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Gusty winds don’t stop Santa Sprint in Wellsville

BY KATHRYN ROSS WELLSVILLE — As the “ how-m a ny- d ays-u nt i lChristmas?” clock runs down, Wellsville celebrated the season with a successful Santa Sprint.

It was a dark and windy night Saturday when elves, reindeer and even a lion joined a variety of Santas who gathered at the Main Street fi rehall, to compete in the Santa Sprint, running from State Street to Pearl Street.

The event was hosted by the Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce as part of its Hometown Holidays festivities. Chamber Executive Director Bruce Thomas said there were more people who competed than he thought there would have been on such a blustery night.

A baker’s dozen held onto their hats as they braved the gusty winds and lined up at the starting line. Wellsville Mayor Randy Shayler thanked them for a¡ending before le¡ ing loose a blast from an air horn that sent the men, women and children scurrying toward the fi nish line three blocks away.

Before the send off, Shayler and School Superintendent David Foster were in charge of determining which three costumes were the best.

They liked the “Santa” costumes of children Hollee Nixon and Addy Hennessy the best and tipped their hats to the adults by selecting

Laura Kintner’s reindeer costume.

Despite the wind, the runners took less than 10 minutes to run the three blocks to the fi nish line. The Wellsville Police Department cleared the way by blocking the streets and closing Main Street.

At the dramatic fi nish, for the adults, Noah Joslyn crossed the crepe paper fi nish line fi rst, followed by Hollee Nixson.

Thomas awarded all the Chamber gi£ certificate prizes to the fi rst-place winners and the best costumed runners following the fi nish, thanking everyone for participating in the event.

“This is the fi rst time we’ve done this in many years, but thanks to you I think were going to do it again next year and do it a li¡le be¡er,” he said.

The Chamber’s Hometown Holidays celebration ends with Santa’s tour of the community on Saturday. The Wellsville Volunteer Fire Department will escort Santa around the village to spread holiday cheer. Santa will visit the southside of the village starting at 2 p.m. and the northside of the village at 3:30 p.m.

The Chamber members advise, “Listen for the sirens and holiday music and come outside and wave to Santa as

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Photo provided A tractor-trailer carries a load of Christmas wreaths to be placed at veterans’ graves in the Wreaths Across America event.

Wreaths Across America comes to Cuba cemeteries CUBA — A local effort for Wreaths Across America, a nationwide program that places wreaths on veteran’s graves in national cemeteries at Christmastime, is set for Dec. 18.

Last January, the Catharine Schuyler Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution set a goal to place wreaths on veterans’ graves in Allegany County. But that task is so big, coordinator Mary Lindquist said, that they are starting in Cuba this year, where they will place some

600 wreaths to complete the task.

The wreaths will be placed on graves in the Cuba and Catholic cemeteries. DAR members will place wreaths on a smaller cemetery behind the Cuba dam.

Tom Taylor has mapped out veterans’ gravesites in all three cemeteries in a book.

Each veteran is detailed with which branch they served in, any war in which they served, as well where their resting place is.

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ON DEC. 13, a tractor-trailer delivering the fi rst load of wreaths for the 2021 Bath Wreaths Across America Day was escorted by several law enforcement and public service partners, as well as the regional Patriot Guard Riders to the Bath National Cemetery, where Wreaths Across America will also be observed.

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The public is invited to participate in the placing of wreaths beginning at noon. The earliest arrival time that day is 11:30 a.m.

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Senior career development associate Maureen Sibble is excited to see the space open.

“This is an expansion of the services we offer our students,” she said. “On top of students working on their resumes and interviewing skills with our office, now we can provide them with clothing to make a great first impression.”

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Started as a philanthropy project by Jerome Thomas in 2016, TIE has grown into its own club on campus.

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Allegany County officials urge residents to vaccinate, help stem COVID wave

BY BOB CLARK

overall immunity, Shaw said, increasing the number BELMONT — Get vacci- of breakthrough cases — casnated. Wear a mask. Stay es among those who are fully home when you’re sick. Avoid vaccinated. social gatherings. Wash your hands.

