Paxtyn Merten

Paxtyn Merten is a senior data reporter for Stacker on the money desk. She is based in Seattle and previously worked for the Puget Sound Business Journal as a data reporter and beat reporter covering technology, transportation, and education.

Technology

6 ways digital accessibility is good for business

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Careers & Education

A tale of two nurses: How average travel nurse compensation compares to all US nurse salaries

An African American nurse wearing glasses using a stethoscope on male patient resting in bed.

Cannabis

Where cannabis is supporting tax revenue the most

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Military

How does the VA support the nearly half of veterans who are 65 and older?

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Social Issues

How the racial wage gap has fallen—and risen—over the past two decades

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Business & Economy

Import costs in these industries are keeping prices high

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Social Issues

Facial recognition, biometrics largely accepted in tech, but some remain wary of certain uses

A woman scans face using facial recognition system on smartphone.

Health

States where the most people are receiving substance use treatment

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Business & Economy

Small banks emerge as the top source for small business financing

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Business & Economy

The county receiving the most Small Business Administration loans in each state