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Goodbye January, hello February! I hope everyone enjoyed the recent cold weather. Our kids sent us pictures of them having snowball fights up in Tallahassee and Gainesville— crazy! Well, hopefully we can all look forward to lower FPL bills next month.
Sunday, February 2nd is Groundhog Day, which you can read about the origin of this festive holiday on page 7.
Valentine’s Day is on Friday, February 14th. There’s a reason why Jay Leno calls this ‘Extortion Day,’ so consider this your advance warning to plan a special evening out with your significant other.
If you need date night ideas, be sure to check out our Great Eats restaurant section starting on page 22 for lots of Valentine’s Day specials at a variety of local restaurants in our area. You’ll also find upcoming events and shows at Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Playhouse, The New Florida Follies, the American German Club, and other local venues inside our issue.
And President’s Day, which honors George Washington, is on Monday, February 17th. This is a federal holiday, and Palm Beach County Schools will be closed, so enjoy your three-day weekend!
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Groundhog Day has captured the hearts and attention of people around the world. Every year on February 2, people eagerly await the emergence of Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. According to folklore, if Phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter.
The origins of Groundhog Day can be traced back to ancient European traditions, particularly Candlemas Day. This Christian holiday marked the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. It was believed that the weather on Candlemas Day could predict the arrival of spring. If the day was sunny, winter would persist; if it was cloudy, spring was on the way.
When German settlers arrived in Pennsylvania in the 18th century, they brought with them their own tradition known as Grundsaudaag, or Groundhog Day. They believed that if a hibernating animal -- like a groundhog or badger -emerged from its burrow on February 2 and saw its shadow, winter would endure for six more weeks.
The town of Punxsutawney embraced this tradition and held its first official Groundhog Day celebration in 1887. The town offers several days of celebration for those who gather from around the world to hear Phil's proclamation and offers food, music, carriage rides, magicians, and games.
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Broken Hearts Can Regenerate
There is no cure for heart failure, although there are now drugs that are able to slow its progression. But a new study suggests that the heart might actually improve on its own if it just gets some rest.
The study recently published in the journal Circulation offers the first hope for a new way to treat, or possibly even cure, heart failure.
University of Arizona researchers investigated whether heart muscle can regenerate, much like an injured leg muscle heals after time. They found that some patients with an artificial heart pump actually regenerated heart muscle cells at a rate six times greater than healthy hearts.
Researchers speculate that because the heart pump bypasses the heart, it is like putting the heart on bed rest, giving it additional bonus time to repair itself, something that can't be done while the heart is working. It is now believed possible that some patients may even be able to have the pump removed, depending on their regeneration progress.
Only about 25 percent of patients in the study responded with cardiac muscle regeneration. Additional research will now primarily focus on whether all patients might be able to have muscle regeneration. But researchers say such a thing would essentially be a cure for heart failure in the not-toodistant future.
Catching Up on Confusing Geography
Two Chinas, two Koreas, two Sudans, and don't call it Turkey anymore. And maybe you were just too busy to read the news when Eswatini retired their old name. But it's not too late to catch up on changing geopolitics.
• The People's Republic of China is a state in the Asian mainland, while the Republic of China is on the island of Taiwan.
•You don't hear about Swaziland anymore, and that's because it's been the Kingdom of Eswatini since 2018, which reflects the name commonly used in the Swazi language.
•The Korean Peninsula contains two countries, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Republic of Korea. You know them as North and South Korea. Both claim sovereignty over the entire peninsula.
•Just south of Sudan, you'll find South Sudan, which declared its independence in 2011.
•After a 27-year argument with Greece over their name, the Republic of North Macedonia formally adopted its name after a 2018 agreement with Greece and an ensuing referendum. The agreement stipulated that North Macedonia would remove Alexander the Great's name from the Skopje airport.
•It's Turkiye now, you turkey. In 2022, the Turkish government requested that the United Nations begin using Turkiye instead of the anglicized Turkey as part of its rebranding effort. Among the reasons for the change: They were tired of the association with the bird.