Those five things, Allegany County health officials say, are what is needed to fend off the COVID-19 pandemic crippling the county’s healthcare system.

County officials and representatives from healthcare and emergency medical response hosted an online-only press briefing Dec. 7, calling on the community to do more to fight the pandemic.

Tyler Shaw, head of the county health department, pointed to one statistic as the primary driver of the pandemic.

“We have the lowest vaccination rate in the state,” he said. “If we plan to get out of this pandemic, we have to move forward as one unit, one community.

According to the state Jones Memorial Hospital Department of Health, 45.8% of county residents had reSince August, about 21.5% ceived at least one dose of vaccine — compared to a state- of all reported cases have been among those with a full wide figure of 74.8%. vaccine series, with around Another 127 people test600 such cases reported out of ed positive for COVID-19 almost 3,000 since that time. over this past weekend in However, he noted that Allegany County, while two even with lower effectiveness more have died. against stopping the disease, On Dec. 13, the Allegany vaccines have been shown to County Department of reduce severity and the posHealth reported 127 new sibility of death. cases since Dec. 10, bringing As an example, he noted the total to date to 6,732. Two deaths were also reported the average age of death in since Dec. 9, bringing the to- 2020 was 77 — when virtually no vaccinations were tal to 126. available — compared to the To date, 6,402 recoveries unvaccinated average age of had been reported.

69 and not only fewer deaths What is making the lat- among the vaccinated but est wave see higher illness also a higher average age of figures than previous waves 82 in the first 11 months of the when li le to no vaccinations year. had been administered, Shaw County Board of said, are a combination of the Legislators Chairman Curt more-contagious delta variCrandall, R-Belfast, urged ant of COVID-19 and cooler the media, government offiweather driving people incials and others watching the doors where disease can livestream to do their best to spread faster. spread awareness of vaccines Increasing variants and and precautions. low overall vaccination “Those in the health care rates lower the community’s

profession are ge ing tired” a er almost two solid years of pandemic crisis, Crandall said, encouraging residents to “listen to your health care

legislators that they were projecting a spike in cases after Thanksgiving due to low vaccination rates and fatigue over restrictions.

provider … Get vaccinated, and be protective of yourself and your family.”

The county has taken no steps toward mandates — such as a mask mandate in public places like Erie County, or vaccine mandates such as in New York City.

However, masks are required to be worn by all visitors to county-owned buildings.

Gov. Kathy Hochul ordered the reimplementation of a statewide mask mandate in public places where a vaccination requirement is not imposed.

The latest COVID-19 wave began in September, said James Helms, CEO of Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville. In October, Helms told the county

“That spike is here now, and without any change in what we’re doing on a day-today basis, we’ll see another a er Christmas,” Helms said.

Between June and Aug., 17 COVID patients and one death were reported at the hospital, accounting for 69 patient-days in the hospital.

From September to Friday, there were 133 COVID patients, 12 deaths, and over 1,000 patient-days.

In addition to fighting the illness among patients, hospital staff have lost 399 days due to COVID-19 illness and quarantine, plus another 45 days to care for family members.

“I ask that you support your friends and family … and get vaccinated,” he said.

Dr. Jackie Anderson, a

doctor in the emergency deWhile 21 patients have partment at JMH, said the been treated with monoclonumber of COVID patients nal antibodies — lab-created has increased eight-fold and molecules that act as substivaccination is the key to eastute antibodies to help fight infections — “this is not a substitute for vaccines,” she said.

As an example, on a recent day there were 11 patients waiting for beds in the ninebed ER, Anderson said. Of those, “nine were COVID, most were unvaccinated and all needed oxygen.”

In addition, “we must still be prepared to treat other patients even when all of our beds are full,” she said, adding some patients that normally would have stayed in the hospital have to be transferred to hospitals hours away due to the overload.

County residents who are vaccinated continue to make up a minority, the state Department of Health reported.

State figures Dec. 13 showed File photo that 46.2% of county residents have at least one dose — up from 45.8% a week ago — including 53.5% of adults. ing the situation.

