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Teach teens to drive safely - and save their lives

Mile for mile, teenagers are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other drivers. Crash rates for young drivers are high largely because of the driver's immaturity combined with driving inexperience. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Association (NHTSA) recommends a multi-tiered strategy to prevent motor vehicle-related deaths and injuries among teen drivers.

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Winter warriors make roadways safer and keep us moving

It's fall. It's getting colder, the leaves are falling and winter is looming. Most likely, you haven't given much thought to the road crews who are working this fall, preparing equipment and resources in order to keep roads clear and safe this winter.

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Tips for making tax time easier

Tax season is in full swing. Taxpayers receiving a refund tend to file earlier in the year, while those who owe Uncle Sam often wait until closer to the filing deadline. Whether you file now or wait until the last minute, make tax time easier with these tips.

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New year, new woman: Get fiscally fit with resolutions that stick

It's that time of year again - when holiday excesses leave everyone feeling overstuffed and overextended. We say we'll start fresh in the new year - we'll exercise more, we'll eat healthier, we'll get more sleep. But how about making a resolution that's just as beneficial, and may be a little easier to stick to - getting your finances in shape and being more fiscally fit?

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Avoid these mistakes on your tax return

The average American spends approximately 12 hours preparing a Form 1040 income tax return, according to the Internal Revenue Service. With so much time invested, the last thing you want to do is make a mistake on your tax return - especially one that delays your refund.

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