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You are Getting Sleepy…
You say you don't drive for long hours at a time and you're rarely behind the wheel in the middle of the night. So falling asleep at the wheel can't happen to you. That would be wrong. If you think about it, you'll have to admit there have been times when you were drowsy while driving your vehicle. Though you didn't realize it at the time, your brain was at risk of shutting down and you were becoming as impaired as if you were drunk, say doctors at the University of Minnesota.
There are two sleepy periods in each 24 hours. The first is between midnight and 6 a.m. The second is from early to midafternoon. You might blame what you had for lunch for the sleepiness, but your biological clock is responsible. Quoted in Reader's Digest, doctors at Washington State University's Sleep and Performance Research Center say the following signs indicate that you are too tired to drive...
Continually yawning, being irritable and uncomfortable in your seat, your mind wanders with disconnected thoughts, being unable to remember driving the last few miles, and lastly, when your driving becomes sloppy and you have trouble staying in your lane.
Opening the windows, turning up the radio or stopping to stretch might help a little, but these things won't keep you awake if you skimped on getting enough sleep. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recommends always stopping for a caffeinated drink if you feel sleepy, then napping for 20 minutes while you wait for the caffeine to take effect. Sleepy drivers are responsible for 23 percent of all crashes.
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Washington—Father of the American Mule
He's known as the father of the country and hero of the America Revolution, but George Washington has another title that is a bit less known: Father of the Mule in America.
When he returned from the war, Washington found resources scarce and funds low. His crops had failed, too. So, he came up with a plan. He wanted to breed mules for American farming. A mule (the sterile offspring of a male donkey and a female horse) could work longer on less food and water than a donkey or horse.
The problem was Washington wanted a Spanish ‘Andalusian’ donkey to start his herd and that was difficult to come by since Spain limited the export of its high-quality donkeys. Finally, the U.S. chargé d'affaires in Spain let Spain's Charles III know of his desire and two of their renowned donkeys were dispatched to Washington in 1785.
Only one donkey survived the trip and Washington named him Royal Gift (a less sentimental name than that of his dog, Sweetlips) and set about creating his herd. Fifteen years later, he had amassed 60 mules. The mules, which are unable to reproduce due to having an odd number of chromosomes, quickly became the preferred farm animal in the American South, where they were reputed to be able to plow up to 16 acres per day.
New Year, New Home in 2025
By Sheryl Volk / Exit Realty 561-389-8670
This is the time when a lot of people take a moment to reflect and set their goals for this year. And as you picture what you want your 2025 to look like, one thing that may pop into your mind is the vision of you in a new home. Where do you start?
Focus on Your Why. While the dollars and cents are important, so is the driving force behind your desire to move. Maybe it is for more space, maybe you want to sell to downsize. Your why is what helps you focus. Share your motivation with your Realtor. They will use their expertise to help support that goal.
Get clear on what you need so you can then figure out what your next home needs to have. How many bedrooms, a designated home office, a big fenced yard. Knowing your must haves and nice to have makes the search a lot smoother.
Know your numbers. Before you jump in, take a look at your finances. How much do you have saved? What monthly payment feels comfortable? Get pre-approved for a mortgage with a trusted lender so you know what you can borrow. It can be hard to know where to start, but you don't have to do it alone. More than ever, it's smart to lean on the guidance of an experienced real estate agent. Remember, buying or selling is a big milestone and a great goal for this year. Contact Sheryl with over 25 years as a trusted, experienced Realtor with any questions you may have.
Deliberate Practice—Key to Greatness
That is the conclusion of legions of experts and research, into why people are successful. What counts isn't necessarily the genetic factors that make you smart or quick witted. What counts is work. Psychologist Jordan Peterson notes this in his lectures. "In any field, there are people who are phenomenally gifted, and then if they work really hard, they break records. But, that talent apart, hard work actually works with virtually everything,” he says.