Residents with a completed “Every single physician, vaccine series make up 42.5% nurse practitioner and phy- of the county’s population. sician assistant at Jones All three figures remain Memorial Hospital was vacthe lowest in the state. By cinated before any vaccine comparison, 75.4% of state mandate was implemented residents have at least one because we have seen how awful this disease is and we dose, including 86.8% of trust this vaccine,” she said. adults. Those with a full vac“Please, do not make a deci- cine series make up 67.9% sion to avoid vaccination of state residents, including without consulting your 79% of adults. Five counties primary care physician… have more than 80% of the this disease is dangerous, population with at least one and threatens you and those dose, while almost 20 have broken 70%. around you.”

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he passes by before he heads back to the North Pole.”

The holiday fun and spirit of Christmas continues with the last of the Hometown Holiday drawings. Enter at one of the participating stores before Friday and listen for the winner at 4 p.m.

Saturday on WLSV radio.

Also, on Saturday and Sunday, the Grande Theater will be offering free holiday

movies. “Home Alone” will be at 2 p.m. and “Home Alone Two” will be at 4 p.m.

Saturday. “Elf” will be shown at 2 p.m. and “A Christmas Story” at 4 p.m. Sunday.

The members of Grace United Church are hosting a public Christmas caroling event at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Green Space on Main Street and they are inviting everyone to join in this traditional holiday celebration.

On Dec. 27, the David A. Howe Library will show the movie “Muppets Le ers to Santa” at 10:30 a.m. and noon, and on Dec. 28 it will show “It’s a Wonderful Life” at 2 and 4 p.m.

Allegany County DoH announces December clinic schedule BELMONT — The Allegany County Department of Health has set its December clinic schedules.

Immunization clinics will be available in Belmont by appointment from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 20.

Reproductive and Sexual Health will be available by appointment from 9 a.m to 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 23 in Alfred on Thursday and in Belmont on Dec. 16.

Pregnancy testing and Pap Clinic is available at all Reproductive Health Clinics by appointment only COVID-19 vaccines are available by appointment only at Belmont Fire Hall on Wednesday (Moderna) from 1 to 5 p.m. (J&J0 and Dec. 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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If you have an upcoming appointment, someone from the WIC office will call you approximately one week prior to your appointment.

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DANSVILLE — State Sen. George Borrello and Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes hosted a roundtable on small business Wednesday to gather input on the challenges owners face as state and local economies work to recover from the fi nancial hardships of the past two years.

Representatives from the region’s hospitality, manufacturing, health care and insurance/fi nancial sectors participated in the forum.

“Small businesses employ more than half of New Yorkers, so it is critically important that we listen to them and work in partnership to help them succeed and thrive,” Borrello, R-Chautauqua County, said.

“When they do well, New York state does well.”

A focal point of the discussion were persistent staffi ng shortages in a number of industries, which several participants cited.

Borrello said the state has a labor shortage despite the fact that New York still has one of the worst unemployment numbers in the nation at a recession-level rate of 6.8%, while the national average is 4.6%.

“That is a clear sign that our economic recovery is being severely hindered by bad government policy out of Albany,” the senator said.

Joe Bucci of American Rock Salt noted that their business has been challenged by an ongoing lack of workers that predates the pandemic. He

said that schools need to devote more focus to the career opportunities in technical fields and the skilled trades.

“If you gave kids a taste of the trades, you may fi nd that you’ve got kids with fouryear college degrees who will graduate and then open their plumbing business or welding business,” Bucci said. “Our system doesn’t allow us to do that.”

Borrello said workforce development and the need for more robust career and technical education options in middle and high schools is something he’s advocated for years.

“There is tremendous demand for people in the skilled trades — electricians, plumbers, welders, HVAC technicians, just to name a few,” he said. “Employers are desperate for workers in these fields, and the pay is excellent and, with experience, can easily reach into the six figures.”

Borrello said for decades schools worked to funnel most students into the four-year college career path, without educating them about the opportunities offered by technical and trades careers. He said the current labor shortage in the skilled trades is the consequence of that, although change has begun and there is a stronger emphasis on exposing students to the trades, as well as new STEM and technical curriculums.

