Over the past three decades, New Hampshire Republicans have held trifecta power over the State House — or simultaneous control of the governor’s office, House, and Senate — for 11 years, including the past six. Democrats, meanwhile, have held trifecta power for just four years in that span.  And while Democrats had a decade-long run […] more

The Dispatch reports the Fed aims for a 2% inflation target to balance price stability and maximum employment, rooted in historical economic challenges and policies. more

PORTLAND — Enrollment in some graduate education and healthcare programs at Oregon’s public universities is expected to be down this fall, in part because students who might have enrolled face confusion and uncertainty over whether they can get the federal loans they need to attend, according to school leaders. The issue stems from new rules […] more

Wealth Enhancement reports that concentrated stock positions, while often a sign of success, carry significant risks such as volatility, tax exposure, and emotional ties.  more

Movingto reports that currency swings have reduced the dollar value of some investor-residency routes by up to $60,600, affecting costs significantly. more

Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s office says 52,000 children in West Virginia applied for the school clothing assistance program before funds ran out by Monday night. more

The Hechinger Report reports a looming labor shortage in the U.S., despite college graduates facing job fears. Key industries, like tech and healthcare, struggle to fill positions, signaling economic challenges ahead. more

Linktree reports digital business cards are modern alternatives to paper cards, sharing contact info via links or QR codes, making updates easy and efficient. more

BlackJet reports that last-minute private jet bookings lead to significant cost penalties, complicating budgets for corporate treasurers. more

“This is going to be a divisive issue at a time when we really need to all be together,” a Brattleboro Memorial Hospital leader said upon Tuesday’s withdrawal of a plan some called too costly. Read the story on VTDigger here: Brattleboro drops idea of tax hike meant to aid its hospital’s endangered birthing center. more