In fact, researchers studying talent and success found little evidence of talent in high-achieving individuals before they had intensive training. The findings show up in every kind of endeavor and in business people, artists, sports figures, and others. The researchers don't say talent doesn't exist or help, but that practice and diligent work are more important to success.
"Deliberate practice" designed to improve performance is the key. It includes continually stretching yourself just beyond your current capabilities. You have to identify what needs to be improved and work intensely on them. For deliberate practice to be effective, do what is difficult and painful. Seek out what you are not good at.
In the beginning, you should have a teacher guide you and give feedback. It may seem that the most important things you can do to improve in your work are not fun. But if the activities that lead to greatness were enjoyable, everyone would do them. Bottom line: If you think you aren't highly talented in an area, you can still become great by learning and practicing deliberately.
The Era of Subscription Creep
Fourteen years ago, anyone could buy Windows or Adobe Photoshop. Though the one-time fees could be steep (Photoshop started at $699 in 2010), users owned their license outright after money changed hands, with no additional transactions required. If you miss those days, too bad -- we're in the subscription era, and that essential software is only available as a rental.
What drives the tech industry's enthusiastic embrace of the subscription model? The first reason is no surprise: It's the money. According to ZDNet, subscription fees generate more predictable and stable revenues than onetime purchases and encourage customer loyalty (even when the customer doesn't like it).
There are other practical reasons -- cloud-based computing doesn't necessarily lend itself well to a one-time purchase model, and a single payment may not balance out the perpetual technical support that consumers have come to expect. Software subscriptions also offer greater flexibility for businesses, which can simply pay for the licenses they need and avoid enormous one-time fees for every employee.
But consumers can quickly find that subscription fees — for software, music, Amazon, streaming video, and the million other tiny features and services that cost just a few dollars on their own -- add up quickly, straining household budgets. According to CNet, consumers are suffering from "subscription creep," which bleeds more than $1,000 each year from their wallets. Individual subscriptions are easy to forget about and often unnecessarily difficult to cancel, which may prompt consumers to resort to another subscription service -- one that finds and cancels unused and forgotten subscriptions.
In theory, almost anything can be a subscription, and plenty of companies are testing the waters with new and novel ways to make us pay for things we used to own outright. Take the car industry, for example, where automakers are toying with monthly fees to activate heated seats or allow you to use all the speakers installed in the car you already purchased. But according to MotorTrend, that sales model may still be a bridge too far -- it seems that consumers really detest paying extra to use features that they already own.
Will AI Machines Have Feelings?
The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution raises questions that used to exist only in science fiction. Will AI replace artists and writers? Is it any good at diagnosing diseases? What if it decides to deploy nuclear weapons?
Some researchers have bypassed these relatively pressing questions with some slightly more abstract concerns. If humans succeed at developing artificial intelligence that truly thinks like humans, they ask, will it have feelings or the capacity to suffer? According to Forbes, negative emotions like fear or anxiety could impact how it completes certain tasks and processes. For example, what if an AI system designed to make stock trades started panicking every time the stock market dipped? Could an AI-powered self-driving system develop road rage?
It sounds ridiculous, but they may have a point. According to the journal Nature, the implications of an artificial consciousness are too serious to totally ignore, and humans should figure out how to identify it in the (possibly unlikely) event that it really happens. And in that case, there are still more questions to answer, like how humans should treat a sentient machine and whether it deserves rights.
Researchers aren't hoping to find emotions that are unlikely to exist -- instead, they want to develop a process to know for sure that they don't, so that humans don't devote time and resources to caring for machines instead of each other.
Ideally, an MBA -- short for masters in business administration -- is an investment in your future that will give you higher earnings potential. According to MBA. com, there are costs, such as tuition, books, and fees, along with missed earnings you may lose while completing coursework.