Another topic of interest was rising energy costs and the bo om-line impact they are having on many businesses. Borrello noted that the

aggressive climate goals and proposals like the Climate and Community Investment Act (CCIA) are poised to raise energy costs within the state even further.

Bucci said, because labor costs are fi xed, “We aren’t just competing for work here in Livingston County. Our competition is in Pennsylvania, Maine, Vermont and other New England states. The only way we can be competitive, because the wages we can’t necessarily control because we are a union company — is in our energy costs, so we have a big concern about that.”

Challenges around the legalization and the eventual sale of marijuana in New York were also cited as areas of concern

for several of the businesses represented. Borrello and Byrnes noted the disparities in the rules pertaining to consumption of marijuana and those for alcohol, stressing that it is a major public safety issue for hospitality businesses, employers and local government.

Participants also voiced concern over steep increases in unemployment insurance rates, which are eating into their bo om line. Borrello said business owners expressed their belief that the state shouldn’t burden employers with the responsibility for replenishing the state’s depleted Unemployment Insurance Fund, as massive layoffs were the result of government-mandated shutdowns.

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This tutor will work one-on-one with students, but could also be required to teach in a small group setting. The candidate must be an effective teacher who will have the ability to teach high school equivalency level material in Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. The position requires basic computer skills, high attention to detail, and initiative. A BA/BS degree is required. For the full job description, visit the agency’s Facebook page. To apply, mail a cover letter, resume, and references to STTT, Inc. PO Box 31, Wellsville, NY 14895. You can also apply by email to sttt1@verizon.net.

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

Town of Wellsville still wrestling with highway position

BY KATHRYN ROSS WELLSVILLE — While he was engaged operating a snowplow the night of Dec. 7, the Wellsville Town Board decided on the employment status of Brian Smith.

A 25-year employee of the town highway department as a heavy mechanic equipment operator (HMEO), Smith was suddenly tasked with overseeing the entire operation of the highway department when at November’s regular board meeting the highway superintendent unexpectedly handed in his resignation. At a special meeting two weeks later, Smith, a union employee, was made acting highway superintendent.

Earlier this week, the

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EARLIER THIS MONTH, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution designating Saturday, Dec. 18, as “Wreaths Across America Day.” A convoy of volunteers will travel from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery to lay Maine-made balsam wreaths at the headstones of American veterans interred there.

Wreaths Across America got its start in 1992, when the Worcester Wreath company of Harrington, Maine, found themselves with a

board clarified Smith’s appointment and employment status. Until otherwise decided, or until the November 2022 election (if he runs for the highway superintendent post) Smith will continue as an HMEO, operating the snowplows and other equipment at his regular hourly rate and will receive a $13,500 monthly stipend for the added superintendent duties.

He was officially approved as deputy highway superintendent acting as highway superintendent.

Town Supervisor Shad Alsworth said this will save the town $39,000 for not fully funding the position by hiring a new superintendent.

However, a former town highway department

employee, Thad Lorshbaugh, who is currently employed by the state Department of Transportation, a ended the board meeting Tuesday and announced his intention of running for the highway superintendent office in 2022.

“This isn’t for retirement or a title,” he said. “I just really want to make a difference for the town.”

Before leaving the highway department, Lorshbaugh faced off against former highway superintendent Dean Arnold, his boss at the time, in a Republican primary, which Lorshbaugh lost. He will have to pass petitions this spring to get on the ballot.

As for the supervision of Island Park, a post previously

held by the highway superintendent, the town board is in discussion with the county to see what can be done to change and fill the position.

Alsworth said there will be no decision until spring.

The town board is still not fully staffed. A member is needed to fill a position vacated in September until the 2022 election. Alsworth previously said that should anyone be interested in filling the position they should contact the town clerk or one of the current board members.

At the meeting the board also discussed several ma ers concerning the airport. The biggest, was the purchase of hangars located on the northeast side of the airport complex at a cost of approximately

$965,000, which is offset by a 90% Federal Aviation Administration grant.

