Alternate watching films: Both of you probably have all-time favorite movies, but they may not be the same films. Encourage bonding time by queueing up two separate films to watch, yours and your significant other’s. Whether one is a rom-com and the other is an action flick, watch them in succession while cuddling on the sofa.
Love is to the heart what the summer is to the farmer’s year — it brings to harvest all the loveliest flowers of the soul.
~Author Unknown
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Western New York’s Genesee Valley is packed with scenic routes that are perfect for a spring or summer drive. One local favorite is Route 39, which stretches through picturesque farmland, rolling hills, and charming small towns like Leicester and Castile. For those seeking a peaceful drive with a view, Letchworth State Park’s Park Road offers an unforgettable ride— especially near the Middle Falls overlook. Pack a picnic, roll the windows down, and enjoy the open road that’s right in your backyard.
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The PathStone Weatherization Assistance Program is available for income-eligible households in Monroe County located outside of the city limits.
CARE FOR TOOLS PROPERLY
Homeowners often choose to save money and learn valuable skills by doing their own home improvement projects. These minor or major renovations are made much more successful by having the right tools for the job. Investing in good tools can be smart, but those tools are only effective if they are accessible and in good repair. Homeowners who emphasize taking care of their tools can make DIY projects that much easier and more rewarding.
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WAYS TO MAKE HOMES SAFER
One of the easiest ways to reduce the risk of falls is to improve lighting around the home. The National Institutes of Health state that adequate lighting is important at entrances to the home, stairways, hallways, and other frequently traversed areas. Make sure lighting fixtures are using the highest wattage light bulb allowed. Artificial lighting sources become even more vital in fall and autumn, when natural light is less abundant in a home. In addition, install lighting outdoors by the front door, over the garage and where garbage pails are stored to facilitate safe passage.
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With the number of U.S. high school graduates projected to steadily decline through 2041 according to the College Board and Lumina Foundation, what do you think will be the biggest impact on American society?
- Shrinking workforce and economic slowdown
- Strain on Social Security and aging population support
- Fewer college graduates and reduced innovation
- Changes in housing and urban development
- Greater emphasis on immigration to sustain population
- All of the above
- None of the above
Poll ends 06-17-2025
Poll ended 06-10-2025
With 90+ wildfires burning across Canada and air quality alerts currently rising in the Midwest and Great Plains, NY meteorologists anticipate smoke here for the the next few days. How concerned are you about air quality this year?
25.0% Quite concerned
50.0% A little concerned
25.0% Not really concerned
Keep it covered. Covered bins can serve as a seating area and also a place to store shoes, hats and scarves.
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have outgrown their yards, overpowering the landscape. Autumn and winter, when trees largely go dormant and fallen leaves make it easier to see the branches beneath, may be prime times to prune. Pruning during the dormant period also minimizes sap loss and stress to the tree, and can help cut down on the growth of fungi. In addition, insects are less likely to be problematic during the colder months of the year.
to Do with Your Old Electronics (Family Features) Mobile phones, laptops, tablets, game consoles, cameras - electronic
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part of American life. In fact, Americans own an average of 24 electronic products per household, according to the Consumer Electronics Association. With technology changing so rapidly and new “it” devices hitting the market every few months, a lot of those devices get discarded quickly. That adds up to a lot of potential e-waste. Fortunately, it’s easier than ever to keep old electronics out of the waste stream.
Donate. Donations give schools, nonprofits and lower-income families access to equipment they might not otherwise afford. Before donating, check with the organization to see what they need.
Trade Up. If you are ready to upgrade to something new, programs such as RadioShack’s Trade & Save let you swap retired technology for store credit toward your purchase.
Recycle. Electronics in nonworking condition should be recycled. Check www.Earth911.com or www.e-stewards.org to find a recycling center near you.
Don’t Forget the Batteries. Recycling your rechargeable batteries is another easy step you can take.
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By Fifi Rodriguez
1. AD SLOGANS: Which retail chain urges consumers to “Expect More. Pay Less”?
2. MATH: What is an obelus?
3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president was the last to own slaves?
4. LITERATURE: Author Ian Fleming’s Jamaican estate has the same name as which James Bond movie?
5. TELEVISION: How many seasons of “Wheel of Fortune” did Pat Sajak host?
6. SCIENCE: What are cordyceps?
7. MOVIES: Which actor/comedian/filmmaker made his film debut in the movie “Donnie Darko”?
8. ACRONYMS: What does the acronym BBC stand for?
9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the only bird that can fly backward?
