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Do degrees still matter? For decades, a college degree was the ticket into the professional world. Employers used it as an indication of intelligence, persistence, and competence. But that assumption no longer works. Skills — not schools — are becoming the new hiring currency in modern workplaces, including those leaning into AI, reports Upwork, an online marketplace for hiring skilled freelancers. Why degrees aren’t as important to employers anymore Employers are moving away from relying on de...
Children boarding yellow school bus with backpacks. Prostock-studio // Shutterstock Public schooling is best in these US cities When buying a home in a new city, many prospective homebuyers care about their new community as well as the quality of the home they're buying. For those with school-aged children, the quality of the school district is also a key factor in their purchasing decision. According to a 2025 National Association of Realtors survey, nearly 29% of buyers ages 26 to 34 and 34%...
Micro-retirements are on the rise. Here's what HR leaders need to know Why are some high-performing employees walking away from their jobs for weeks or even months at a time—voluntarily? The answer lies in the rise of "micro-retirements," a career break trend especially popular among Gen Z and millennial workers. An estimated 10% of U.S. workers plan to take a micro-retirement this year, according to SideHustles.com. Unlike traditional sabbaticals, which are often employer-sponsored, micro-retir...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham 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...
Gorodenkoff // 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...
Are inheritance advances taxable? The grieving process is always challenging. But for many families, the slow legal process of distributing an inheritance compounds emotional pain with financial uncertainty. When pressing needs for money arise long before the estate is settled, an inheritance advance can be a lifeline. If you are considering an inheritance advance, it’s important to understand the tax implications. This guide from Inheritance Funding explains inheritance advances and the f...
Who is checking your credit? More people than you realize When Jason Craine went into a local music store to rent violins for his twin boys, he wasn’t expecting anything out of the ordinary. What he got instead: a credit check. “I was caught off-guard,” says Craine, a financial advisor in Wichita, Kansas. “I understood why, but I just wasn’t expecting it.” Ultimately, he decided to buy the violins outright, and his boys are now making good progress in fifth-grade orchestra. But Craine is not alo...
Keep the heat on: Why your insurer cites negligence to deny frozen pipe claims The nightmare scenario for any homeowner during the bitter chill of winter isn’t a power outage; it’s coming home to a flood. That sudden, devastating rush of water from a burst pipe, frozen solid by the deep cold, can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, instantly soaking walls, flooring, and all your treasured possessions. Naturally, your first thought may be, “Thank goodness for homeowners insurance!” But...
How to choose the right financing for your business property Every growing business eventually faces the same question: Should we keep leasing, or buy our own space? Leasing offers flexibility and lowers upfront costs, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to preserve capital or avoid long-term commitments. But over time, those monthly payments add up, building someone else’s equity instead of your own. That’s why, for many business owners, buying the space they operate in become...
Football fantasy: Colleges add sports to bring men, but it doesn’t always work SALEM, Va. — On a hot and humid August morning in this southwestern Virginia town, football training camp is in full swing at Roanoke College. Players cheer as a receiver makes a leaping one-handed catch, and linemen sweat through blocking drills. Practice hums along like a well-oiled machine — yet this is the first day this team has practiced, ever. In fact, it’s the first day of practice for a Roanoke College...
When renters insurance steps in to cover stolen motorcycle gear For those who ride, a motorcycle is more than just transportation; it’s an extension of their spirit. Riders invest not just in the bike, but in the gear that keeps them safe and comfortable: the high-impact helmet, the abrasion-resistant jacket, the armored gloves, and the reinforced boots. This gear is essential, and often, it carries a hefty price tag. But what happens when that essential gear is suddenly gone? Not from a c...
Daniel Avram // 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 3. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.59 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Year change: -$0.18 (-6.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.26 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.8%) - Year...
Elen Nika // 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 3. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.64 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.0%) - Year change: -$0.21 (-7.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.53 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.9%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.5%) -...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 3. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.51 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.21 (-7.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.26 - Week change: +$0.07 (+2.2%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 3. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.61 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.21 (-7.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.37 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.0%) - Year change:...
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 3. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.68 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.3%) - Year change: -$0.10 (-3.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.39 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.4%) - Year change:...
jittawit21 // 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 3. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.61 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.6%) - Year change: -$0.19 (-6.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.29 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.6%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // 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 3. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.66 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.03 (+1.1%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.9%) - Year change: +$0.16 (+5.0%)...
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 3. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.65 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.40 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.8%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // 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 3. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.65 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.3%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.40 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.6%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // 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 3. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.59 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.3%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.27 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.9%) - Year change: +$0.01...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // 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 3. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.62 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.9%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.41 - Week change: +$0.06 (+1.9%) - Year change: +$0.19 (...
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 3. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.67 --- Alabama average: $2.65 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.0%) - Year change: -$0.12 (-4.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.45 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.4%) - Year change:...
Ocean container shipping spot rates rise $700–$900 due to US-China trade fight This past week, the U.S.-China trade fight moved decisively onto the water, Freight Right Global Logistics reports. On Oct. 14, Washington and Beijing both activated reciprocal port-entry fees that target each other’s shipping ecosystems, adding direct costs for carriers (with detailed carve-outs and five-voyage annual caps) and potential pass-through costs for cargo owners. At the same time, product-specific U.S...
Should you cover your central air conditioner in the winter? As fall descends upon us, we know winter's on its way. This time of year, there's no shortage of tasks for homeowners to check off their to-do lists to prep their houses for the coming cold. The amount of winterizing that's necessary will depend on the climate you live in, as well as the particulars of your home. One long-standing debate - and a remarkably divisive one, at that - is whether you should cover your HVAC unit in the...
