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Designed to be simple yet bold, all of the practical accessories made at Anne Cate are unique works of art
At the tender age of 19, Anne Skoch was in her dorm room at Kent State when inspiration struck. The fashion merchandising major decided to make pillows featuring the Cleveland skyline in black silhouette to decorate her space. A shared Facebook post about it and hundreds of likes later, the pillows begat a handbag that begat a wristlet that begat...
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Wills bought online
It seems as if there’s very little left in life that cannot be accomplished online. But if you think drafting your last will and testament via the internet would save you time and money, think again. Local elder law and estate planning expert Attorney Margaret T. Karl offers her take. “There are lots of disadvantages to going with a...
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Deciding which is the best insurance for you and your family
Over the last year, many people may have found themselves permanently or temporarily out of work. With life as we know it back in full swing, a return to a previous job or the start of a new one may be on your horizon. If it is, healthcare benefits will likely play a role in your decision-making process. Some employers offer the traditional...
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Demystifying Medicare
As you approach your 65th birthday, you may have noticed a dramatic increase in the amount of mail you’re getting—and the number of phone calls. That’s because people can select their Medicare plan before they turn 65. But choosing a Medicare plan may not be as simple as checking off a box. Do you go with Part A, Part B, Part C,...
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Wine, watermelon and libido
Let’s explore an old wives’ tale. Jim Sperk, of the Northern Ohio Wine Guild, credits Betty Kaufman, an independent wine consultant in Napa, CA, with the one about wine and watermelon. “There’s a story dating back to the 19th century about a town near a monastery in a region loaded with grapes and watermelons,” says Jim. “Several...
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