10. FOOD & DRINK: What is a mirepoix?
ANSWERS
Target.
Ulysses Grant.
“GoldenEye.”
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A type of fungus or mushroom.
Seth Rogen.
British Broadcasting Corp.
Hummingbird.
A recipe base of onion, celery and carrots.
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STRANGE
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By Lucie Winborne
* Walt Disney’s “The Three Little Pigs,” released in 1933, was seen as symbolic of the Great Depression, with the wolf representing the Depression and the three little pigs representing average citizens who eventually succeeded by working together.
Many people may be tempted to discard rusty tools that have gone unused and sat in a garage or shed for a significant period of time. But tools encrusted with rust do not need to be relegated to the trash bin, nor do gardeners have to toil for hours scraping and sanding off the rust. There’s a much easier way to restore rusty tools that relies on a common household ingredient: vinegar. Pour vinegar into a deep enough vessel to submerge the metal part ofthetool.Soakthetoolovernight. The next day, use a scouring pad to rub off the rust. If the tool is too big to fit into a can or bucket, simply wrap it with a vinegarsoaked rag and cover the whole tool with a tightly secured plastic bag. Follow the same procedure the next day. After all the rust is gone, rinse the tool in cool water and dry thoroughly. Then return it to regular usage.
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Grow, grow, grow your own veggies
Nothing beats the flavor of fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, but growing your own food benefits more than just your taste buds! Here are a few more great reasons to start a vegetable garden of your own or a community garden:
• Eating just-picked ripened vegetables from your garden lets you enjoy peak nutritional value over food that has been harvested, shipped and distributed to a grocery store.
• Gardening promotes functional fitness through movement. It also treats your body to fresh air and Vitamin D from the sunlight.
• Growing your own food reduces use of fossil fuels traditionally needed to transport produce from farms to grocers.
Getting started is as easy as picking an area that receives at least six hours of daylight exposure, whether it’s a plot of earth or a raised planter box. Find out what grows well in your area by talking to neighbors or vendors at your local farmers’ market, then start small with something you really enjoy eating!
All-Natural Strategies to Safely Protect Fruits and Vegetables
• Plant gardens in raised beds. Raised beds can eliminate some garden infiltration by small critters that come up and under from the ground, such as rabbits, gophers, groundhogs, slugs, and some other crawling pests.
• Prepare homemade insecticide. The environmental information site Treehugger provides information on making a homemade insecticide from vegetable oil and a mild soap. Use one cup of oil with one tablespoon of soap (such as Dr Bronner’s castile soap). Add this mixture to one quart of water in a spray bottle. This concoction can eradicate aphids, mites, thrips, and more by coating insects’ bodies and effectively suffocating them. Soap-and-water sprays or even neem oil sprays work similarly.
• Sprinkle diatomaceous earth. Diatomaceous earth, commonly known as DE, is an abrasive powder comprised of fossilized algae diatoms. It’s commonly used as a filter medium in swimming pools, but also makes an effective pesticide. The material’s abrasive and absorbent qualities draw moisture out of insects, essentially dehydrating them to death. DE can be sprinkled around the base of plants, but will need to be reapplied a er rain and watering.
• Space out plants. Tightly planted crops create a breeding ground for fungal diseases and also provide hiding spots and warmth for pests. Leaving room between plants can help avoid these issues, according to Gardening Channel.
• Use row covers or garden mesh. Many plants can be covered all year long as long as the covers are li ed during flowering if the crops depend on pollination by bees. Veggiemesh® is a cover that can be laid over plants.
• Interplant crops in the garden. Interplanting is a technique that involves alternating crops, herbs and flowers to confuse the pests so they have a difficult time finding what they want to eat. Alternate rows of vegetables with herbs and flowers that appeal to beneficial insects.
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Juneteenth stands for June 19, and commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. On June 19, 1865, General Order No. 3 was issued by Major General Gordon Granger at Galveston, Texas, proclaiming, “The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and hired labor.”
How is Juneteenth celebrated?
Juneteenth is often celebrated with cookouts, picnics, parades, family reunions, church services, concerts and other community festivities. Many people observe Juneteenth as a day of service. It’s also a time to reflect on history, recognize the wrongs of the past, build community, promote cultural awareness and focus on social justice.
Why didn’t the Emancipation Proclamation end slavery?