If you leave a job that pays $95,000 annually to attend a full-time MBA program for 12 months that costs $85,000, your total investment is $180,000. Assuming you secure a higher-paying $125,000 job after you finish your degree, you'll recoup your investment in about six years.
You may have additional incentives to pursue your MBA, such as tuition reimbursement from an employer, which can reduce your portion of the costs. The earnings potential might also be significant -- according to the Harvard Business Review, the average starting salary for MBA holders last year was about 30 percent higher than the salary for those with only a bachelor's degree. You'll also gain valuable job skills, find opportunities to grow as a leader, and build crucial connections with other program alumni.
But not everyone thinks an MBA is worthwhile, even if your employer pays for it. Writing for Forbes, entrepreneur Paulina Karpis commented that MBA curricula are increasingly archaic in today's economy, and the benefits often don't match up with the inflated costs. According to Business Because, the total cost of an MBA at the vaunted Harvard Business School was a staggering $245,000 in 2024.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Friday, February 14th
Sunday Feb 23 is Friendship Sunday. Everyone is invited to 10am service to meet and greet new friends and enjoy fellowship after the service. Bring a friend!
Scouting America Troop 395 meets weekly at Son Life Lutheran Church. Open to all Youth in grades 6-12. For more info, visit www.BeAScout.Scouting.org
Youth Group for ages 12 to 19. For more info contact Debbie at 561-628-2145
The Cost of Being Late
Tardy people always have their reasons, but the price of being late can be high. It's the traffic, the weather, a broken alarm. Your dog is sick. You name it; the reasons are legion, but in the end, tardiness is the fault of the tardy.
Most chronically late people consistently underestimate needed time by 25 to 30 percent, says Diana DeLonzor, author of Never Be Late Again (Post Madison). Optimism is good, but not when determining how long it will take to drive through traffic and park your car. You have to allow a safety margin to account for unforeseen delays.
One researcher found that people don't get motivated far enough ahead of their deadlines. Since missing deadlines has economic and social consequences, other people are often forced to monitor the work of the chronically late person. Psychologists once thought the tardy were late because of avoidance and anxiety. That proved not to be true because the same people were late arriving at events they enjoyed.
Tardiness is contagious. When others know you will be late for a meeting, they will be late too, wasting time for those who were punctual. Late people are more likely to change punctual people than the other way around. Some offenders say being late makes them feel important because everyone has to wait for them. Usually, however, they lose respect.
The Clock is Ticking on TikTok
By Zoe Stoler, Senior at Park Vista High School
One of the biggest social media platforms for Gen Z is TikTok, which allows users to create, share, and discover short videos. Originally known as Musical.ly, the platform was bought by ByteDance, a Chinese company, in 2016 and renamed TikTok.
Over the years, TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms among teens. The app has produced fame for users such as Charil D’Amelio who has 155 million followers. Other users that have claimed fame through TikTok are Addison Rae, Chris Olsen, Alex and Kouvr Warren, and Vinnie Hacker. These TikTokers have gained millions of followers through videos they do. Whether it’s dancing, GRWM (Get Ready With Me), or just creating funny videos, they are incredibly popular.
Congress passed the bipartisan law last April to ban the app in the U.S. due to the app representing a national security threat. And the Supreme Court recently decided to uphold the law, which stated that TikTok would be banned in January 2025.
Famous YouTuber, Mr.Beast, had expressed interest in collaborating with billionaires to purchase the social media platform from ByteDance. Tik Tok was just given a 90-day extension, but the fate of the popular platform is up in the air. Will someone in America buy the platform to prevent it from going down?
V-Day Funnies
•What did one lightbulb say to another? I love you watts and watts
•What did the painter say to their Valentine? I love you with all of my art!
•What did one calculator say to another? Let me count the ways I love you
•What did one volcano say to the other on Valentine’s Day? I lava you!
•Why is Valentine’s Day a good day for a party? Because you can really party hearty!
•What did the bee say to the other? I love bee-ing with you, honey!
•Knock knock. Who’s there?
