Podcasts about Sales tax

Today from SDPB - counties can establish a half-cent sales tax to lower property taxes, a judge is halting enforcement on a state law banning the advertisement of abortion pills and more.

Ryan and Dana discuss Florida's month-long Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, what shoppers can buy tax-free, and how families can save on school supplies, clothing, learning aids, and eligible computers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rhythm of being an independent journalist who strives to cover a lot of ground sometimes is affected by alternate beats. The last two Saturdays have not been favorable to produce a new audio edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement so archive editions went out. But now it is time for the July 18, 2026 edition. I'm Sean Tubbs. This week's return to the usual studio means more ability to focus so there are stories from all six localities on the same topic. Then there are some two stories from the week before I am only just getting around to completing.This work is made possible by paid subscribers and the ratio is just below one in five at the moment. I'm grateful for those with means to support the time and research that goes into this public service.In this edition:* Fluvanna Supervisors are the first in the region to initiate a process for a ballot question(read the story)* Louisa County Supervisors pull sales tax referendum resolution from agenda (read the story)* Greene Supervisors support sales tax referendum requested by Greene School Board (read the story)* Nelson Supervisors also vote to proceed with the referendum for school construction (read the story)* Albemarle County Supervisors vote to move forward and this story won't be printed until Monday so hear it here first!* Charlottesville City Council discusses the finer points of how to use revenue from a sales tax increase to finance school construction (read the story)* Albemarle Supervisors make brief announcements on Biscuit Run Trail, drought watch, and federal housing bill (read the story)* Albemarle and Charlottesville transportation planners identify next locations for further study (read the story)* Charlottesville City Council reviews process for funding nonprofit agencies (read the story)New here? 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Guest Host: John Gerardi GV Wire reports that Fresno city leaders are exploring a possible city sales tax measure for the November ballot following the likely delay of the countywide Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation initiative. With Measure C set to expire in 2027, some council members are considering a local funding solution that could help maintain revenue for city priorities if a countywide replacement remains stalled. The House of Representatives voted to approve the Sunshine Protection Act, a bill that would end the twice-yearly clock changes and make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent nationwide, moving a long-running debate one step closer to resolution. The bill passed with bipartisan support and now heads to the Senate. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Host: John Gerardi GV Wire reports that Fresno city leaders are exploring a possible city sales tax measure for the November ballot following the likely delay of the countywide Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation initiative. With Measure C set to expire in 2027, some council members are considering a local funding solution that could help maintain revenue for city priorities if a countywide replacement remains stalled. The House of Representatives voted to approve the Sunshine Protection Act, a bill that would end the twice-yearly clock changes and make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent nationwide, moving a long-running debate one step closer to resolution. The bill passed with bipartisan support and now heads to the Senate. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're selling an AI app, AI agent, chatbot, or any other AI-powered software, there's a good chance you'll need to charge sales tax, VAT, or GST somewhere. That's because...

Colorado is seeking public input as the San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging steps down, while Mancos considers a sales tax increase for streets and broadband.

Is Kotax planning to introduce a sales tax to offset ‘tax reform' to attract biz back to OR? https://capitalpress.com/2026/07/14/kotek-oregon-revenue-neutral-tax-reform-possible/Blazers want a blank check: https://oregoncatalyst.com/98051-blazers-bailout-disclosing-remodel-plans.htmlNBA commish basically says Blazers moving: https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/07/14/nba-commissioner-says-blazers-arena-deal-seems-to-have-gone-off-track/ US House passes permanent daylight savings time, but Sen Cotton of Ark is blocking. Call him 202-224-2353https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2026/07/14/congress/house-votes-for-daylight-saving-time-00997817Finish the job Mr. President and then go home: https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/us-launches-new-round-of-iran-strikes-targeting-tehrans-ability-to-threaten-hormuz-shipping-6062058?ea_src=frontpage&ea_med=section-1 

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced that cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts would be sent [post_excerpt].3 billion in local sales-tax allocations for June, 7.4 percent more than in June 2025. These allocations are based on sales made in April by businesses that report tax monthly. Receipts for local entities collecting sales-tax revenues include: Article Link

Missourians will be deciding on a lot of high-stakes ballot initiatives on Aug. 4. Some of them are attracting passionate debate – and spurring high-dollar ad campaigns. That's not what's happening with Amendment 1. Thus far, there's no organized opposition for the reauthorization of a one-tenth of one percent sales tax that funds soil and water conservation projects and Missouri's state parks. Missouri Parks Association executive director Kendra Varns Wallis joins the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air to make the case to pass Amendment 1.

