Aspen is buzzing with events this week, from live music to Thanksgiving feasts and ski season kickoffs. Let's dive in! First up, music lovers can catch Michal Menert, a Colorado-based electronic music producer, at Belly Up Aspen on November 21st. He's known for blending vintage vinyl samples, analog synths, and futuristic hip hop into his live sets. Menert's unique ...
Bitcoin and Ethereum are not doing so well. They are not just falling behind stocks but also other smaller cryptocurrencies. This is unusual and shows that the market is reacting to big economic news rather than what's happening inside the crypto world. New research shows that the recent drop in crypto prices wasn't because of problems within the crypto market. Inst...
Four local photography studios are joining forces to make a difference. Jerome Pollos Photography, Franklin Photography, BC Photography, and Crystal Madsen Photography are hosting a special event. On November 18th, they will be offering headshot sessions. But there's a catch: instead of paying cash, participants are asked to bring 10 nonperishable food items. These i...
The chances of a December interest rate cut by the U. S. Federal Reserve are looking shaky. Right now, less than half of the investors think it's going to happen. This drop in confidence is making waves in the crypto market, which is already feeling the heat. Just a few weeks ago, the odds were much better, with nearly 67% betting on a cut. But things change fast. B...
Raphael W. Bostic, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, has announced his departure at the end of February. This move leaves another spot open at the top of the central bank, adding to the recent changes in leadership. Bostic has been in this role since 2017, and his exit comes at a time when the Fed is under pressure from the White House to cut inte...
A former top executive at Paramount has taken the company to court. He says he was fired because of his age and race. Joseph Jerome, 58, worked at Paramount for many years. He believes the company's diversity policies led to his dismissal in 2024. Jerome claims he and two other white lawyers were let go. They were replaced by younger, minority employees. He says all...
The Federal Reserve decided to lower its interest rate this week, but mortgage rates didn't follow suit. Instead, they went up. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage increased by 20 basis points after the Fed's announcement and Chairman Jerome Powell's press conference, according to Mortgage News Daily. This isn't the first time this has happened. The bond m...
Mike Brown, a former North Charleston Councilman, made a significant admission recently. He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery and wire fraud. This happened just a week before his trial was set to begin. Brown, 47, appeared in a Charleston courthouse and admitted his wrongdoing. He even wiped his eyes after signing the plea agreement. This is a big deal b...
The Federal Reserve is gearing up to make a big decision. They're expected to lower interest rates soon, but everyone's focused on what this means for the economy. The government shutdown has made things murky, and the Fed is trying to figure out how to navigate this mess. Back in September, things seemed a bit better. Jobs were still being created, and inflation wa...
Week 8 of the fantasy football season was a rollercoaster. Injuries and unexpected performances shook up many lineups. Bijan Robinson, who was expected to dominate, had a disappointing game. This shows that even the best players can have off days. Darnell Mooney also had a quiet week, proving that fantasy football is unpredictable. Injuries have been a major storyli...