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Be transparent with your loved ones about financial priorities so you can set expectations and work toward your shared financial goals. PHOTO SOURCE: (c) g-stockstudio / iStock via Getty Images Plus
STATEPOINT - After a holiday season spent racking up credit card bills, many Americans consider making financial resolutions in the New Year. However, now is the perfect time to not only reevaluate your saving and spending, but also commit to creating a more holistic financial plan designed to...
Tax season doesn’t need to create headaches, fears, or anxieties. By gathering important tax documents in advance and understanding your filing and refund options, you can have confidence that you’ve maximized the value and timeliness of your tax return. Courtesy StatePoint
Research shows that if you’re dreading tax season, you’re not alone.
According to the Pew Research Center, 47% of Americans say they are bothered a lot by the complexity of the federal tax system. Other taxpayers stress over getting the details right. In a Credello survey, 22% of respondents say...
OLYMPIA – Washington’s new Clean Fuel Standard will begin cutting greenhouse gas emissions from transportation – the state’s largest source of carbon pollution.
Over the next 12 years, the new standard will reduce annual transportation emissions statewide by 20 percent, or about 4.3 million metric...
TUMWATER — A new state law taking effect Jan. 1 requires employers to include specific wage or salary details and a description of benefits when they post a job opportunity. To make sure businesses know exactly what’s required, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is...
OLYMPIA - In Washington state, the costs associated with flooding exceed all other natural hazards. In any given year, there is better than an 80% chance that 10 or more flood events will occur, and the frequency of floods will increase as the climate changes.
The Washington Legislature established...
The ongoing effect of winter snow and ice across much of Washington State is forcing the cancellation of mobile blood drives and closure of fixed collection sites in affected areas until conditions improve. Donors are encouraged to check with their local Red Cross office to see if their drive is...
OLYMPIA – Winter storms and extreme cold can cause dangerous and life-threatening conditions. Dangers include blinding wind-driven snow, extreme cold, icy road conditions, downed trees and power lines.
The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds everyone that taking preparedness actions...
Over the holidays, there is an increased number of holiday work events, family gatherings, and social functions. It is the time of the year to celebrate with family and friends. While it is a joyous time of year for most families, it can be challenging with stressful relationships, shopping,...
The holidays are often synonymous with family meals, get together with friends and coworkers and seasonal dishes. PHOTO SOURCE: (c) monkeybusinessimages / iStock via Getty Images Plus
STATEPOINT - December through March is typically peak influenza (flu) season, though this season is off to an earlier start, with high activity currently across the country. While common, flu is a potentially serious and highly contagious respiratory illness.
In time for holiday travel and...
The holidays are often synonymous with family meals, get together with friends and coworkers and seasonal dishes. PHOTO SOURCE: (c) monkeybusinessimages / iStock via Getty Images Plus
STATEPOINT - This holiday season, stretch your budget when shopping for gifts, including toys and stocking stuffers, as well as last-minute needs, meal prep and more!
Spend more time creating memories and less time preparing with a few tips from experts at Dollar General.
Joyful Gifts One of the...
Ward Media Newspapers
- The Leavenworth Echo | Leavenworth, WA
- Cashmere Valley Record | Cashmere WA
- Lake Chelan Mirror | Chelan, Manson, Entiat, WA
- Quad City Herald | Brewster, Pateros, Bridgeport, Mansfield, WA
- Wenatchee Business Journal | Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan Counties, WA