The city of Richmond wants to raise the sales tax to raise money for schools and education. You could vote on it as soon as November.

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock said state sales tax revenue totaled .2 billion in June, 4.2 percent more than in June 2025. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the agency in June. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in June 2026 was up 6.9 percent compared with the same period a year ago. Sales tax is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 58 percent of all tax collections. Texas collected the following revenue from other major taxes: •Motor vehicle sales... Article Link

Virginia's new budget gives all but nine cities and counties the ability to hold referendums on sales taxes for school construction and renovation.

In this episode of the Winning With Shopify Podcast, Nick Trueman sits down with Ryan from TaxCloud to discuss one of the most overlooked challenges facing growing Shopify brands.As stores scale, operational tasks can become increasingly complex. Ryan explains how successful eCommerce businesses use automation to reduce administrative work, stay organized, and focus on growth. The conversation covers Shopify growth strategies, subscription businesses, multi-channel selling, operational efficiency, and why planning early can help businesses scale more effectively.Whether you're launching your first Shopify store or managing a rapidly growing eCommerce brand, this episode offers valuable insights into building systems that support long-term growth.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:35 How TaxCloud Became the #1 Tax App in the Shopify App Store2:29 The Costly Mistakes Growing Shopify Brands Make With Sales Tax4:39 Filing Frequency, Nexus & Why It Gets More Complex as You Scale6:23 The $40,000 Cable Bullet Case Study8:08 Shopify Tax vs Stripe Tax: What They Do & What They Don't10:13 When Should Shopify Brands Start Thinking About Sales Tax?12:04 Sales Tax for Subscription Businesses: What You Need to Know16:29 Almond Cow Case Study: 70% Less Time Spent on Tax19:10 OutroEXCLUSIVE WWS OFFERSGet a short, tactical session with insights on things like tax reconciliation, returns, compliance, and more all led by experts from the tools top brands rely on. Sign up now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://taxcloud.com/summer/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Winning With Shopify listenersget 20% off the first three months of Seguno Email Marketing with code WWS20: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.seguno.com/winning-with-s... Check out Yoast and get 15% offALL monthly Shopify purchases for the first 6 months using code WWS15! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://yoast.com/winningwithshopify-... Join the bootcamp and elevateyour inventory game: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://info.brightpearl.com/winning-... Follow us on socials:   / winningwithshopifypodcast     / winningwithshopify      / @winningwithshopify   Join our newsletter: https://wwspodcast.com/Proudly powered by https://spec.digital, a world class SEO Agency and PPC AgencyBecome a sponsor: https://wwspodcast.com/pages/sponsorship

Welcome back to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In today's episode, Ben sits down with Rohit Bhadange, co-founder and CEO of Zamp—the operating system for sales tax compliance that's bringing much-needed visibility and automation to a traditionally complex space. From his roots in investment banking and private equity to launching Zamp in 2022, Rohit Bhadange shares how his team is reshaping compliance for the entire digital economy, serving everyone from early-stage SaaS founders to enterprises approaching $500 million in revenue. Learn how Zamp leverages AI and data transparency to drive operational leverage and win trust from both customers and accounting partners, resulting in rapid fundraising traction and a business growing 5–6x since their Series A. We'll discuss Zamp's approach to pricing, global expansion, customer acquisition strategies, and hear Rohit Bhadange's insight on SaaS growth metrics, operating leverage, and what sets a modern compliance platform apart. Whether you're a SaaS founder, CFO, or just fascinated by the evolving intersection of AI and finance, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways. Show Notes: 00:00 Targeting mid-sized enterprise customers 03:20 Expanding international market reach 09:26 Building in Stealth Mode 11:03 Choosing the Right Investors 14:01 Improving AI with Transparent Workflows 17:48 Outcome-based pricing strategy 21:27 Growth and efficiency improvements 23:30 Where to find Rohit online Links: SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/zamp-bags-30m-in-total-funding Rohit Bhandage's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohitbhadange/ Zamp's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zamptax/ Zamp's Website: https://zamp.com/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below: Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray

The Montezuma County commissioners this week said no to both a sales-tax question and a proactive emergency declaration.

