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Rebates can make buying an electric vehicle more affordable

There’s no denying the popularity of EVs, and that figures to increase in the years to come. Drivers who have purchased their share of gas- powered vehicles in the past may not know what to expect when shopping for an EV, especially regarding price. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average price of an electric vehicle at the end of 2022 was $ 61,488. That figure might shock many drivers, especially considering that the average price for all passenger cars at the end of 2022 was below $ 50,000.

BIRTHDAYS

August 22

Ways to tame traffic-related stress

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The automotive group AAA estimates that nearly eight out of 10 drivers demonstrate aggressive driving behaviors. While data indicating the number of road rage cases per state is not available, The Trace’s study on road rage with a firearm found 522 people were shot in 2021 due to road rage, and that Texas, Florida and California have the most road rage incidents involving guns.

Back To School Meal-prep tips for a manageable back-to-school

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Class time, field trips and homework typically rule each day, which can make sitting down for a meal seem like a far-off dream. One easy way to save time is simplifying family recipes and prioritizing meal-planning.

When Should My Wife Claim Social Security?

Dear Rusty: My wife will be 65 next year, and her full retirement age is 66 years plus 10 months. Can she collect 50% of my Social Security benefit at her full retirement age and then get her own higher personal amount at age 70?

Ouachita Parish crash claims life of Simsboro woman

A two-vehicle crash on La. 837 near La. 151 in Calhoun has claimed of a Simsboro woman.

Honors handed out by VFW Post 3615

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Honors handed out by VFW Post 3615

Excessive heat, drought may lead to economic losses for Louisiana crops, cattle

Extreme heat and periods of drought this summer will likely lead to losses in several of Louisiana’s agricultural sectors.

Eagle Scout honored

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Eagle Scout honored

How to establish fitness goals for kids

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When established in childhood and adolescence, good habits like exercising regularly can set young people up for a long, healthy life. Perhaps in recognition of that, parents often look for ways to promote physical activity to their youngsters. Setting fitness goals is one way to help young people exercise more, and the following are a handful of strategies parents can try as they seek to promote a love of physical activity in their children.