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property tax

Maine's Tax System: Time for a Change?

December 20, 2025

Maine is facing a big problem. Taxes are going up. Counties are asking for more money. But people are saying no to school budgets. This is not just a few small issues. It is a big problem with how Maine pays for things. Counties like Penobscot, Knox, York, and Washington are seeing big cost increas

finance

Tax Trouble: Why Idaho Homeowners Are Paying More

December 15, 2025

Taxes are climbing for homeowners in Nez Perce County, and the state government is the main reason. The county's budget is set to grow by 1. 62%. Schools and the city of Lewiston are also getting more money, with increases of 2. 8% and 5% respectively. But homeowners are facing much steeper hikes.

business

Green Bay's New Rule: Pay Up or Lose Your Business License

December 10, 2025

Green Bay is considering a new rule. It's about business licenses and permits. The city wants to stop giving them to people who owe property taxes. This is not new. Other cities in Wisconsin already do this. But Green Bay is different. Right now, someone can owe years of taxes and still get a licens

education

Highland Schools: Money Matters and New Faces

December 5, 2025

The Highland Local Schools Board of Education had a busy meeting on November 24. They talked about new laws that could change how schools get money. Four bills passed by the Ohio Senate might affect the school's budget. These bills deal with property taxes and how much money schools can get from the

finance

Ross's Budget Challenge: Tax Increase or More Cuts?

December 2, 2025

Ross is facing a tricky budget situation for 2026. Even after making some cuts, they're still looking at an 8% property tax hike. This isn't great news for residents. The finance director, Dan Berty, recently shared the latest budget updates with the commissioners. They found some areas to trim, bu

religion

Court Says Austin's Christian Science Spot Gets a Tax Break

November 27, 2025

A recent ruling by a Texas appeals court has kept a Christian Science reading room in Austin exempt from property taxes. The court decided that even though the ownership setup is a bit tangled, the place still gets the break because it's used for religious stuff. The judge, Darlene Byrne, explained

business

UK Retailers See Relief, But Is It Enough?

November 26, 2025

Retailers in the UK got a bit of good news recently. The government decided to lower taxes on many shops, hotels, and places where people go for fun. This was part of a big financial plan by the finance minister, Rachel Reeves. The change means over 750, 000 places will pay less tax. But there's a c

politics

Big Changes Coming to UK Benefits and Taxes

November 24, 2025

In a move that could impact many families, UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is expected to remove the limit on child benefits in her upcoming budget. This change, reported by several newspapers, would mean that families with more than two children would no longer face restrictions on the support th

opinion

Lewiston's Bond: A Smart Move for Everyone

November 3, 2025

Lewiston is asking for help again. This time, it's about fixing old pipes and roads. The city wants $22. 5 million to upgrade water, sewer, and storm water lines along Main Street. These lines are really old and can break easily. The city already has some money saved, but it's not enough. In May, a

politics

Milton's Money Maze: Schools in the Balance

April 28, 2025

Milton is a town with a mix of financial puzzles. It's not a poor place, but it's facing some serious money problems. The median home price is a million dollars, and the average family brings in nearly 180, 000 dollars a year. Yet, the town is struggling with a double dose of financial trouble. Ther