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Well, this old planet is spinning faster than usual. At least that’s what scientists say. They reported Earth recorded its shortest day on June 29 since records have been kept. What is to …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 8/19/22 |
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Should you own bonds when interest rates rise?
As you know, the stock market has attracted a lot of attention – and for good reason, as we’ve seen considerable volatility almost …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 8/19/22 |
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Dear Editor,
I’m writing today, two days after the August 8 FBI raid on President Donald J. Trump’s Mar-A-Lago estate and private home. I’m angry. Angry that “We the …
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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8/19/22
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Do you think the FBI raid on President Trump's private home was justified?
No, I don't think so.
-Aaron Harms
No. That is a move unparalleled in our nation's history.
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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8/10/22
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We’re turning into more a police state by the day. I’m talking about the raid on President Trump’s Florida home. He must be the most investigated individual on the planet, yet they …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 8/10/22 |
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What should you know about IRA rollovers?
If you’ve been contributing to an IRA, you’ve chosen a great way to save and invest for retirement. All IRAs have potential tax …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 8/10/22 |
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What are you most looking forward to at the Missouri State Fair?
Catching up with friends.
-Julie Brewster
Cheese on a stick. And of course, dip 'n dots!
-Kaitlin Beamer
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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8/3/22
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Another election has bitten the dust. Many thanks to those who volunteer and work the polls to keep our democracy humming along. And to all who cast their ballot. I remember some years ago a …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 8/3/22 |
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When can you choose retirement?
If you’re like most people, your work has been a central part of your life. So, wouldn’t it be nice to have the flexibility to decide when you no …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 8/3/22 |
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Dear Editor,
I have never written a letter to the Editor, however the letter from Barbara Fox in the July 7th issue of this paper deserves a rebuttal. The movie “2000 Mules” …
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8/3/22
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What race in the upcoming primary election are you most excited about?
Nothing excites me about this one.
-Amanda Smith
I'm following the 57th District race for State …
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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7/31/22
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Well, what’s going on in the news that’s exciting or disturbing? Dr. Fauci says he’ll retire at the end of President Biden’s first term. Many think he’s worried about …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 7/31/22 |
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Avoid these estate-planning mistakes
When many people hear the words “estate planning,” they assume it’s just for the wealthy. But that’s not the case because …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 7/31/22 |
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What is your favorite summertime treat?
S'mores!
-Johnny Eierman
Otter pops!
-Reggie Simons
Strawberries with sugar on them!
-Lathan Cobb II
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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7/20/22
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Remember when, not too long ago, a great many people were upset when we allowed a foreign country to buy some of our ports? Well, they’re going to be upset again. This time it’s the …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 7/20/22 |
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Strengthen your ‘three-legged stool’ for retirement
For many years, Americans provided for their retirement needs through three sources: employer-sponsored pension plans, Social …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 7/20/22 |
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What was your first summertime job?
Picking blackberries.
-Dana Butler
Ride operator at Worlds of Fun.
-Lisa Ainsworth
Server at Pizza Hut.
-Lisa Powell
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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7/13/22
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Arizona is in the spotlight over their Voter Identification Law. The Department of Justice is looking into it. How dare the State of Arizona ask people for identification to vote? If people actually …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 7/13/22 |
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Prepare yourself for a long retirement
We all want to live long lives. We all expect to live long lives. But are we financially prepared for this longevity?
Before we get to the …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 7/13/22 |
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If you could go anywhere on vacation right now, where would it be?
Gulf Shores, Alabama.
-Susan Boyer
Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
-Morgan Taylor
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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7/6/22
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President Biden’s economic advisor says we’re going to have to suffer high gas prices to protect the liberal word order. UBELIEVABLE! And there you have it. Americans should suffer so …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 7/6/22 |
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What to expect from a financial advisor
If you know how important it is to invest for your future, but you’re unsure of the road to follow, you may want to get some guidance and …
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Rickie Caswell, AAMS Financial Advisor
Edwards Jones | 7/6/22 |
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Greetings my Fellow Missourians,
Well it’s been a year and a half since I wrote a weekly report. Didn’t figure I’d ever write another one since I termed out of the …
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7/6/22
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What is your favorite firework?
I like smoke bombs.
-Domanic Masoner
I like the strobes..
-Megan Cooper
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Benton County Enterprise Staff
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7/1/22
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One of my great-great grandfathers was Thomas Benton White who grew up in Ohio and was a young Union solider in the Civil War. He was in high school when an Army recruiter came to talk to his class. …
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James Mahlon White
Publisher | 7/1/22 |
