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Tennessee 2nd smallest tax burden on residents, report shows
What is the landscape of taxes in America going into 2021? The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which was signed into law in 2017 by President Trump, reduced personal income tax rates for most people across the nation. However, that same piece of tax legislation also put a cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions. Formerly, taxpayers who itemize could deduct the total amount of state and local taxes paid from their federal tax return, which significantly reduced an individual’s federal tax burden. But the new tax code caps SALT deductions at $10,000—a change that has made living in high-tax states even more expensive for high earners.
The three largest types of state and local taxes that impact residents in those states are sales, property, and individual income taxes. Based on data from the U.S Census Bureau’s most recent Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finances, Americans paid $1,869 in sales taxes, $1,301 in income taxes, and $1,672 in property taxes per capita in 2018. Combined, this equates to $4,842 per capita, or approximately 8.9% of per capita income. But, the total amount of taxes paid and the allocation of those taxes across sales, income, and property vary widely by state.
The analysis found that in Tennessee, property, income, and sales taxes for residents amount to about 5.70% of income. On average, residents spend about $2,694 annually on these taxes. Out of all U.S. states and the District of Columbia, Tennessee places the 2nd smallest tax burden on its residents.
Here is a summary of the data for Tennessee:
• Property, income, and sales taxes as a percentage of income: 5.70%
• Annual property, income, and sales taxes per person: $2,694
• Property taxes as a percentage of income: 1.69%
• Income taxes as a percentage of income: 0.08%
• Sales taxes as a percentage of income: 3.93%
For reference, here are the statistics for the entire United States:
• Property, income, and sales taxes as a percentage of income: 8.88%
• Annual property, income, and sales taxes per person: $4,842
• Property taxes as a percentage of income: 3.07%
• Income taxes as a percentage of income: 2.39%
• Sales taxes as a percentage of income: 3.43%
For more information, a detailed methodology, and complete results, you can find the original report on HireAHelper’s website: https://www.hireahelper.com/lifestyle/states-with-largest-and-smallest-tax-burden/
Preds’ Rinne welcomes baby boy
Nashville’s favorite son now has one of his own.
Pekka Rinne and his partner, Erika, recently welcomed a baby boy, Paulus Oliver Rinne, into the world as the Predators goaltender became a father for the first time.
Rinne joins fellow teammate Matt Duchene as Preds who have a newborn at home; Duchene’s wife, Ashley, gave birth to their second child, a baby girl named Jaymes, last month.
You can listen to the Nashville Predators all season long on Thunder Radio (107.9 FM, 1320 AM, thunder1320.com), your official home of the Predators in Coffee County.
Westwood Rockets Christmas tournament schedule set
The Westwood Rockets boys basketball team will be playing in the Elkmont Middle School Christmas Tournament in Elkmont, Ala. Dec. 28-30.
Westwood will play at 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28 against Elkmont, and at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 29 against Lexington. The Rockets will embark on tournament play on Wednesday depending on their seeding from pool play.
All games will be played at Elkmont High School. The Rocket enter the tournament with a 5-8 record. This will be a boys only tournament.
Atlanta Braves offseason checklist
After coming within one win of reaching the World Series, the Braves will spend the offseason evaluating ways to strengthen what has the potential to once again be a championship-caliber roster.
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“There’s a lot of uncertainty,” Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos said. “Will we have fans? What will our revenues be? All of those things, right? But that’s one for the world and likely all of sports. But the focus and the goal will still be the same. We want to put the best team back on the field that we can and be back in position to win a World Series.”
Now that the offseason has arrived, here is a look at the Braves’ biggest needs. Check back here regularly over the next few weeks and months as MLB.com will update what has been done and what still needs to be addressed.
BIGGEST NEEDS
Power hitter
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Manchester City Schools to move to virtual learning after Christmas break
Manchester City Schools will be moving to at-home learning for a brief period of time after the upcoming Christmas.
Dr. Joey Vaughn, director of schools, made the announcement Wednesday. Manchester City Schools consists of Westwood Elementary, College Street Elementary and Westwood Middle School.
“Given the current community Covid-19 numbers and the likelihood of a spike in numbers following the upcoming holidays, Manchester City Schools will begin the new year with an at home only learning schedule for all students,” the district announced. “The district will use this option from January 6 – 15, 2021. Students will report back to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 19 (the district is closed January 18). Instruction will follow the procedures outlined below:
Pre K – 2: At Home Learning Packets
Classrooms will provide instructional packets that will allow families and students flexibility in the school day. Assignments for the week will be available at the beginning of each week. Teachers will utilize online resources when appropriate and available.
Attendance will be taken through teacher communication method of choice with parents/guardians – may include texts, Remind, Class Dojo or other communication methods.
