Stocks Slide as Dow Nears March Low Amid Fed Hints
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell to 11 002.14 on Tuesday down 46.58 points as investors fretted over a persistent inflation fight and a potential pause in rate hikes. The Nasdaq dropped to 2162.78 while decliners outpaced advancers. Comair will run direct Cedar Rapids Atlanta flights on Friday with Atlantic Southeast’s non stop departure at 6 30 a m and return at 7 45 p m.
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Continental Air orders 34 more Boeing planes
Continental Airlines announced a 34 aircraft order from Boeing valued at about 3 billion dollars to boost long haul capacity. Chairman Larry Kellner said capacity would grow 5 to 7 percent annually. The deal includes 10 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 24 more 737s, reaching 213 next generation 737s after delivery.
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Alcoa to Supply Aluminum for Nike Premium Bats
Alcoa Inc signs multiyear deal to supply Nike with aluminum for Aero Torque and Aero Strobe baseball bats. The Chandler Arizona factory will use aerospace-grade alloy. bats retail around 200 dollars and target college, high school, and youth programs. Co marketing planned by Alcoa and Nike.
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Rise of farmland values slows in Iowa survey
Iowa bankers report slower growth in farmland values for the first quarter with good land up 2 percent statewide and 5 percent in southeast Iowa. The survey notes varied gains across regions and a shift in demand, with cash rents rising about 3 percent and crop sharing common on many farms.
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Yard sale tips and treasures in Wichita area guide
Suzanne Perez Tobias profiles Jeanie Crittenden a longtime garage sale enthusiast who has turned finds into profit with items like an Eisenberg brooch Louis Vuitton bag and Star Wars poster. The piece offers spring sale timing pricing strategies advertising and packing tips for buyers and sellers.
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Secrets From Garage Sale Gurus Guide
Guidance on running and shopping at yard sales. Tips include clear signs banners and flags organized wares by category planning routes checking church calendars for sales and bringing change. For buyers beware of recalled items and verify products on the CPSC site at cpsc gov.
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Northwest flight attendants reject wage cuts in bankruptcy era
Northwest Airlines flight attendants voted 80 percent against a wage-cut package as the carrier seeks $195 million in annual savings amid its bankruptcy. Union leaders say negotiations could resume and a strike remains possible. prior ballots showed broad strike authorization. Other unions are voting on concessions with results due Friday.
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Debt collectors: how to spot illegal practices and fight back
FTC data shows debt collection complaints rise with illegal tactics. Verify debts within five days, avoid workplace calls, and keep records. If harassed, send cease communication letters and file complaints with the FTC or state attorney general. Seek legal help if needed.
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