Although the Emancipation Proclamation declared all enslaved people in “rebellious” states legally free in 1863, it was not implemented in some southern states. The enslaved people of Texas were not effectively freed until federal troops took control of the state in 1865 and announced that enslaved people were emancipated by executive decree. This day came to be known as Juneteenth.
DID YOU KNOW?
Juneteenth was signed into law as a federal holiday by President Joe Biden on June 17, 2021. Teacher and activist Opal Lee, known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth” was instrumental in this effort. The holiday is also known as Juneteenth Independence Day, Freedom Day and Emancipation Day.
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SUNY BROCKPORT’S FANNIE BARRIER WILLIAMS PROJECT
Honors the Legacy of a Pioneering Reformer
BY SUZIE WELLS
“She speaks of her time, but also it echoes to now.”
DR. MICHAEL J. KRAMER
When Associate Professor of History, Dr. Michael J. Kramer, arrived at SUNY Brockport in 2019, the Liberal Arts building was being renamed to honor SUNY Brockport (at the time Brockport Normal School)’s first African American graduate, Fannie Barrier Williams. He wondered who the honoree was, and that question sparked a vibrant academic movement on campus.
A freeborn woman of mixed racial ancestry born and raised in Brockport (57 Erie Street was her childhood home), Fannie Barrier Williams (1855–1944) led a life that intertwined advocacy, artistry, intellect, and reform during one of the most transformational periods in American history. Raised in a town in which she said, “there could not have been a relationship more cordial, respectful, and intimate than that of our family and the white people of this community,” but when she went south to teach, she experienced such segregation, discrimination, and physical assault that she said, “Everything I learned and experienced in my innocent social relationships in NY had to be unlearned.”
Williams spoke at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, broke barriersasthefirstAfricanAmericanadmittedtotheeliteChicago Women’s Club, and pushed for the rights of African American women, working-class communities, and all who struggled under racism and sexism in the Progressive Era. She helped found the National League of Colored Women, served as Vice President of the Illinois Woman’s Alliance (a predominantly white organization at the time), and Williams was “the only Black American to eulogize Susan B Anthony at the National American Woman Suffrage Association Convention.”
Inspired by this multifaceted, fascinatinglegacy,Kramerlaunched the Fannie Barrier Williams Project at SUNY Brockport to not only explore her story, but to make her voice resonate with students and the broader public today. What began as personal curiosity became a full-scale public history initiative that bridges coursework, community engagement, digital humanities, and interdepartmental collaboration.
Dedication of SUNY Brockport’s Fannie Barrier Williams Liberal Arts Building 2022
Fannie Barrier Williams | Credit SUNY Brockport
Kramer says Williams “le a remarkable set of speeches and essays, so students (and I) were able to really listen directly to her voice coming down the years with perspectives on race relations, class relations in an industrializing America,religionandspirituality, education, art, and the place of women in society … She speaks of her time, but also it echoes to now.”
Reflecting on our nation’s current continued struggle with racism, sexism, inequality, and injustice, Kramer says, “Americans still are trying to figure out what it means to be free, how to advance as individuals and also, at the same time, create institutions and attitudes that help each other out in the world.” Williams “le something to say about her moment that also matters now,” Kramer adds.
Over 75 students have participated directly in the FBW Project through research seminars and independent studies, with many more encountering her story through displays, presentations, and outreach. Introduction to Public History and Fannie Barrier Williams Project courses offered unique opportunities for students to conduct research, analyze primary texts, and reimagine Williams’ legacy in today’s world.
One especially impactful moment came during a class visit to the Brockport Museum of Local History. Students saw firsthand the personal artifacts from Williams’ home—her organ, couch, and most remarkably, a misfiled scrapbook of her writings that had been unknowingly preserved for decades. e rediscovery of this scrapbook made history tangible and immediate for the students.
e FBW Project isn’t confined to the classroom. With support from the Mellon Foundation Digital Ethnic Futures TeachingConsortium,andcross-campuscollaborationswith Art, Social Work, African and African American Studies, and Women and Gender Studies, students have developed digital timelines, table tent cards, exhibition proposals, and posters—all based on Fannie Barrier Williams’ own words. ese projects asked students to think not only about research, but also about communication—how to share historical insight in accessible, meaningful ways.
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“Some students tried to imagine what she would do and say facing today’s problems,” Kramer notes. “What would a modern-day settlement house look like? How would she use social media? is kind of work helps students both do history and think forward.”
