"My blissfully short venture as a newspaper IT guy" by: Mike Reddell

My computer started acting up Monday.     As far as I'm concerned, it acts up every day, but when the terminal screen turns black, shortly after sending an alien message, I know I'm in for fun.     That's not exactly what I was thinking.

"This year’s birthday provided a few new legal frustrations" by: Jessica Shepard

While my birthday was only two weeks ago, I’ve learned a few things since turning 36 that I hadn’t taken into account before.     In fact, the most alarming one actually woke me out of a dead sleep the day before my birthday.

"A great week to be an investor even if you are scared" by: John Sample

What a week!      The best week for equities in 2023.      The S&P 500 stock index fell below 4180, which was a support level and then it came roaring back       Some would say it was good earnings reports or that the Federal Reserve did not raise rates last week.

PSA: Do your investments match your goals?

As you go through life, you’ll have various financial goals - and to help achieve these goals, you may want to match them with appropriate types of accounts or investments.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ off-the-mark with PG-13 horror film rating" by: Jessica Shepard

If you’ve never heard of ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ – you’re not alone!     Apparently, it’s a videogame franchise that’s gained a sort of cult following since its debut in 2014.

"‘Proceed with caution’" by: Karen Restivo

First, let’s be thankful for getting our extra hour back last weekend.     Despite the thrill of having recovered our precious hour, let’s take note of a few circumstances that present themselves as we get acclimated.

"My never changing view of Halloween, time leap" by: Mike Reddell

As I write this the day before Halloween, I think back generations of Trick or Treating.    The best of Halloween for me was in Llano, where my dad owned the paper.    I think fondly of that time in the 50s when kids could roam a several-block area with other kids.

"Halloween cold front is historically, nostalgically ‘on brand’" by: Jessica Shepard

On one hand I was sort of digging the cooler weather that blew in last weekend, but come Monday afternoon I was over it already.    There’s several reasons why and honestly, the one that I can’t ignore most is in regards to my extra ankle hardware.

"Fear not the spooks of Halloween as it should get better soon" by: John Sample

Last week was no fun as the S&P 500 stock index dropped 2 1/2% moving through the support level just below 4200.    The next support level is 3900.    We have a range between 3600 and 4600 and it is not easy to predict which direction this market is headed.

PSA: What should you know about RMDs?

Over the decades, you might contribute to a traditional IRA and 401(k).    But when should you start taking money out of these retirement accounts?    You can withdraw funds when you retire, or even before.