WDAY First News anchors Scott Engen, Lisa Budeau and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Wednesday, June 10. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Hello and welcome to the latest edition of Seattle Nice, which takes up Mayor Katie Wilson's proposal to double the current transit sales tax. It's a familiar Seattle policy dilemma: how do we pay for the reliable public transit we need without relying on regressive taxes?  Next, we examine the newly passed Housing Opportunities Package (HOP). It's a massive set of zoning changes and regulatory shifts aimed at kickstarting residential construction across the city. Is the unanimous vote a good sign for the upcoming, high-stakes battle over Seattle's Comprehensive Plan?  Finally, we're opening the mailbag to field your questions and comments. If you've got a take on transit, thoughts on housing, or just want to tell us we're getting it wrong, write in at realseattlenice@gmail.com.  Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

Central Ohio is on pace to work 20 million building trades hours in 2026 — nearly double its 2023 record. So when Governor Mike DeWine suspended Ohio's data center sales tax exemption without warning or consultation, Columbus Building Trades Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dorsey Hager had plenty to say about it. On this episode of America's Work Force Union Podcast, Hager breaks down the economic case for the exemption, the real numbers behind what data center construction is generating in local tax revenue and jobs and why the governor's decision risks sending the wrong message to developers who have other options. He also delivers an encouraging Intel update, describes record apprenticeship applications across central Ohio's building trades Locals and recaps a fundraiser for Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin. Visit columbusconstruction.org for more on the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council.

Sprite Tea sweeping the Nation. Women who killed person in toll booth in Daytona still at large. Homestead Property tax elimination in Florida will be on the ballot in November. Young women learns what the AC button in the car does. Rubio defend himself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has paused a sales tax break for data centers after the state Department of Taxation underestimated the cost of the exemption by nearly $1.6 billion. Cleveland is looking to invest in housing in the historically redlined East Side neighborhoods of Hough, Central and St. Clair-Superior by combining public funds and foundation money. Akron's first civic assembly focused on housing solutions has come to an end. Delegates approved nine recommendations, including zoning reform and a proposed housing docket in Akron Municipal Court that would track housing cases and disputes. After 72 years, the Senior Players Championship will play its final round at Akron's Firestone Country Club in July. The tournament is moving to California, a financial blow to Northeast Ohio. At its new location, Newport Beach Country Club, the tournament will be played March 25-28 instead of during the summer. And midges are back in Northeast Ohio. They hatched this week as Lake Erie water temperatures reached 60 degrees, but their stay will not last long. Once they emerge from the water, their sole goal is to reproduce before dying just a few days later. These stories and more will be part of this week's discussion on the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable.” Guests: - Anna Huntsman, Akron/Canton Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Conor Morris, Education Reporter, Ideastream Public Media - Karen Kasler, Bureau Chief, Ideastream Statehouse News Bureau

Tennessee Gives Big Dollar Contracts To Organizations With Ties To WHO, WEF, BIG PHARMA & More…TN Republican Party Leadership Has Lost Its Way…Lawsuit Against TN Redistricting Fails…Billions Of Taxpayer Dollars Spent To Bring Super Bowl To Nashville…TN Secures FINAL Victory Against Biden's Title IX Gender Ideology Rules…Monty Fritts Calls For Immediate Suspension Of State Tax On Gas & Food…The Tennessee Conservative's Brandon Lewis joins Yaffee LIVE to discuss all this & more! Check out more from Yaffee Here - https://www.wgow.com/2025/05/12/yaffee-live-2/& read all the articles at TennesseeConservativeNews.com - https://tennesseeconservativenews.com/

It appears that voters will get a chance to decide on a tax measure to bail out the Bay Area's struggling transit agencies. Supporters of the measure say they've gathered more than enough signatures to place it on the November ballot. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor, Rebecca Goodeyon, spoke with KCBS Insider, Phil Matier.

Local salmon available for the first time in years, counties oppose ICE facility near Gilroy, Salinas Valley Health offers free children's vaccines and other local news in this week's episode.

Former Gov. George Allen talks with Rich about lowering taxes in Virginia to bring in more business and to make more people want to move here.

State Sen. George Borello on a letter from Senate Republicans to Gov. Hochul to suspend the state sales tax full 219 Fri, 22 May 2026 22:46:00 +0000 R0YHQwkz9UmToBjkWw1Z3KfbvnbEZT8V news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news State Sen. George Borello on a letter from Senate Republicans to Gov. Hochul to suspend the state sales tax Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News

Topic: Selling Homestead or keeping it; Topic: Eliminating Sales Tax full 490 Tue, 19 May 2026 22:19:00 +0000 liPa4T4Pq3zFrmwu1YR5NOddSX4aitjM news The Charlie James Show Podcast news Topic: Selling Homestead or keeping it; Topic: Eliminating Sales Tax The Charlie James Show originates from News/Talk 989 WORD, The Upstate's #1 Talk Station, weekdays 3-7pm. Charlie tackles the topics that matter to the Carolina's. He interviews the movers and shakers while letting listeners sound off on the news of the day. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwave

The fourth hour of The Charlie James Show focused heavily on personal and state finance, alongside real-time coverage of the Kentucky primary elections. Discussions centered on the financial dilemmas of selling versus keeping a family homestead, as well as the economic impact of eliminating state sales taxes. As the evening progressed, the show shifted to live political coverage following the 6:00 PM closing of Kentucky polling stations, tracking the key Senate race results while exploring the philosophical topic of God-given rights.