Grades 3 – 5: At Home Learning Packets and/or Online Learning
Classrooms will have flexibility in determining the best method of instruction. A mixture of online or instructional packets will be used. Assignments for the week will be available at the beginning of each week.
Attendance will be taken through teacher communication method of choice with parents/guardians – may include texts, Remind, Class Dojo or other communication methods.
Grades 6 – 8: Online Learning
Classrooms will continue online learning.
Situations requiring modifications will be addressed as needed (lack of connectivity).
Attendance will be taken each class period.
extra information:
- Learning materials may be picked up at the school at times communicated by the school.
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided for pickup from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday. Meals for Friday will be provided on the Thursday pickup.
- Afterschool Journey will be offered virtually for students who wish to participate.
Praters BBQ makes generous donation to MPD Christmas Angel program
Praters BBQ in Manchester and owner Gary Prater made a generous donation of toys to the Manchester Police Department Angel Tree Program.
Praters has participated in the event for several years.
Manchester Police Department would like to think Mr. Prater and his efforts in helping less-fortunate families in the community every holiday season.
Praters BBQ is located at 620 Woodbury Highway in Manchester.
34 million fewer Americans to travel this holiday season, AAA predicts
AAA Travel expects the vast majority of Americans to stay home this holiday season. Public health concerns and travel guidance are influencing their decisions not to travel over the year-end holidays, a period that typically sees high demand for vacations.
While AAA expects at least 34 million fewer travelers compared to last year’s holiday season, as many as 84.5 million Americans may still travel from Dec. 23 through Jan. 3, a decline in travel of at least 29%. In Tennessee, the expectation is that 2 million Tennesseans may still travel – a decline in travel of 28.4%.
“While Thanksgiving is traditionally spent gathering with friends and family, the year-end holidays are when Americans often venture out for longer, more elaborate vacations. That will not be the case this year,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Public health concerns, official guidance not to travel, and an overall decline in consumer sentiment have encouraged the vast majority of Americans to stay home for the holidays.”
Based on mid-October travel forecast models, AAA expected up to 50 million people would travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, which would have been a decline of 10% from 2019. While final Thanksgiving travel numbers are not yet available, AAA expects the decline to be closer to 15–20%, as the CDC and state and local authorities advised against holiday travel.
Holiday travelers are continuing to take a wait-and-see approach to their travel decisions. With COVID 19 cases steadily increasing this month, the expected continued rise will likely prompt some Americans to make last minute decisions to not follow through with upcoming travel plans, which was the trend during the lead up to Thanksgiving.
Manchester Recreation Center asks public to take mask request seriously when using facility
The Manchester Parks and Recreation Department issued a plea to the public Tuesday to please continue using masks when using the facility.
Some communities are closing and altering their recreation facilities due to COVID-19, a move Manchester Parks and Recreation hopes to not make.
“We do not want to have to stop classes, close gyms and limit numbers again,” the department said. “Please help us stay open by wearing a mask when entering the recreation complex, walking to your class, gym or workout and in the restrooms.”
Contrary to posts made by other media outlets in the area, the Manchester Parks and Recreation Department remains open at this time. You can visit the recreation center at 557 N. Woodland St. in Manchester.
Coffee County Basketball Coaches Show live from Praters Wednesday
Don’t miss the Coffee County High School Basketball Coaches Show (brought to you by First Bank), exclusively on Thunder Radio at 6 p.m. Wednesday nights.
The show is broadcast live from Praters BBQ in Manchester. Everyone is welcome to attend and visit with CHS girls coach Joe Pat Cope, CHS boys coach Micah Williams and different player guests each week.
Listen to the show at 107.9 FM, 106.7 FM, 1320 AM, on the Manchester Go smartphone app or by clicking here.
Tennessee Titans activate DB Fulton
The Titans activated cornerback Kristian Fulton from Injured Reserve on Tuesday, clearing the way for him to return to action.
Fulton, who was added to the ‘Designated for Return list last month, wrapped up his third week of practice last week. The designation opened up a 21-day window for Fulton to practice with the team without counting against the team’s 53-man roster until being activated from Injured Reserve.
The Titans had to make a decision on Fulton by today.
A second-round pick of the Titans in the 2020 NFL Draft, Fulton has played in five games for the Titans this season. Fulton has recorded 15 tackles, one sack, and one interception.
Also on Tuesday, defensive lineman Teair Tart returned to the active roster off of the Reserve/Suspended list and linebacker Tuzar Skipper was placed on practice squad Injured Reserve.
The Titans face the Detroit Lions on Sunday at Nissan Stadium. You can listen to the Tennessee Titans all season long on Thunder Radio – 107.9 FM, 1320 AM, 106.7 FM.