Tag: Inflation

Poll: Americans concerned about bird flu effects on wallets over health

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By: Nadia Ramlagan, Public News Service |

West Virginians are more concerned about bird flu’s effect on grocery costs rather than health implications, and Republican voters are more likely to distrust Centers for Disease Control and Prevention information about the virus, according to a new poll from the health policy research and news organization KFF. Nearly nine in 10 adults across parties, race and

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Wholesale egg prices are going down. How soon will it affect your grocery bill?

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by: MinotVoice  |  

After months of soaring egg prices, there’s hope on the horizon for shoppers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports a steady drop in wholesale egg prices, thanks to a lull in bird flu outbreaks. While this price reduction may not be reflected immediately on store shelves, experts expect relief in the coming weeks. With fewer

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New data reveals how much it costs to live in different North Dakota counties

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by: MinotVoice  |  

If you’re curious about the cost of living in North Dakota, recent data from Job Service sheds light on the disparities across counties. McKenzie County takes the lead as the priciest, driven largely by its oil industry. In comparison, Ward County sits on the higher range. Understanding these figures is essential for both newcomers and

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U.S. egg prices are still skyrocketing. Here’s what’s behind the surge

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Egg prices are cracking records, and it’s no yolk. Wholesale prices in the Midwest soared to $5.57 per dozen, a staggering 150% jump from last year. This surge is driven by a rampant bird flu outbreak impacting laying hens, reducing the supply just as demand peaks for holiday baking. As shoppers stock up for festive

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Rural Americans Impacted More By Inflation

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

If you didn’t know what inflation meant a year ago, the odds are high that has changed. You don’t need to know the word to feel the burden of higher prices. And when the dollar loses value and everything costs more, rural places feel it more. That’s the opinion of one Colorado State economics professor

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