How households are managing rising monthly expenses in today’s economy
From reducing discretionary spending to exploring debt consolidation options, households are adapting to a more expensive economy.
From reducing discretionary spending to exploring debt consolidation options, households are adapting to a more expensive economy.
In 2026, the Augusta County Board of Supervisors is dealing with decisions that directly affect daily life, and there are not easy answers.
Power companies like SVEC have several line items on your bill. The bill breaks down with separate line items: Energy, PCA, Demand and Taxes.
Since Donald Trump reassumed the presidency, rank-and-file Democrats have been busy criticizing, for good reason, Trump’s unhinged exercise of power.

Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger detailed her plans to make utility bills more affordable, as the cost of electricity continues to rise.
The Virginia League of Conservation Voters is targeting nine MAGA incumbents for their votes against legislative efforts to cut energy costs and secure an affordable, clean energy transition.
Any company that would want to build an energy-hogging, environment-clogging hyperscale data center in Augusta County can do so right now by right on property zoned industrial without needing county approval.
President Donald Trump’s rescissions bill includes up to $125 million in cuts for the Clean Technology Fund at the Climate Investment Funds.
As much as others might like to assume, you’re not running a charity. As a landlord and real estate investor, you’re running a business. And while being a landlord comes with its fair share of headaches, one of the most frustrating mistakes you can make is leaving money on the table. If you’re charging less…
Republicans are hell bent on rolling back key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act as part of their proposed budget bill.
Local news is in “serious jeopardy,” according to experts. Pitch in and help AFP continue to deliver news to the Valley, Virginia and beyond.