Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7% boost in their benefits in 2023.
That’s a historic increase and welcome news for American retirees and others — but it’s tempered by the fact that it’s fueled by record high inflation that’s raised the cost of everyday living.
The average recipient will receive more than $140 a month extra beginning in January. The cost-of living adjustment is meant to help cover the higher cost of food, fuel and other goods and services.
There are over 138,000 recipients in North Dakota and 1.07 million in Minnesota.
New GF bar and deer hunt
The Grand Forks council will consider a liquor license for a new north side bar when they meet as a Committee of the Whole Monday night. RG Investments is looking to locate in the old La Cantina site at 1730 13th Avenue North. According to a staff ...
Apr 22, 2024
Man arrested south of Thompson for suspicion of terrorizing
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Bennigan's in Mandan settles after violating ADA
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Fridley used car merchant sued by Minnesota Attorney General
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Apr 23, 2024