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Heightened Security and Tensions at Pride Festival in Franklin, Tennessee As the city of Franklin, Tennessee held its local Pride festival, security measures were heightened to ensure the safety of attendees. This comes as right-wing activists across the country have targeted Pride celebrations, claiming they pose a threat to children. Pride…

Increasing cost of living challenges for Baby Boomers As more Baby Boomers (1946-1964) retire every year, the cost of living continues to rise across the United States. This makes certain states more comfortable for seniors who have private retirement savings accounts (i.e., 401(k), Roth IRA, etc.) or public pensions, compared to those solely…

Washington DC's rainfall deficit finally easing off Washington DC is finally getting some much-needed rainfall, as light showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the week. This marks a positive shift for the region, which has been experiencing drought conditions for an extended period. A showery morning and rainy afternoon are predicted…

fizkes / iStock.com Building a nest egg can be daunting, even with a modest goal like $500,000 in savings. However, the good news is that with smart saving and compounding interest, you could be closer than you realize. In fact, maxing out your 401(k) plan and putting away as much of your salary as you can each pay period are critical…