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Avoiding the storm chasers
You have probably heard the term “storm chasers” from the Weather Channel—men and women who fling themselves headlong into severe weather events for the sake of good TV. But there is another storm chaser far more common. These are unscrupulous, out-of-state “contractors” who knock on doors in the wake of storms and sell low-quality...
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Spring is finally here and it’s time for a professional power wash to rid your home of mold, mildew and winter grime
For a while there, we thought it would never happen: Spring. But the season has finally begun and with it comes plenty of home improvement projects, including ridding your home and concrete surfaces of mold, mildew and relentless winter grime. Nothing comes close to creating dramatic curb appeal like freshly cleaned vinyl siding and pristine...
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Lucky Shoes grand opening locations just in time for spring
When Joseph Luck emigrated from Kiev, Ukraine, in the early 1900s, he arrived through Ellis Island and became a tenement tailor in New York City before heading west to the booming rubber town of Akron, Ohio. He started selling clothing and boots from a push cart in 1914, and opened his first storefront in 1919. Now—103 years...
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Get strong, be confident and feel your best, at LifeWorks Fitness at Southwest General
The list of ways exercise impacts seniors’ well-being is profound. Studies have shown it prevents bone loss, heart disease, diabetes, obesity and hypertension, as well as boosts immunity, flexibility, balance, energy and self-confidence. It’s also been shown to reduce cognitive decline. “Exercise is essential for a healthy, happy...
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Now is a perfect time to take a minute to consider how we’re covered under insurance
It’s easy to forget about our need for health, dental and vision insurance until something forces us to think about it, like an annual check-up, an ache or pain, or even an injury or surgery. Now is a perfect time to take a minute to consider how we’re covered. We all know there are no guarantees in life, but during our prime working years...
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