Olive…Olive who? Olive you!
•What did the butter say to the toast? You’re my butter half!
•What did the toast say to the jam? I love you berry much!
Do You Need Cataract Surgery?
By Marc Gardner / Optician at Crystal Clear Optical 561-963-0099
After changing my eyeglass prescription three times in six months, I was frustrated that my vision was still blurry, and I didn’t feel safe driving at night. So, 2 years ago I had both eyes operated on to remove my cataracts. As an optician, I talk about cataracts every day, and my patients are often fearful of surgery and put off having the procedure. I tell them when your vision is still blurry, even with new glasses, and the doctor says it’s time to remove your cataracts, don’t wait.
Cataracts never get better so there’s no point in delaying the inevitable. Medicare covers cataract surgery and basic implants. When I first got into the vision business, surgery was a hospital stay and a big deal. And implants were just beginning. But surgery these days has become seamless and very easy.
Many doctors recommend laser (at an additional cost), but it’s really not necessary. Also, there are many different lens options, and it can be confusing. If you get the basic implant, you will absolutely need reading glasses. If you get the multi-focal implants, you probably will not need any glasses. But there may be halos or glare at night. Also, the cost can be about $8,000 for both eyes if you choose the upgraded lens options.
I’m very happy with my outcome because my distance vision is excellent. But as I expected, I do need reading glasses. We are fortunate that we live in Palm Beach County because we have many terrific cataract surgeons here.
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre
By Marc Solomon / NN Contributing Writer
The six encounters between Sugar Ray Robinson and Jake LaMotta (1942 -1951) may be the most intense in boxing’s history. Robinson (173 – 19 – 6) was, and still is, regarded as the greatest boxer to have laced on a pair of gloves. LaMotta - nicknamed the Bronx Bull (83 – 19 - 4) - was widely known as a brawler inside the ring.
Robinson dominated the first fight which took place at Madison Square Garden. Four months later in Detroit, Robinson attempted to slug it out with LaMotta. But LaMotta knocked Robinson out of the ring in the eighth round. He got up at the referee’s count of nine, but LaMotta ended Robinson’s winning streak in a unanimous decision.
Robinson avenged his loss winning the third fight. He won fight four, as well. Fight five was in Chicago in 1945. The fight was sanctioned for 12 rounds, instead of ten. Robinson won yet again, but this time, in a very close split decision, the crowd booed loudly.
Robinson fought LaMotta a final time for the middleweight title, now held by LaMotta, on Valentine’s Day in 1951 in Chicago. Robinson dominated most of the fight. The champ was exhausted in the late rounds. LaMotta was pummeled in rounds 11 through 13 but was able to stay standing. The referee rushed in to end the fight after a series of more brutal, unanswered punches. Robinson regained the title. The fight was dubbed, “The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre.” Many feel that their rivalry is second–best in boxing history, only behind the legendary Ali–Frasier fights.
February Horoscope
ARIES: 3/21 - 4/19: Until the 20th, you are true to form, talking and listening, planning and doing. But a big change is coming, and with it, some much needed unbridled excitement. Enjoy yourself.
TAURUS: 4/20 - 5/20: Take note of the pattern of recent events around you. Some may seem similar to the past. Consider how you can break the cycle and do it.
GEMINI: 5/21 - 6/20: February is a good month for ideas and plans. There’s a pressing matter that will need to be dealt with sooner than later. A creative spark is just the necessary fuel for takeoff.
CANCER: 6/21 - 7/22: The crab is lucky in February. The stars shine brightest on Cancer this month. Take a risk on something big while your energy will be flowing at its peak. Look to create something that offers long-term satisfaction.
LEO: 7/23 - 8/22: Go slow with a prospective romance with a long-term acquaintance. Plan some fun, easy activities with your group of friends. It will lead to less stress and help bring clarity.
VIRGO: 8/23 - 9/22: Stay cool on Valentine's Day. There’s no need to get upset about minor issues that are meaningless. At the end of the day, be grateful you have someone special to share it with.
