December 2020
Samirah Evans
VJC Presents a Virtual Big Band Swing Dance: An Evening With Samirah Evans & Eugene Uman All proceeds from the show benefit the Vermont Jazz Center Scholarship Fund. To donate or for more information: https://vtjazz.org/calendar/vjc-7-and-wanda-houston/ Join us for a virtual event featuring highlights from 2019’s VJC Big Band performance with vocalist Miles Griffith, and live performances…
Read More Samirah EvansWays Free Shipping Could Be Costing You More
Kelly Bryant Updated: Nov. 12, 2020 Free shipping isn’t always “free.” It’s time to get savvy about your online shopping. For starters, if you have to spend a certain amount to score complimentary delivery, you may already be in over your head. Sometimes a retailer will offer up free delivery in the form of ship-to-store, where…
Read More Ways Free Shipping Could Be Costing You More10 Things You Think Are Cheaper at Walmart—But Aren’t
Rachel Sokol Updated: Jun. 23, 2020 While Walmart is a bargain store in many regards (and some items are cheaper at Walmart than on Amazon), some items are not nearly the deal you may be expecting. Things in bulk Gift wrap Diapers, wipes, and other baby supplies Read more HERE.
Read More 10 Things You Think Are Cheaper at Walmart—But Aren’tNews from Philanthropy Today
A Newly Hot Approach on Loans Seeks to Close the Racial Wealth Gap By Marc Gunther Philanthropists and companies are pouring money and fresh ideas into community-development financial institutions. Read HERE. The philanthropy started by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, will pour $500 million into racial equity over the next five…
Read More News from Philanthropy Today28 Soul Food Recipes That Southerners Swear By (and Northerners Need to Try)
By: Taryn Pire| Dec. 1, 2020 [I can personally vouch for most of these. If you want yummy eating, and not too complicated, these recipes are the way to go.] You may know Jocelyn Delk Adams, food blogger and author of the award-winning Grandbaby Cakes: Modern Recipes, Vintage Charm, Soulful Memories, for her stunning desserts. But it turns out the baker extraordinaire…
Read More 28 Soul Food Recipes That Southerners Swear By (and Northerners Need to Try)Payday Lending
A Trump donor’s company got a 3 percent federal pandemic loan. It sells title loans at a 350 percent annual rate. Wellshire Financial Services got the money despite rules meant to prevent most lenders from qualifying for the Main Street program By Todd C. Frankel November 23, 2020 at 6:00 a.m. EST A company owned by a…
Read More Payday LendingEmotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Outbreak
People that are feeling emotional distress related to COVID-19 can take actions to help support themselves and others. Set a limit on media consumption, including social media, local or national news. Stay active. Make sure to get enough sleep and rest. Stay hydrated and avoid excessive amounts of caffeine or alcohol. Eat healthy foods when…
Read More Emotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 OutbreakI’m a Telemarketer—Here’s How to Get Rid of Me
Erica Elson Updated: Jul. 02, 2020 Say the magic words The most efficient way to get me to stop calling you requires that you say one sentence: “Please put me on your do-not-call list.” If I ask why, be polite—but firm—and repeat, “I want you to put me on your do-not-call list.” But first, here’s the truth…
Read More I’m a Telemarketer—Here’s How to Get Rid of MeRinging the Alarm
From TheSkimm: America’s top US intel official has issued a warning: China is our No. 1 threat. Give me the briefing. In an unusual move, Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe outlined Beijing’s threat to America in an opinion piece published by the Wall Street Journal. Ratcliffe sees more intel than anyone else in the US gov. He lives it…
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