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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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Welcoming Dr. Khendi White
Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. Cardiologist Dr. Khendi White—who joins Cardiovascular Consultants this month—saw this daunting statistic as a challenge when considering her career. “During medical school, I felt that with the ongoing clinical research and advancements in the field, that it was here I could...
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Many Medicare TV ads may not be able to give you the information you need about your options, but Bernie Davidson, 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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Safety tips to weather fall
October is National Fire Prevention Month, and a good time to give thought to how safe your home’s indoor/outdoor electrical is. Here are a few precautionary tips I’ve learned over the years. Fall is when you should safely store your warm-weather tools like the lawn mower and pull out cold weather tools such as your snowblower...
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Here are the telltale signs the time is right now for a new roof
You often hear people say, “As long as I have a roof over my head, I feel blessed.” We couldn’t agree more. But while your roof is an elemental part of your home, it often gets overlooked. The average life of a roof made of asphalt shingles is 25 years, and roofs made of metal can last 50 years or more. Workmanship is...
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