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Presidential candidates in New Hampshire may get the most attention but in fifth grade classrooms throughout the state, students are preparing to launch real-world campaigns of their own. They will first learn the ropes of state government and the elections process before nominating candidates to serve full-year terms in office. Jo Ann Robichaud, project coordinator for New Hampshire's Kid Governor Project, said students learn how the government can help address issues they care about including homelessness, food insecurity and mental health. ...

As student loan payments resume after a three-year halt, experts offer advice on pursuing higher education without accumulating unnecessary debt. Brian Walsh, manager of financial planning for the online bank SoFi, emphasized the importance of careful financial management to keep college costs low amid rising interest rates and daily expenses. To achieve it, he suggested considering the earning potential of the desired degree and making informed decisions about where to pursue it. ...