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Exclusively at Next to Me in Mentor, famed handbag designer Timmy Woods will be onsite to autograph her wildly popular pieces

Custom made. Limited edition. Collectible. Handcrafted. One of a kind. All words to describe the ethos of Timmy Woods’ designer handbags. Her pieces have graced the wrists of celebrities walking the red carpets at the Academy Awards and Emmys as well as television shows such as Sex in the City. Sarah Jessica Parker chose the Swarovski-crystal...

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Caring for someone with cancer can take a toll, and The Helicopter Daughter offers encouragement, support and products that make life easier

Karen Hadden was an accidental “helicopter daughter.” Through circumstances involving the physical and emotional needs of both of her parents, Karen became their caregiver, organizer, and took on many other roles she never anticipated. The term “helicopter parent” is defined as a parent who oversees, or hovers over, every aspect of a...

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Many Medicare TV ads may not be able to give you the information you need about your options, but Scott McEvoy, with HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, certainly does

Flip to any channel, and you’re likely to see Medicare commercials during this time. You may not get all the information you need to make your Medicare plan decision. There could be several options with various benefits and costs. These commercials may offer a phone number to call and speak with a licensed insurance agent about your options,...

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What will you include?

Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek, instructed in his will that his ashes be scattered in outer space. They were launched into orbit via satellite in 1997. While this request might seem out-of-this-world, there’s actually a lot you can include in your will beyond the customary who gets what. I caught up with local elder care attorney...

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Laketran is offering free rides to Veterans during the week of November 7-12, and all year for medical appointments

Though Veterans Day only comes around once a year (Friday, November 11), Laketran recognizes our local heroes every day. For the past 25 years, the regional public transit system has honored them through the Veterans Medical Transportation service. Veterans and their spouses and attendants receive free Dial-a-Ride transportation to medical...

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