Sean O'Connor: A Voice in the Wilderness
Sean O'Connor had a decision to make after earning a degree in music education from Northern Illinois University. He had been honing his performance skills in an a cappella outfit throughout college and was suddenly faced with a teaching job offer and a performance job offer almost simultaneously.
First-time homebuyer tax credit expanded
A key feature in last year's economic stimulus bill was the federal income tax credit designed to help first-time homebuyers. Now, as part of legislation signed by President Obama in November 2009, that tax credit has been extended...
Ward off cabin fever with new kitchen gadgets
With the tourist season on hiatus and wallets a little lighter after the holidays, eating in and entertaining at home becomes more fashionable and necessary. However, cabin fever and boredom doesn't have to set in because you're holed up in the house.