“Basically we’re ge ing a million dollar property for less than $100,000,” Alsworth said.

He explained that the town has been anxious to purchase the property for the last 15 years and that the addition will allow the airport to expand and offer more services.

The board also approved the purchase of a new sign for the airport at a cost a li le more than $1,900 from the local firm Certified Traffic Controllers.

Before adjourning, the board:

surplus of wreaths near the end of the holiday season.

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With the help of Maine Sen. Olympia Snowe, arrangements were made for the wreaths to be placed in Arlington.

The annual tribute went on quietly for several years, until 2005, when a photo of the stones at Arlington, adorned with wreaths and covered in snow, circulated around the internet. Suddenly, the project received national a ention. Thousands of requests poured in from all over the country from people wanting to help.

Today, Wreaths Across America coordinates wreathlaying ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea and abroad.

• Approved a $25,086.29 contract (a less than $500 increase from 2021) with the Wellsville ambulance service.

• Approved dog shelter agreements with the towns of Alma, Andover, Willing and Independence, depending on the approval of those town boards.

• Passed a resolution for a tax exemption for people over age 65 making less than $19,500 per year.

The town board will hold an organizational meeting at 7 p.m. Dec. 29.

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How to avoid foggy eyeglasses Billions of people across the globe need eyeglasses to drive a car, read a book, watch television, and perform a host of other tasks of daily life.

Although glasses are highly effective, people who wear them understand they may have to make a few concessions while doing so. Unlike contact lenses, which sit directly on the eye, glasses rest on the bridge of the nose. They may slightly impede peripheral vision or even slip down if not properly fi ed. Those accustomed to wearing glasses in the cold weather understand fogging of the lenses is a nuisance they may be forced to confront. That nuisance became even more profound when masks became a musthave accessory to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Glasses may fog due to the formation of condensation on the lens surface, which happens when moving from a cold outdoor environment into a warm indoor one.

This is a problem that has affected eyeglass wearers for some time, including health professionals who o en wear masks. The issue has become even more widely known due to the sheer number of people who have been wearing face masks as a public health safety measure.

So how does one counteract the condensation and fogging that occurs from both winter weather and increased mask usage? There are a few different methods, but eyeglass wearers should always consult with an

optometrist to verify the safety and efficacy of any method before trying it.

Use soapy water A 2011 study published in the Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England found that washing eyeglasses in soapy water and shaking off the excess can help reduce fogginess.

A erward, let the spectacles air dry before pu ing them back on. The soapy water leaves behind a thin surfactant fi lm that reduces surface tension and causes the water molecules to spread out evenly into a transparent layer. This can help prevent fogging.

Use a commercial product Antifogging products are widely used to prevent fogging of scuba masks or ski goggles.

Get a mask that fits tightly Make sure the mask fits securely over the nose, advises The Cleveland Clinic.

Also, a mask with a nose bridge will help keep warm exhaled breath from exiting up to the glasses. Use your glasses to help seal the mask on your face by pulling the mask up higher on the nose.

Block breath with a tissue The AARP suggests placing a folded tissue between your mouth and the mask. The tissue will absorb the warm, moist air, preventing it from rising up to reach the glasses.

Adjust the fit of glasses Choosing glasses that sit further away from the face can improve air circulation and reduce the formation of condensation.

Consider other options If these tricks seem like a lot of work, you also can speak to an eye doctor about contact lenses or eye surgery.

Fogging of glasses has been a problem for some time, but has become more widespread thanks to the use of masks during the pandemic.

How to create a winter-friendly outdoor living space For many homeowners, the arrival of fall and winter marks an end to time spent lounging and dining al fresco on the patio. But cold air does not necessarily mean patio furniture must be packed up until flowers bloom anew in spring.

In its 2017 Home Design Trends Survey, the American Institute of Architects found that consumers continue to emphasize practical features that expand the functionality of their homes via heavy investment in outdoor living spaces. The survey found that the popularity of outdoor living spaces increased by 72 percent between 2012 and 2017, highlighting just how much homeowners enjoy spending time outdoors. By taking measures to make their outdoor living spaces winterproof, homeowners can enjoy these areas of their homes even more.

