Tag: money
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Roots and Renewal: Why Kingsport Needs Both Locals and Newcomers
In retirement, I’ve spent a lot of time working on the landscaping around my 55-year-old house. The house sits beneath towering oaks that were there long before the first footing was poured. They give the place shade, structure, and character. The foundation plantings came later, when the house was built. Over time, some of them…
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Why Tennessee—and Kingsport—Make Saving Money Possible
Bankrate’s new 2025 study on the best and worst states for saving money confirms what many of us already sense: where you live can make or break your ability to build a cushion. Tennessee ranked #1 in the nation, thanks to low taxes and a cost of living that still beats the national average. That…
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