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09/03/2026 · Moore County

University Costs and Graduate Earnings: An Overview

University students face increasing tuition fees and living costs. Analysts are examining whether higher graduate earnings adequately offset these financial demands.

08/27/2026

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Inflation Report Forthcoming, Iran Engages Oman Amid U.S. Tensions, Arts School Abuse Allegations Emerge

The U.S. Department of Labor will publish its latest inflation report, providing new economic insights. Separately, Iran has initiated negotiations with Oman. Meanwhile, a new report details decades of alleged abuse at an arts school reportedly connected to Jeffrey Epstein.

08/23/2026

Education

Federal Student Loan Debt Erased for 450,000 Borrowers

Approximately 450,000 federal student loan borrowers will see their debt erased. This action stems from a class-action lawsuit where borrowers alleged their colleges defrauded them. The resolution impacts an estimated $6 billion in federal student loan debt.

08/23/2026

Education

School Supply Costs Rise for Back-to-School Season

Families across the United States are encountering higher prices for various back-to-school items this year. Costs have increased for lunchboxes, pencils, and other common supplies.

08/23/2026

Education

Researcher Documents Weekend With Proud Boys Chapter

A University of Maryland professor, Jen Golbeck, spent a weekend with the Cape Fear chapter of the Proud Boys. She wrote about her experience for Esquire magazine. Golbeck later discussed her observations.

08/23/2026

Education

Middle School Reading Scores Decline for Lowest-Performing Students, NWEA Study Finds

A new study by NWEA, a K-12 assessment organization, reports a persistent decline in reading scores for the lowest-performing middle school students. The research identifies this trend as ongoing since 2020. The study also highlights state policies showing potential in addressing these educational outcomes.

08/21/2026

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