The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
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How credit card limits work, and why they’re risky Getting approved for a higher credit card limit is exciting. When you’re given access to a high spending limit, it’s tempting to take advantage of that access. If your creditor thinks you can handle it, why not use the fund you’ve been cleared to access? Unfortunately, just because you can spend more, doesn’t mean you should. In fact, that mentality could be keeping you stuck in debt. Accredited Debt Relief breaks down how credit card limits ar...
The hidden cost of your commute: Why new builds closer in may be more affordable than resale homes If you are choosing between a cheaper resale home that is farther out of the city and a pricier new-construction home closer to work and other amenities, which option is more affordable? Spoiler alert: The lower sticker price isn’t always the least expensive over time. While house hunters often dial in on list price and mortgage rates to determine a potential home’s affordability, those costs are o...
The states aging fastest and what it means for communities Across the United States, the population is getting older, but not at the same pace everywhere. While every state is experiencing some degree of demographic aging, recent data shows that growth among older adults is happening especially quickly in certain parts of the country. In those places, the shift is already influencing everyday aspects of community life, from housing availability to transportation needs and local services. QMedic...
The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) will hold its first meeting of 2026 on Saturday, February 28. The meeting will take place at the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, Richard Beard Auditorium, 1445 Federal Dr., in Montgomery, Alabama. Registration for those wishing to address the board will be from 8-8:30 a.m. The meeting will begin promptly at 9 a.m. Attendees with printed information they wish to share with CAB members should bring 16 copies of the material for...
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala., Jan. 28 - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Republican Patrick Johnson for House District 8 in Morgan County. The Republican Primary Election is May 19. "Patrick grew up on a farm and is a small business owner who knows the needs of both business and agriculture," said Mike Reeves, president of the Morgan County Farmers Federation. "He will carry that experience and knowledge to Montgomery to represent us in the Legislature." Johnson graduated...
6 Super Bowl trivia questions and answers for your 2026 Super Bowl party Hosting friends for a Super Bowl party? Super Bowl trivia is an easy way to get everyone locked in before kickoff — and figure out who actually knows ball. From iconic plays and dynasties to halftime shows and commercials, PrizePicks shares these 60 Super Bowl trivia questions, which cover the full history of the NFL’s biggest game. Looking back at historical stats — like passing yards, touchdowns, or memorable perfo...
The state of home insurance in 2026: Increasing rates, climate change, and consumer frustration Rate increases over the past few years have been hitting homeowners hard, thanks to increasingly volatile weather, inflation, and other factors. 2026 should see stabilization in the home insurance market, but, depending on where you live, you probably shouldn’t count on seeing lower rates on your renewal. The Consumer Federation of America’s April 2025 report, Overburdened, found that U.S. hom...