EC Legislators John Bargnesi Jr. and Lindsay Lorigo on gas sales tax vote full 292 Wed, 13 May 2026 18:51:05 +0000 F5H4EdPCjTbdMCXeuQzyHLkuNgM3PczB news WBEN Extras news EC Legislators John Bargnesi Jr. and Lindsay Lorigo on gas sales tax vote Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.ampe

(May 12, 2026) Lots of ‘pie in the sky’ promises by governor wannabes with no way to pay for them. President Trump wants to pause the federal gas tax. 1 in 4 Americans think the White House correspondent’s dinner shooting was staged. Another sales tax hike? Costs a factor in Los Angeles in healthcare measure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sales tax used to be simple. Then came Wayfair.In this episode of E-Suites Interviews, Breea Boylan and Courtney Easterday of Withum sit down with Andrew Bharat, Senior Director of Accounting and Controller at MM LaFleur, to break down what sales tax compliance really looks like for a growing e-commerce and multi-channel retail brand.

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The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Queer Raiders and others hold a fake “funeral” for “academic freedom” at Texas Tech because they are so queered-up they don't realize that they are simply reminding the public of how, even at Texas Tech, so-called academic freedom has strayed from scientific Truth. Wake For The Woke: Texas Tech Funeral For Gender Programs Texas Tech students plan on-campus funeral for academic freedom Texas Tech's targeted grad research warnings draw concern – this story is quite ridiculous as it tries to claim doing the action correctly with the most personalization is somehow terrible. Dr. Steven Balch well explained on yesterday's show what academic freedom was defined as by the AAUP – it isn't anything like what today's perverts and Leftists claim it to be.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Local sales tax receipt numbers released, it's up 7.7 percent of same period last year. Look up your city here.Attorney General Paxton investigating several school districts over compliance with SB10 & SB11. Lubbock ISD, Abilene ISD, Wichita Falls ISD, and many more are on the list.Two Muslim related stories: One is correct action by the state for breaking the law, the other is not and yet it is being praised by many of short sight.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: New polling is out on the Texas Republican Primary runoff election and there are few surprises but one thing of big interest to me: The “Latino” vote doesn't seem to follow the old RINO idea that we should comprise our conservatism to gain Hispanic votes. See the full poll here.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas sales tax revenue for April grew almost 10 percent over April of 2025.53,000 More Texas Students Awarded School Choice Funding Based on Income.About Cinco de Mayo and why it's good to celebrate a little!Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com

San Diego voters could decide to raise the sales tax by a half cent this November.The measure would generate funding to address the Tijuana River sewage crisis, to make healthcare and childcare more affordable and for wildfire prevention.On Midday Edition Tuesday, we break down the proposed measure and how it would fit into other efforts to address the sewage crisis.Guest:Tammy Murga, environment reporter, KPBS

In this episode, Jeni revisits one of her favorite financial frameworks — Profit First by Mike Michalowicz — just in time for wedding season. Whether you're just starting out or scaling your floral business, this system can help you finally pay yourself consistently and build a profitable business.What You'll Learn:The core principle of Profit First: allocating revenue into dedicated "buckets" (bank accounts) before expensesThe 5 key accounts: Income, Sales Tax, Owner's Compensation, Profit, and Operating Expenses (OPEX)How to calculate your percentages based on your actual gross salesHow to handle sales tax as a florist (especially with variable local tax rates)The difference between gross and net sales — and why it matters for your allocationsHow to conduct an expense audit to find hidden or unnecessary costsWhat to do if you're not yet profitable — and how to use a percentage-based formula to start building profit from your very first eventWhy a separate, less-accessible profit/savings account (like a Schwab Simple Plan) helps prevent overspendingThe mindset shift from "spending money to grow" to running your business like a CEOResources Mentioned:

