$0.00 (+0.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.47 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.69 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.08 (+3.1%) - Year change: -$0.04 (-1.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.71 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.07 (+2.5%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.50 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) - Year change: +$0.24...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.1%) - Year change: +$0.05 (+1.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.42 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.8%) - Year change: +$0.17...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.67 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.4%) - Year change: +$0.05 (+2.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.34 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.5%) - Year change: +$0.05...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.78 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.10 (+3.6%) - Year change: +$0.06 (+2.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.51 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.73 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.6%) - Year change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.50 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.5%) - Year change:...
Sports betting popularity by state In addition to taking on the risks of gambling, taxpayers must pay their regular income tax rate on net winnings. U.S. states collected $2.6 billion in taxes on sports betting in 2024, a 29% increase from the year before. Incentivized by this tax revenue, many states have been loosening their sports-betting laws, with more considering similar action. Online sports-betting platforms such as DraftKings and FanDuel have proliferated in response. The taxes on...
Before you buy: 5 key questions about OTC hearing aids For many adults, hearing challenges can make conversations, restaurants, or phone calls more difficult to follow. These difficulties often increase with age, as hearing loss becomes more common over time. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, around 5% of adults ages 45 to 54 experience disabling hearing loss, increasing to 10% among those 55 to 64. The prevalence continues to rise with age,...
Depression in retirement: Why it happens and what to do Retirement is often associated with feelings of joy, relaxation, and freedom, but research shows it can also be a challenging time emotionally. Many individuals who retire struggle with unexpected feelings of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness as they leave behind careers that provide structure, identity, and daily purpose. Recognizing this reality is crucial. LifeStance Health shares how people can proactively address potential emotional...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.69 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.08 (+2.9%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year change: +...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.72 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.5%) - Year change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.9%) - Year change:...
Employers brace for the largest health insurance increase in 15 years Offering healthcare benefits is essential in staying competitive. In 2025, 88% of employers consider them as very or extremely important. However, a significant health insurance cost increase is expected in 2026 and beyond, posing a challenge for employers and brokers alike. Employers may need to adjust their budgets without sacrificing the needs of their employees, and brokers need to propose a better cost-containment...
1 shopping tips to help you make the most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday The holidays can be a joyful time spent with loved ones. But if you’re worried about how far you’ll have to dig into your wallet while you celebrate, you’re not alone. Roughly half of Americans (54%) are “dreading” the holiday season as a result of their financial situation, according to a September survey of 2,000 Americans published by Talker Research and Current, a consumer fintech banking platform. Even more — 69...
Nostalgia sells: Inside the brands using throwbacks to win Gen Z and Millennial shoppers Nostalgia is everywhere. And while yearning for the past is nothing new, its ubiquity in modern marketing and commerce is fueled by digital platforms that make it easier than ever to revisit the imagery, music, and aesthetics of earlier decades—transforming memory into a shared, searchable experience. As of October 2025, TikTok’s #nostalgia hashtag included 16.9 million posts, with almost 100 billion views,...
How homeowners are solving the biggest holiday decorating headaches Every holiday season starts the same way. You pull the boxes out, untangle the lights, and drag the ladder from the garage. It’s cold, your hands hurt, and half the bulbs are out, but you keep going anyway because that’s what you do. After a dozen risky trips up and down the ladder, you step back, squint, and decide it looks good enough. It’s not just the time or safety risks that wear people down—it’s the fussiness of gettin...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
The hidden costs of business credit cards — and how to avoid them No-fee business credit cards often include perks for startup founders and small business owners. From double the points to airport lounge access, you can get benefits that make your credit card spending go further. However, a problem arises when you don’t read the fine print and encounter pesky hidden costs — fees you didn’t even know you had to worry about. The catch is that “no annual fee” doesn’t mean “no cost.” It simpl...
Need transportation to your medical appointments? It might be covered by your health insurance Unless you’re employed in the healthcare field, or you or a family member is enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or Medicaid health plan, you may be unfamiliar with non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT). Perhaps you’ve seen wheelchair vans on your local streets or know someone who gets rides to their medical appointments through their health insurance, but that’s about as far as your knowl...
