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Whether you live in the Appalachian Mountains, the Piedmont Plateau, or the Tidewater area of North Carolina, there's no escaping local property taxes. Under North Carolina Gen. Stat. § 105-289, individual counties in North Carolina have the power to manage and collect those taxes. Of course, like any homeowner, you want to make sure that you are not overpaying. Fortunately, there might be ways to lower your property tax burden,

Nationwide - Beyond the Gates is making history as the first Black soap opera in 35 years, set to debut on CBS on February 24. The show marks a major milestone in daytime TV, following the end of Generations in 1991. The new series' first teaser was dropped on December 16, according to People. Set in a luxurious gated community just outside Washington, D.C., the drama focuses on the Dupree

Yahoo Finance-Saving for retirement will get a modest boost in 2025 thanks to higher contribution limits and the phase-in of provisions stemming from the Secure 2.0 Act, which became law at the end of 2023. For retirees, there are also changes for Social Security and Medicare worth noting. Here's a roundup of some of the key retirement-related changes to watch for in the new year. Higher saver contribution limits Employer-sponsored

By Mae Anderson Insurance Journal For small businesses, the biggest change in the new year will be the arrival of a presumably more business-friendly administration in Washington. But there are other shifts owners should keep on their radar. Among them: changes to state-level overtime and minimum wage rules, the delayed federal FinCEN registration, taxes on payments from third-party providers like Venmo and PayPal, and anything that might affect inflation, including

FTC-When you buy a franchise, you may be able to sell goods and services that have instant name recognition, and get training and support that can help you succeed. But purchasing a franchise is like any other investment: there's no guarantee of success. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation's consumer protection agency, has prepared this Guide to help you decide if a franchise is right for you. It suggests ways

NC Newsline - North Carolina reached significant milestones in health, with more people gaining insurance and some on track to have their medical debts forgiven.  Gov. Roy Cooper announced this month that more than 600,000 people had enrolled in expanded Medicaid. The state has been enrolling people in expanded Medicaid for a little more than a year and the pace of sign-ups is twice as fast as expected.  Cooper fought

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The film industry has long been known for its glamour, but it is also a world where your connections often matter more than your skills. However, a North Carolina-based organization, the Film Partnership of North Carolina (FPNC), is working to break this mold and open up opportunities for a more diverse range of voices and talent in the industry. Founded in Wilmington in 2021 by

By: Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer As we step into 2025, our attention, clicks, and engagement are invaluable to the establishment. But who is really and truly worth our incalculable attention? These five dynamic individuals and organizations are poised to make significant strides in their respective fields, leaving a lasting impact on business, media, and our community. From entrepreneurial giants to innovative media platforms, these folks and their platforms represent the

By Claudia Sutherland Contributor The Haitian Revolution has often been described as the largest and most successful slave rebellion in the Western Hemisphere. Enslaved people initiated the rebellion in 1791 and by 1803 they had succeeded in ending not just slavery but French control over the colony. The Haitian Revolution, however, was much more complex, consisting of several revolutions going on simultaneously. These revolutions were influenced by the French Revolution

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Dr. Joy Allen’s journey from clinical research executive to firearms trainer and community advocate is defined by a passion for empowerment and a commitment to creating safe spaces for women in the world of firearms education.  Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Allen founded InHER Piece, a pioneering business that offers inclusive and accessible firearms training, personal protection education, and community-building opportunities for women from all