A recession may not seem like a good time to start your own business, but some types of businesses actually historically hold their own during down times.  For example, fast-food restaurants, auto repair shops, and job-search or tutorial services are just a few that continue to thrive.  This...

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Economic Stimulus Bill) becomes law today.  Want to know exactly where the $787 billion will go?

Today we are facing an economy that has taken a severe beating, and most economists agree that we are in a recession. Although times are hard and business may be slow, there are still some steps you can take to survive.

The next Financial Workshop in our monthly series is "Rent Your First Apartment" The seminar is Wednesday, February 4th, 7-8:45 pm, in the Library's Marvin Auditorium 101. These programs are fun and informative with cookies, coffee, and tea for all!

Need an apartment but don't know the first...

Former NASDAQ Chairman Bernard Madoff  was known on Wall Street as a big-time investment manager with a "golden touch."  But the giant Ponzi scheme* that Madoff was running came crashing down last week, as Mr. Madoff was arrested and charged with massive fraud, allegedly bilking thousands of...