Dr. Kramer emphasizes that the project also highlights the value of public investment in education and historical inquiry. Kramer says we should all learn about those who came before us, especially in Western NY, a “hotbed in the 19th century of commerce [Erie Canal], abolitionism, religious freedom, and an embrace of freedom and liberty overall.” ose like Fannie Barrier Williams who were proud Western New Yorkers and worked to make the world a better place should be recognized and learned from.
Beyond the university, project leaders encourage community members to get involved. e project’s Friends of Fannie Barrier Williams initiative, co-organized by Social Work Professor Nicole Cesnales, invites public participation in preserving and promoting her memory—whether through grave site care, exhibitions at libraries and local events, or uncovering long-lost family materials. In fact, one mystery remains: while Williams was also a painter, none of her artworks are currently known to exist. Are they still out there in a local attic or archive? Project coordinators welcome community insights.
e FBW Project’s comprehensive website (see below), serves as a digital home for essays, timelines, quotations, and student-curated exhibits. It not only preserves Williams’ legacy but makes it available for anyone to engage with.
“People often ask, ‘History—what are you going to do with that?’ But the real question is, what can’t you do with that kind of learning? It helps young people ground themselves and position themselves in today’s world.”
Indeed, through Fannie Barrier Williams, students at SUNY Brockport are learning that history isn’t just something we study—it’s something we carry forward.
Learn more at: sunybrockporthistorydept.net/ fanniebarrierwilliamsproject
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Chili Public Library
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The vivid colors and smells emanating from farmers’ markets indicate just how fresh and nutritious the offerings tend to be. Farmers who peddle their wares at farmers’ markets adhere to careful farming methodstoensuretheirfoodsare as nutritious as possible.
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Shop Smart For Vintage Signs
Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
Antique shops are one venue for antique signs and coordinating pieces. Some sellers specialize in vintage signage. Antique stores are popular in many tourist towns and major cities, where more artistic neighborhoods tend to include one or more antique shops.If a particular antique store does not have what you are looking for, they may be able to secure certain pieces you desire from othervendors.
Shoppers looking for antique signs also can purchase reproductions. There are many retailers that produce very good likenesses that may be considerably more affordable than the originals. You also can commission an artist to reproduce signage that fits with your design plans. Some research online or a query of artists in your community may yield prospects who can produce thesignyoucovet.
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I was in a collision (safe and well, all repairable!), that really set me back and felt like a big hurdle to get through. A huge shout out to Kolb Family Automotive for taking so much stress away! Dan and the team stayed on top of everything and made it completely seamless. They answered my many questions with genuine respect and were incredibly kind–a complete shocker based on other car shop experiences I’ve had before. With kindness from day one, they truly reflected the personal touch of a family owned business. Thank you for being honest, professional, and quick to get me back on the road!
Leash your dogs!
At [local park] today, an off leash dog ran up to my dog and jumped up on me. Its owner yelled, “He’s friendly!” So what? You don’t know if MY dog is friendly or reactive. In public places, LEASH YOUR DOG. If you want your dog to run around off-leash, rent or build your own PRIVATE fenced in area. My dog was small, but next time your off leash dog approaches a less friendly, large dog, it could be really bad, violent, or even deadly. It’s common sense, be respectful of the park, and respectful of your community. You and your dog ain’t special. Next time I’m reporting you to the cop who was sitting across the street.
Appalling state of [local business] grounds
On a recent visit to [local business], I was very disturbed at the state of the outside of the building. Decorative trees that should be trimmed and shaped each year are overgrown. The trees are taller than the building and encroaching on each other to make it look like a jungle. Where shrubs were once planted to enhance the entrance way is now filled with only weeds and dried dirt. What would it take to have a company come in twice a year and trim trees and shrubs and do some clean up? The [local business] should be ashamed at the impression their patrons get when stopping in or driving past one of the most visited facilities in the [local town].
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DID YOU KNOW? When remodeling a home with the ultimate goal of making it more attractive to prospective buyers, homeowners can benefit from taking stock of current trends, including the style of home that’s most popular. According to a 2020 Homes.com survey of more than 5,000 adults across the United States, modern farmhouse is the most favored house style. The survey asked participants to choose from a selection of styles, including mid-century modern ranch, Spanish colonial/ southwest, bohemian craftsman, Italianate, French chateau, and Tudor. The modern farmhouse style was the most popular choice in 42 of the 50 states,proving that home style preference is not beholden to geography. Respondents gave a host of reasons for favoring the modern farmhouse look, including that the style is “aesthetically appealing but not boring” and that it looks “simple, cozy, and not too busy.”