A non-profit works with L.A. Zoo's restoration project to create future conservationists. New parking locations are available for people taking public transit to the World Cup. Measure A increased LA County's sales tax to raise $1 billion a year for homeless services. Has it delivered? Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Marc Cox opens the segment discussing Missouri's evolving income tax legislation with former state senator John Lamping, who explains the differences between the House and Senate versions of a proposal aimed at eventually eliminating the state income tax. Lamping outlines how the House version uses specific revenue triggers to gradually reduce rates, while the Senate version sets a broader constitutional framework that could allow long-term elimination with fewer immediate guarantees. The discussion highlights political tensions involving Governor Mike Kehoe and bipartisan Senate votes, as well as concerns about shifting taxation toward expanded sales taxes that could impact different income groups unevenly. Lamping warns the Senate approach could significantly expand legislative power and spark ongoing lobbying battles over what gets taxed. Hashtags: #JohnLamping #MissouriPolitics #IncomeTax #SalesTax #MikeKehoe #JeffCity #TaxPolicy #MarcCoxMorningShow

Episode Summary If you're building an online business and feeling overwhelmed by taxes, this episode is going to be a game-changer. I sat down with Reuben, who made the leap from physical therapy to becoming a tax consultant for e-commerce entrepreneurs, and we unpacked what online founders really need to know about navigating the U.S. tax system. From aggressive state tax policies (yes, we're looking at you, California) to smart structuring strategies, we break down the myths and the must-knows. We also dive into sales tax, marketplace facilitators like Amazon, international expansion into the U.S., and the truth about moving abroad to reduce tax liability. If you've ever wondered how to set your business up the right way from day one—or how to avoid expensive mistakes as you scale—this episode is packed with insights you don't want to miss.   Links & Resources Free consultation with Reuben on tax liability and e-commerce tax strategy Information on U.S. tax treaties for international businesses Resources for structuring your online business the right way Website:  https://rjmtaxexemption.com If you found this episode helpful, make sure to follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs clarity around taxes. It really helps us reach more business owners who are building bold things. 

Rob Karr, President and CEO, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, joins John Williams to clear up misconceptions about a controversial Illinois law banning certain credit card fees.

Rob Karr, President and CEO, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, joins John Williams to clear up misconceptions about a controversial Illinois law banning certain credit card fees.

Earlier this week, tickets went on sale for the 42nd season of An Appalachian Summer Festival, an annual celebration of the performing and visual arts is held every July in venues across the Appalachian State University campus, featuring an eclectic, diverse mix of music, dance, theatre, visual arts and film programming. This five-week series brings world renowned artists across multiple genres to Boone and the High Country at a highly popular time for summer tourism engagement, which provides a predictable and impactful annual economic benefit to the region.On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Allison West, Director of Marketing for App State's Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. She will preview the full schedule of this year's festival and tell you which events feature the fastest-selling tickets! We'll also discuss the economic benefits of An Appalachian Summer, and how this annual showcase has provided unique opportunities for the development of local artists. Speaking of economic impact, the taxes created by events like our summer festivals (occupancy tax, sales tax) provide impactful dollars to be spent on services in our local community. As the North Carolina General Assembly resumes its work this month in Raleigh, there are several legislative discussions around tax law that could have direct implications for communities across the State. The Chamber's Advocacy Task Force continues to monitor these conversations, and we'll bring you the latest details.Mind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday afternoon at 5PM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone.Support the show

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State lawmakers have begun to discuss a bill to help address the financial crisis at HCMC. The Hennepin County hospital is the state's busiest trauma center. It's also a teaching hospital and part of the healthcare safety net. It treats patients regardless of insurance. The hospital faces a $50 million projected shortfall this year. It slashed programs and positions in January. But Hennepin County commissioners have said that without action from state lawmakers, the hospital could begin closing in June. Lawmakers have responded with a proposal to use sales tax money to help cover the hospital's costs. During a House taxes committee meeting Thursday, former patients and healthcare providers testified in support of the bill, including Dr. Tom Wyatt, the hospital's emergency medicine chair.Rep. Danny Nadeau, R-Rogers, is a co-author on the bill and he spoke with guest host Emily Bright about his legislation.

Michael Sol Warren, New Jersey reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, talks about the proposal to hike New Jersey's sales taxes for non-residents during World Cup this summer and updates the status of the state budget. Photo: The Panini America FIFA World Cup 2026™ Sticker Collection Album Cover for Canada and the United States, unveiled today at MetLife Stadium on December 03, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Panini America)

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State and local leaders denounce the President's latest threat to send federal troops to LA. Student homelessness in LA County is surging. And the plan to give last year's wildfire survivors a very unique tax cut. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com