High energy prices were a big factor — even when you take literal energy costs out of the equation. Plus: cargo shipping, screwworm, GDP, and Gen Z dating.
The overall GDP number was revised higher, up half a percent from the previous estimate. The topline number went up in part because we imported less than expected.
Attempts at eliminating or reducing property taxes are a trend across the country right now. But with less of that revenue, public services take a hit.
Some of the busiest ports in the U.S. are around the Great Lakes, and last weekend, a group of people who understand just how important Great Lakes shipping is gathered to pray for calm seas and safe voyages.
With beef prices averaging $6.70 per pound across the U.S., Nathan Bradford, of G-Line Ranch says problems caused from the screwworm could push prices higher.