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 75-year-old woman with a weight problem. My weight used to fluctuate from 130-160 pounds.Then I started to notice that I was losing weight slowly but surely on my regular diet. My doctor did not have an answer. Soon I got down to 95 pounds. My family urges me to eat more than I feel comfortable with. I weigh 104 pounds today.
Do you have any idea what could be causing this dramatic weight loss? I still struggle with keeping my weight up to 105 pounds! My height is 5 feet, 4 inches tall, and I really am quite “bony.” Thank you for any help you can give me. -- A.S.
ANSWER: When we see dramatic weight loss like yours (greater than 5% to 10% is generally considered important, and yours is greater than 30%), we think about a few important categories. Of course, some of these aren’t appropriate for you, but I want to give you an idea of what goes through a doctor’s head when we see a person with this much weight loss:
Unfortunately, cancer tends to leap to our minds, even though it’s not the most common cause. A full-body scan isn’t usually indicated or helpful. Instead, a careful and focused history and physical exam will often give clues as to whether cancer is likely.
In addition, doctors want to make sure that the person is up-to-date with their age-appropriate screenings, which include breast and colon cancer screenings in a 75-year-old woman. In a person with a history of smoking, I always consider lung cancer and will usually order at least an X-ray.
A condition that is commonly forgotten when thinking about weight loss is the inability to absorb food properly, and celiac disease is the most common disease to cause this. Diarrhea is common but not always present with this condition.
People can lose calories through their kidneys as well, and diabetes is by far the most likely cause of this, although there are rare other causes. Excess urination is universal in uncontrolled diabetes but can be minimized by the patient.
Endocrine disorders, especially hyperthyroidism, often cause weight loss.
Mental health issues, especially depression, are very commonly associated with weight loss. Anorexia nervosa is uncommon but not impossible in older adults.
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* On June 18, 1923, the first Checker Cab rolls off the line at the Checker Cab Manufacturing Company in Kalamazoo, Michigan. America’s version of the London taxi would continue to be built until 1982.
Any serious disease -- heart, lung, liver and others -- can also cause serious weight loss. Some medications can cause unexpected weight loss as well.
Chronic infections are another important cause of unexplained weight loss. Tuberculosis, HIV and viral hepatitis are the most common, but there are many uncommon and rare infections.
As adults get older, some degree of weight loss is expected, but it is the degree and speed of the weight loss that needs to be considered when deciding whether this is a serious medical issue. Since it sounds like your weight loss has come on quickly, this is more concerning but a bit less so since it seems like it has stabilized. Still, were you my patient, I’d recommend a more thorough evaluation than it sounds like you’ve had.
I learned a valuable lesson after I made a home visit to give a patient a thorough medical evaluation about her continued weight loss. I found that she had inadequate food at home and was too embarrassed to tell me.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.
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Hi, I’m Frankie. My mother just adopted me from the shelter. I love eating treats, looking out the window, playing with my toys at night and sleeping in my fort.
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Typical bird care: Parrotlets, like other small birds, should stay in an environment with a consistent temperature and away from drafts. Cages should not be placed in direct sunlight, and the birds do better in square or rectangular cages. Seed for small birds as well as fresh vegetable and fruit offerings are tolerated.Check with a veterinarian or bird expert as to which fresh foods are acceptable.
HOUSEBREAKING PUPPIES
Err on the side of caution at the start and take the pup outside once every 30 to 60 minutes to establish a system of reward and praise for going outside.
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By Sam Mazotta
Ra lesnakes are a risk for dogs
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I moved from a suburb to the mountains a couple of months ago,and while my dogs are thrilled to have several acres to run free on, I’m terrified that they will be bitten by rattlesnakes. A neighbor said that they are plentiful out here. How can I prevent this, and what do I do if they get bitten? -- Larry in Tennessee
DEAR LARRY: While there is always a risk of a dog getting injured by something out in the countryside, it’s important not to let fear get the best of you. Instead, focus on prevention. Here are some of the things you can do to minimize their overall risk of injury -- from snakes and other potential risks.
-- Train your dogs to come when you call them; if your property is big enough that they run out of sight, train them to respond to a whistle, which carries much farther.
-- Rattlesnakes (and other snakes) hang out in messy debris piles, wood stacks and crevices with overhangs. They stay out of sight (they’re much more afraid of you and your dogs) unless they are threatened. Clear debris piles off of your property, and stack your firewood on a raised platform, at least 5 feet from your home’s foundation.