• Cover your deck. A covered deck may appear to make the space less enjoyable during spring and summer.

However, covered decks can protect residents from the sun on especially hot days while also making the space more functional in winter.

An overhead shelter on a deck can be outfi ed with heaters (and fans to provide a cooling effect in summer) and allow residents to sit outside and watch snow fall without ge ing wet.

• Plant the right trees.

Coniferous trees prevent wind, which can be especially harsh in winter.

Homeowners who are unsure about which direction wind typically comes from can consult a landscape architect to determine where to plant the trees to ensure they’re most effective.

• Fire up the patio. A fi repit or fi replace can warm up an outdoor living area, making such a space warm and cozy even on a cold winter night.

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• Install lighting. The sun sets early in winter, so homeowners won’t be able to rely on natural light to illuminate their outdoor living spaces well into the

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How to prepare for an extended power outage Planning ahead can help make adverse situations more manageable. Such is the case when storms strike and the power goes out. Extended power outages may not be pleasant, but some proactive planning can make it easier to withstand blackouts.

• Establish a local support network. Support can be just as valuable as supplies when confronting power outages.

The American Red Cross urges individuals to identify people who can help them during an extended power outage. Such individuals may help you stay at home or evacuate if the power will be out for a lengthy period of time. Support networks can include relatives who live in nearby towns, but also neighbors. A single street can be served by different substations and main power lines, so friends or neighbor across the street may keep their power when your house does not, or vice versa. When the power goes out, support networks can pool their resources in various ways, including sharing refrigerators or allowing neighbors without power to access the internet.

Such support makes it easier for everyone to get through the outage with as li­le interruption to their lives as possible.

• Print a list of important contacts. If the power is out, it’s only a ma­er of time before smartphones lose their ba­ery power. Phones can always be plugged into vehicles to get a quick power boost, but that’s not the most practical way to keep phones charged, especially if local roads are closed. A printed list of important contacts, including nearby relatives like seniors who may be incapacitated, doctors and school officials, ensures people whose phone ba­eries have died can still contact their loved ones and other important individuals so long as they can use

a neighbor’s or a loved one’s phone.

• Learn to use your generator. Consumer Reports notes that improper operation of a generator can quickly prove deadly. If carbon monoxide concentrations are too high,

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generators upon purchasing them so they aren’t forced to endure a trial by fire when the power goes out.

• Stock up on essentials.

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sure to date each container of water and replace it every six months. Keep some extra coolers in the house so food can be stored on ice before it spoils in the refrigerator or freezer. In addition, make sure there’s enough blankets in the house to keep everyone

warm overnight, as it’s not can be a nuisance. Planning can make blackouts more safe to use outdoor heaters for such outages in advance manageable. indoors. Stock up on ba erypowered lights and candles to light the house at night, but make sure all candles are extinguished before going to bed.

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Tips before buying new tires Though vehicles can’t function without them, tires are something few drivers think about until something goes wrong. A roadside flat tire or a tire rotation recom mendation from a mechanic during a routine oil change appointment may be the only time many drivers give much thought to their tires. That no doubt leads to some confusion about what to do when tires inevitably need to be replaced.

The automotive resource Kelley Blue Book notes that the life expectancy of most tires falls between 25,000 and 50,000 miles. That’s a big gap, and car owners can check their vehicle manuals to see if their vehicle manufacturer recommends a more specific replacement interval. It’s worth noting that mileage is not the only barometer drivers should use to determine if they need to buy new tires. The following tips can help drivers determine if now is the time to outfit their vehicle with new tires.

• Measure the tread. KBB notes that a tire assessment should always include measuring the amount of remaining tread. Drivers can do this on their own in various ways.

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test is a popular way to determine if remaining tread if the some of the forehead is concealed.

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lead to more uneven wear on the new tires. That’s a costly mistake. KBB notes that poor wheel alignment or suspension issues are typically to blame for uneven wear. This issue can be fixed and should be addressed prior to purchasing a new set of tires.

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