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  • How long does it take to build business credit?

    Stacker, Erica Dorfman for Brex|Apr 1, 2025

    For founders, entrepreneurs, and other business owners, access to capital often determines the difference between thriving and merely surviving. While personal credit scores may help launch a venture, establishing business credit creates financial flexibility, reduces personal liability, and unlocks growth opportunities that remain inaccessible to companies without established credit histories. Yet many business owners find themselves asking a critical question: How long does it take to build...

  • What it takes to be middle class in America

    Stacker, Jaclyn DeJohn, CFP for SmartAsset|Apr 1, 2025

    For middle-class Americans, the dream has long been a life of reasonable comfort—a stable home, the ability to save enough money to retire, and enough left over for periodic splurges like family vacations, updated cars, or home improvements. But with living costs surging over the past few years, that dream is getting pricier. The latest data shows that the income needed to maintain a middle-class status has climbed, reflecting both inflation and shifting wages across the U.S. Using Pew R...

  • The financial cost of autism management: Navigating expenses and resources

    Stacker, Liz Talago for Rula|Apr 1, 2025

    The high cost of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) care can be a significant barrier for people and families who need support. According to recent data, these services average $6,567 (0–5 years), $9,053 (age 6–17 years), and $13,580 (18+ years) per year and can increase further for individuals with co-occurring conditions or other health needs. While all 50 U.S. states have laws requiring private insurers to cover some level of autism-related care, coverage details vary, and out-of-pocket cos...

  • Governor orders flags lowered to half staff to honor Pope Francis

    Governor's Press Office|Apr 1, 2025

    April 21, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - In accordance with the Presidential proclamation, Governor Ivey has authorized flags be flown at half-staff effective immediately on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama until the day of interment of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Argentina of Italian immigrant parents, Pope Francis was the first head of the Catholic Church from the Americas. He...

  • The workforce AI gap no one's talking about-but every frontline worker feels

    Stacker, Sheila Stafford for TeamSense|Apr 1, 2025

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries at an unprecedented pace, especially in the hard-hit manufacturing space. From supply chain automation to predictive maintenance, manufacturing is experiencing a surge in efficiency-driven innovation. However, there's a critical area where AI has barely made an impact: the daily work experience of frontline employees, who comprise an estimated 70% of the U.S. workforce. Despite being the backbone of manufacturing and logistics,...

  • Children's of Alabama Grand Prix is this weekend

    Brandon Moseley|Apr 1, 2025

    The Indy Racing League will be in Alabama on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at the Barber Motorsports Park near Leeds in Jefferson County. This three-day event draws Indy racing league fans from across Alabama and beyond. The race itself will begin at 12 noon on Sunday. The race will be televised on NBC. 27 cars are expected to be in the field on Sunday. The teams were in Long Beach California last weekend. Motorsports has a long storied tradition in...