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Japa: 7 Cities In US That Pay New Residents Who Move In

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In a notable shift, many residents in United States of America are moving away from larger cities and coastal states to smaller locations across the country. This is just as migrants are also trooping into these locations for the benefits they offer.

Between 2021 and 2022, California saw a net loss of nearly 350,000 residents, while rising living costs are driving some residents in New York out.

In response, several cities and towns are offering financial incentives to attract new residents.

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In this article are 7 cities in the United States, as rolled out by Business Insider, who pay people that move in:

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Cities that pay you when you move in there

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Tulsa, Oklahoma: $10,000 to Relocate

Ryann Cooke, a social media professional in her late 20s, moved from Washington, D.C., to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in June 2022. Tulsa’s “Tulsa Remote” program, which offers $10,000 to remote workers willing to relocate, drew her attention. Cooke highlighted the significant cost savings and improved quality of life in Tulsa compared to D.C.

Tulsa Remote is one of the most well-known programs aimed at boosting local populations and economies by attracting talent and spending.

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Columbus, Georgia: $5,000 for Remote Workers

Columbus, Georgia, offers remote workers $5,000 to move to the city. The program, managed by the local chamber of commerce in partnership with Make My Move, targets remote workers earning at least $75,000 annually. Besides the cash incentive, new residents receive six months of coworking space membership and various community perks.

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The program has been popular, with applications closing for 2024 and set to reopen in January 2025.

Lincoln County, Kansas: $4,500 and More

Lincoln County, Kansas, is offering $4,500, a $500 internet credit, a gym membership, and monthly baskets of farm-fresh eggs to new remote workers. Participants must earn at least $50,000 annually and commit to living in the county for at least a year. Additional incentives include free land for building a home and extra cash if a spouse finds local employment.

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Mississippi County, Arkansas: Up to $50,000 for Homebuyers

Mississippi County, Arkansas, offers up to $50,000 for new and existing residents to build or renovate homes. Participants must work for local companies and commit to living in the county for at least four years. The program has attracted 80 new buyers since its launch in fall 2022, many being first-time homeowners.

Newton, Iowa: $10,000 for Home Purchases

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Newton, Iowa, provides $10,000 to individuals purchasing homes worth at least $240,000. There are no residency duration requirements, and new homeowners receive a “Get to Know Newton” welcome package valued at $2,500. The initiative aims to attract new residents and boost the local housing market.

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The Shoals, Alabama: $10,000 for Remote Workers

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The Shoals area in northern Alabama offers remote workers $10,000 to relocate. The payments are staggered over a year, with $2,500 initially, another $2,500 after six months, and the remaining $5,000 after a year. Eligible applicants must earn at least $52,000 annually and be able to move within six months. Applications for this program will reopen in September 2024.

West Virginia: Ascend WV Program

West Virginia’s Ascend WV program, launched in April 2021, has attracted 295 new residents and 272 family members by June 2024. Participants receive $10,000 in monthly installments over the first year and a final $2,000 after the second year. Additional benefits include free coworking space access, outdoor gear rental, and recreational activities.

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Insecurity: US Congressman Riley Moore Reveals Trump’s Mission In Nigeria 

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US Congressman Riley Moore has dismissed insinuations that President Donald Trump is attempting to bring war to Nigeria.

Moore made the remark in a post on his verified X handle on Monday.

His comments followed a US military airstrike on a terrorist enclave in north-west Nigeria on Christmas Day, reportedly carried out on the directive of President Trump.

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President Trump is not trying to bring war to Nigeria, he’s bringing peace and security to Nigeria and to the thousands of Christians who face horrific violence and death.

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The strikes against ISIS on Christmas, in coordination with the Nigerian government, have given hope to the Christians in Nigeria,” he said.

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Recall that the lawmaker had previously stated that President Trump is focused on ending the killing of Christians in Nigeria.

It will be recalled that Moore led a US delegation on a fact-finding mission into alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria some weeks ago.

During his brief stay in the country, Moore travelled to Benue State, where he interfaced with religious and traditional leaders, as well as internally displaced persons.

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Russia Calls up 135,000 Military Personnel

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Russia has enlisted 135,000 conscripts for military service in 2026, following the conclusion of the autumn army draft by the Defense Ministry.

A statement on Monday said most personnel have been assigned to training units and military formations where they will “get a military specialty and learn to operate modern military hardware.”

The conscripts can choose to serve in any of the various military branches and armed services after an assessment of their health condition and the results of psychological examinations.

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The ministry disclosed that 680 recruits have joined scientific and research-production units, while 240 from the country’s national teams in Olympic disciplines joined sports companies.

However, military personnel who have served the established term of military service have been discharged and sent to their places of residence.

The latest enlistment confirms Russia is shoring up its troops deployed to the ongoing special military operation in Ukraine ahead of the new year.

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A fortnight ago, European leaders reaffirmed their pledge to form a multinational force–under the aegis of the Coalition of the Willing–to assist Ukraine in securing land, skies, and seas.

The pledge is one of the six commitments the EU and heads of state developed for Ukraine’s security and economic recovery support measures.

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​In an interview with TASS on Sunday, ​Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov condemned Europe’s insistence on sending military forces to Ukraine.

We have said many times that our Armed Forces would view them as a legitimate target,” he said, warning that anyone who attacks Russia would face “a devastating blow.”

 

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How Our Airstrikes Stopped Christmas Attacks In Nigeria — US Lawmaker

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Riley Moore, a member of the United States House of Representatives from West Virginia’s 2nd District, has linked the absence of Christmas attacks in Nigeria this year to US military airstrikes carried out against Islamist militants on Christmas Day.

In a post on his official X account on Saturday, Moore contrasted the situation with the past two Christmas seasons, during which he claimed Christians were killed in attacks across parts of Nigeria.

The lawmaker noted that this year’s response targeted extremist groups instead of marking another period of violence.

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He added that US forces acted decisively against militants in coordination with the Nigerian government.

For the past two Christmases, Christians have been murdered in Nigeria. This year, thanks to @POTUS, Radical Islamic Terrorists were on the receiving end of 12 Tomahawk missiles as a present.

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“The successful strikes on ISIS, in coordination with the Nigerian government, are just the first step to secure the country and end the slaughter of our brothers and sisters in Christ,” Moore wrote.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that American forces had conducted deadly strikes against Islamic State terrorists in north-western Nigeria.

Trump, who spoke via his Truth Social platform, warned that more attacks would follow if the militants continued killing Christians, adding that the Department of War executed numerous “perfect strikes.”

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