Arizona fire forces evacuations

CROWN KING, Ariz. – Firefighters continued to battle a wildfire Monday in northern Arizona that has forced residents from their homes in the historic mining town of Crown King just weeks ahead of the busy tourist season.

Financial savings and more when shopping online

Saving money is a hot topic these days, from television shows about extreme coupon clipping to stores advertising huge savings for specially marked and bulk items. But you might be surprised to discover how much money you can save while shopping online.

The dos and don’ts of wedding correspondence

One of the biggest wedding trends of recent years has been taking a more casual, less buttoned-up approach to the big day. From looser dress codes to skipping seated dinners in favor of passed hors d’oeuvres, brides and grooms have shifted the focus away from tradition to customization. The ultimate goal is a wedding that is perfectly “you,” expressing your identity as a couple. But even if you plan to buck the old ways, there are some guidelines you’ll want to follow when it comes to your wedding stationery.

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What makes some homes sell quickly? Often, it’s not the amenities of the home itself; it’s the school district in which the property stands.

Partial-Payment Problems

>QUESTION:

Why is it OK for mortgage companies to reject partial payments when a borrower is behind? It seems to me that it’s bad business and not too good for the economy.