Money in Carolina news on Wednesday, October 14, 2026
In Money in Carolina on Wednesday, October 14, 2026: NC gas tax relief slowing, SC prices up, COLA date set. Also: NC's attorney general launched a complaint tool for consumers to report gas stations not passing on tax savings; North Carolina drivers say pump prices are dropping slowly since the state's fuel tax suspension took effect.
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- North Carolina drivers say pump prices are dropping slowly since the state's fuel tax suspension took effect.WXII
- Gas prices in South Carolina rose 9 cents, WCBD News 2 reports.WCBD News 2
- With the fuel tax suspended, North Carolina ranks among the three lowest U.S. states for gas prices, per Rocky Mount Telegram.Rocky Mount Telegram
- Mortgage rates rose in 37 states during the second quarter, according to CU Today.CU Today
- The Social Security Administration's 2027 cost-of-living adjustment announcement is set for Oct. 14.BlueRidgeNow.com
- Hunt wrote to senators asking for help with cost-of-living concerns in North Carolina.Rocky Mount Telegram
- Renters in North Carolina are staying put, according to new data reported by WSOC TV.WSOC TV
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