-- If your dogs consistently run to one location on your property, follow them and find out what’s so interesting. An animal lair or deer run can be very interesting to dogs, but the same location can attract bigger predators.
-- Consider fencing in a half-acre or acre behind your house and keep your dogs within the fence; you’ll be able to monitor them better and control the space, so critters don’t come in.
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HOW CONSUMERS CAN SHOW THEIR SUPPORT FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES
Take charge of your to-go order: Convenience became the name of the game when ordering food during the pandemic. Curbside pickup service was offered as a safety measure, and many restaurants that never previously offered delivery or takeout started to do so to generate revenue at a time when in-person dining was limited if not disallowed. Some restaurants began offering delivery through apps like Grubhub or Uber Eats, and though that may be convenient for diners, restaurants must pay a fee to utilize those apps. In lieu of ordering through a third party delivery service, consumers can take charge of their to-go orders and pick up the food themselves. That saves restaurants the delivery app surcharge, allowing them to increase net profits on the meals they sell.
“Absence extinguishes small passions and increases grest ones, as the wind will blow out a candle and blow in a fire…”
~ La Rochefoucauld
This observation by the great French writer and moralist of the early 17th century, explains the apparent contradiction of the two old adages…”Out of sight, out of mind” and “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.”
If an attraction is but a passing fancy, it may very well be eliminated by a period of separation. But, if two people enjoy a great mutual love, an absence…even of prolonged duration…will only increase their devotion to one another.
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Summer Heat Safety
Before we know it, we’ll need to move into hot weather mode and take steps to stay healthy and safe in the heat.
For me, most important is keeping the house cool, since that’s where I spend most of my time. The air conditioning will be set at 76 to 78 degrees, depending on the humidity.
Very soon I’ll need to put up the insulated sun-blocking blackout drapes on the sunny side of the living room where the afternoon heat can bake the outside wall. Each morning I’ll close those drapes before the sun moves around to that side of the house.
Next on my daily list will be to fill my water bottles -- a half-dozen 8-ounce bottles that I can periodically grab during the day. With the little bottles, it’s easy to keep track of how much hydration I’m getting.
But we can’t always stay home. If you have to go out in the heat, wear light, loose clothing and a hat with a wide brim.
Ask your doctor to clarify what your water intake should be during the summer.
Keep an eye on the weather news so you’ll know what to expect.
Ask your town if they’ve set up any cooling centers, or head to the library or mall during the hottest part of the day.
Keep track of how you feel in the summer heat. If you have weakness, nausea, dizziness or headache, it could be heat exhaustion or even lead to heat stroke. Get help -- don’t delay.
If you’re afraid to run the air conditioner for fear it will increase your electric bill, see if you can get some financial help from LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) at 866674-6327. Churches and town halls are other possible sources of assistance.
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WAYS TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AT WORK
Stop multitasking. Psychologists have determined that multitasking can bog down productivity. According to the American Psychological Association, the mind and brain were not designed for heavy-duty multitasking. Individuals think they’re getting more done, but they may not be handling tasks effectively. Instead, focus on one job at a time and only move on once it is completed.
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WAYS TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AT WORK
Schedule fewer meetings if possible. Meetings can sometimes be a waste of time. Before reserving the conference room, see if a resolution can be made via group text, email or other correspondence.
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Many students believe that the next natural step after graduating from high school is to go off to college. Secondary education has become such a common transition that many parents begin saving for college tuition as soon as their children are born. Although college can be the next chapter in a student’s education, many teenagers still choose to attend trade school.
Television personality Mike Rowe says the country is in the midst of a skilled labor shortage because workers lack the necessary training to fill the hundreds of thousands of available jobs. Lack of information may drive the notion that trade jobs are nothing more than a backup plan if college doesn’t pan out. However, by realizing that trade jobs, along with short-term vocational training, is a smart investment - and eventually a lucrative career choice - attitudes about trade schools and laborintensive jobs may shift.
Agreatnumberofcollegegraduatesentertheworkforcewithdegreesthat may not help them land jobs. And these students typically carry thousands of dollars in tuition debt. Many college grads are underemployed and workinginjobsthataren’tevenintheirfieldsofstudy.Careerandtechnical schools help students develop specialized skills that make graduates immediately marketable in their chosen fields, and trade salaries can be very competitive.
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