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Consumer Reports releases first-ever top 10 used car picks
Read full article: Consumer Reports releases first-ever top 10 used car picksLooking for a new car can be daunting and sometimes expensive, but Consumer Reports said it doesn’t have to make you break the bank. Instead, it recommends buying a used car.
Montgomery County residents not happy about proposed real estate tax increase
Read full article: Montgomery County residents not happy about proposed real estate tax increaseThe Montgomery County Board of Supervisors will vote on the “proposed budget” Monday. People are upset there because of the potential increase in real estate tax.
Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to help
Read full article: Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to helpIt’s mentally healthy to treat yourself and eat out every so often, but what are ways you can do so without crossing that line to financial troubles?
These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
Insurance fraud is down in the Commonwealth
Read full article: Insurance fraud is down in the CommonwealthMore than $1 million of fake insurance claims were collected in Virginia last year, according to Virginia State Police’s Insurance Fraud Program 2023 Annual Report. While this seems like a lot, police said this is an 80% decrease from 2022.
A decade of igniting entrepreneurship, Gauntlet business competition begins 10th year
Read full article: A decade of igniting entrepreneurship, Gauntlet business competition begins 10th yearApplications are now being accepted for the 10th annual Gauntlet business program and competition. Over the past decade, the program has built a network of more than 1000 Gauntlet Alumni/entrepreneurs, 300 industry experts who serve as mentors and has provided entrepreneurs and communities with over $7 million in resources to advance business development and innovation.
Community schools work to boost student performance by meeting their non-academic needs
Read full article: Community schools work to boost student performance by meeting their non-academic needsNumerade explored the growth of community schools with NCES data and the connection between access to social services and academic performance.
How long it takes to get 6 different health care degrees—and how much they pay
Read full article: How long it takes to get 6 different health care degrees—and how much they payVivian Health compiled information on six health care educational programs, including their duration and potential earnings for graduates using BLS data.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyond
Read full article: 5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyondEach year retail stores hire more workers than usual to make sure they can accommodate all the extra people and demand for goods, although one group that can overlooked is those with disabilities.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!
Read full article: Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!The world loves to wear sports jerseys, as evidenced by Statista reporting that more than $65 billion in jerseys, sweatshirts and pullovers is expecting to be sold in 2023.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Most Virginians cannot afford childcare, according to Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission
Read full article: Most Virginians cannot afford childcare, according to Joint Legislative Audit and Review CommissionChildcare is not affordable to most Virginians, according to information presented during the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission’s meeting on Monday
Consumer Reports | How to save on manufactured home, tiny home insurance
Read full article: Consumer Reports | How to save on manufactured home, tiny home insuranceThere’s no doubt manufactured and tiny homes are significantly cheaper than traditional homes, but there’s often a surprise after the purchase: insurance can cost twice as much. 10 News is working for you to reveal ways to get a lower premium.
Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?
Read full article: Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?During a presentation of the car, Alef Aeronautics CEO Jim Dukhovny said the car has eight propeller motors and can both drive on the street, and take off and fly vertically over traffic.
Leaders raising money on jet skis for higher education
Read full article: Leaders raising money on jet skis for higher educationNew River Valley leaders are raising money to help continue students higher education it's part of the American Jet Sport Assocation Races taking place this weekend at Claytor Lake.
Student loan interest to resume, inching closer to end of loan payment pause
Read full article: Student loan interest to resume, inching closer to end of loan payment pauseAfter a three-year pause on federal student loan payments, Friday will mark the first significant step toward restarting the process: borrowers will once again see interest accrue on their loan balances.
Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to Europe
Read full article: Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to EuropeStarting in 2024, travelers who have previously come to the continent without a visa will need an additional authorization document that is linked to a passport.
Stamp increases from the USPS by the numbers
Read full article: Stamp increases from the USPS by the numbersIt is the third time in a year that the price has gone up and also represents the 17th time since 2001 that the price of stamps has changed. In all but one of those 17 instances, the price went up.
Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortage
Read full article: Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortageThe average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
5 tips to negotiating salary for first job out of college
Read full article: 5 tips to negotiating salary for first job out of collegeWhile many graduates to obtain employment right after college, one expert said there are certain negotiating tactics that can be used to maximize the salary of their first job.
Roanoke City Council approves ‘historic’ $335 million budget with significant funding for schools, public safety
Read full article: Roanoke City Council approves ‘historic’ $335 million budget with significant funding for schools, public safetyRoanoke's budget has set aside a historical amount of funds for Roanoke City Schools.
Here’s why you need an emergency fund | Consumer Reports
Read full article: Here’s why you need an emergency fund | Consumer ReportsFrom inflation to unemployment, to worries about being unable to work because of an illness, having an emergency fund can help smooth out life’s financial hits ... this is why starting one may not be as hard as you think.
Montgomery County leaders hold public hearing for real estate tax increase
Read full article: Montgomery County leaders hold public hearing for real estate tax increaseMontgomery County leaders want to hear from the public about how money is spent, and the board of supervisors is holding a public hearing.
Roanoke receives part of $21 million grant to improve safety along Williamson Road
Read full article: Roanoke receives part of $21 million grant to improve safety along Williamson RoadThe City of Roanoke was awarded a grant from the U.S. Dept. of Transportation to improve safety along Williamson Road.
New initiative unveiled for aspiring mechanics to help with industry-wide shortage
Read full article: New initiative unveiled for aspiring mechanics to help with industry-wide shortageThe effort hopes to help low-income students obtain a two-year certification program in Arizona, Georgia, Illinois and Texas.
Montgomery County board members approve cigarette tax
Read full article: Montgomery County board members approve cigarette taxIn a 4-3 vote, the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors approved a measure allowing the county to collect 40 cents on cigarettes sold in “unincorporated areas” outside the towns.
Montgomery County Board of Supervisor Sherri Blevins chats about tax reassessment
Read full article: Montgomery County Board of Supervisor Sherri Blevins chats about tax reassessmentBoard of Supervisor member in Montgomery County Sherri Blevins sits down with WSLS 10 to talk about why notices were high, and what you can do about it.
Morning Tips to get out of holiday debt
Read full article: Morning Tips to get out of holiday debtAs an adult, debt can seem like an unavoidable part of life. It affects your credit scores and personal finances. If you can only afford the minimum monthly payment, having too much debt can be a slippery slope.
Salem woman uses credit union funds for personal purchases, faces federal charges, DOJ says
Read full article: Salem woman uses credit union funds for personal purchases, faces federal charges, DOJ saysThe former CEO of the FedStar Federal Credit Union pled guilty to charges after she used credit union funds for personal purchases from 2018 to 2020, according to the United States Department of Justice.
Is there buried treasure in the Netherlands from World War II? People are trying to find out
Read full article: Is there buried treasure in the Netherlands from World War II? People are trying to find outOn Jan. 3, the Dutch National Archive made public an old map believed to mark a spot where millions of dollars worth of treasure were hidden by German soldiers during World War II.
5 ways to support Small Business Saturday
Read full article: 5 ways to support Small Business SaturdayIt all comes at you so quickly: One minute, you’re making grocery lists and setting the menu for Thanksgiving, and then, in the blink of an eye, the holiday has arrived, only to be followed by Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday -- and then your tree goes up and Christmas morning is here.
More than $1 million awarded to the New River Valley Water Trail
Read full article: More than $1 million awarded to the New River Valley Water TrailThe Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a grant of more than $1 million to fund a New River Valley project on Monday, according to a news release.
More than $4 million in federal funds to Southwest Virginia
Read full article: More than $4 million in federal funds to Southwest VirginiaVirginia Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced more than $4 million in federal funding are going to projects in Southwest Virginia on Monday, according to a news release.
Are you an Appalachian Power customer? Your next bill could be $30 more
Read full article: Are you an Appalachian Power customer? Your next bill could be $30 moreYour next Appalachian Power bill will likely be higher than it was this time last year or even last month. For the second time, the local utility company has introduced a second rate hike citing inflation as the reason.
‘It’s really heartbreaking:’ Donation jar stolen from Roanoke Valley SPCA
Read full article: ‘It’s really heartbreaking:’ Donation jar stolen from Roanoke Valley SPCAA man is accused of stealing money from the Roanoke Valley SPCA after video surveillance shows him stealing the facilities donation jar.
Economic experts weigh in on the effects of Biden’s student loan relief plan
Read full article: Economic experts weigh in on the effects of Biden’s student loan relief planQuestions keep piling up two days after President Biden announced his student loan relief plan. But Roanoke College economic professor Michael Enz said that it’s still too early to pinpoint the exact effects.
Four Virginia Mega Millions tickets win $10,000, jackpot expected to grow to $1.025 billion
Read full article: Four Virginia Mega Millions tickets win $10,000, jackpot expected to grow to $1.025 billionVirginians were itching to have their numbers drawn for the Mega Millions jackpot yesterday, and while no one in the entire country matched all of the winning numbers, there were plenty of people that won prizes. And since no one matched all of the numbers, the jackpot will continue to grow.
Highest inflation rate in over 40 decades impacts everything from groceries to housing
Read full article: Highest inflation rate in over 40 decades impacts everything from groceries to housingPrices are going up for clothing, housing, and utilities too, but it could be an opportunity to reevaluate what’s important when it comes to purchases.
Impact of inflation could force Salvation Army of Lynchburg to cut programs
Read full article: Impact of inflation could force Salvation Army of Lynchburg to cut programsThe Salvation Army of Lynchburg is usually there to support residents in need -- but now the organization is the one pleading for your support.