LIBRA: 9/23 - 10/21: Being busy is no excuse for putting off your health. Take the time to focus on getting in shape and making positive changes. Physical benefits will lead to mental benefits.
SCORPIO: 10/22 - 11/21: An unexpected change happens mid-month that puts you on edge. Although your initial response is negative, consider the potential upside. It suddenly sounds better.
SAGITTARIUS: 11/22 - 12/21: Focus on an immediate goal and then one for the future. A roadblock makes the short term look impossible, but as a result, the future goal becomes easier.
CAPRICORN: 12/22 - 1/19: Get away for a couple of days. A change of scenery will give you a fresh perspective and some new ideas. But beware of breaking the budget.
AQUARIUS: 1/20 - 2/18: You’re in a funk and reminiscing about your fun adventures from way back when. It’s the perfect time to get back in touch with some of your crazy old friends.
PISCES: 2/19 - 3/20: A problem with an acquaintance or colleague unexpectedly pops up. Deep down, you really are a team player, and that's exactly how you will win this game.
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Joke of the Month
The Romantic Husband
Dan and Sharee were at the mall the day before Valentine’s Day. Sharee suddenly realized that Dan was missing, so she called him on his cell phone.
Sharee asked, “Dan, where did you go?” You know we’ve got to leave soon so we can pick up the kids from practice.”
Dan paused for a second and slowly asked, “Do you remember that little mom and pops jewelry store in this mall that we stopped into about 10 years ago, and you fell in love with that heart-shaped diamond necklace? And that I said I couldn’t afford it at the time, but that one day I would buy it for you?”
Tears started to roll down Sharee’s cheeks, and she got choked up.
“Of course I remember that shop,” she joyfully replied.
“Oh great, I’m in the Hooters right next to that."
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Events / Wanted Announcements
• LOCAL BIKER PODCAST- Join us every Tuesday night at 6pm for our live biker enthusiast podcast on our YouTube Channel, “Crazy Ridez Channel.” Experienced local bikers (and Lake Charleston residents) share their riding tips and knowledge about motorcycles. Join the fun in this interactive forum and have your questions answered and discussed by this friendly group!
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• MUSICIANS & SINGERS WANTED- Faith Church of Boynton Beach (located at 6340 Boynton Beach Blvd.next to the post office) is expanding our contemporary praise and worship band! We have volunteer openings available for talented musicians and singers who have a heart for God and are looking for an opportunity to serve in a warm and friendly atmosphere on Sundays at 10:30 am. Please call our office at 561-738-1902.
• JEWELRY WANTED: Looking for Gold & Silver and older costume jewelry. I will also take broken jewelry. I come to you. For more information, call Nick @ 561284-3242.
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• FREE CONCERT & LIGHT DINNER- Sunday February 16th at 3pm. Enjoy an afternoon of piano, organ, violin & more at Cason United Methodist Church, 342 N. Swinton Ave Delray Beach. Call 561-276-5302 with any questions.
NEW FLORIDA FOLLIES- New 2025 Season Presents “Be Our Guest!” For a complete schedule of all shows and to purchase tickets, please visit www.NewFloridaFollies. Yapsody.com or call 561-619-6408.
• ART WARS - FREE COMMUNITY EVENT- Sat. February 15th from 6-10 pm. at 1121 Lucerne Ave in downtown Lake Worth. Over a dozen local South Fl. artists will be competing in an artist showdown. Come and see who is the fiercest paint brush warrior in PB County!
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• COMMUNITY SHREDDING EVENT- The Red Shredder will be onsite Sat. February 22nd from 9amNoon and offers secure onsite mobile paper shredding. Cost is $5 per box or $10 per bag with all proceeds benefiting the missions and ministries of Cason United Methodist Church. 342 N. Swinton Ave, Delray Beach. Cash preferred but credit cards accepted with $25 min. Call office at 561-276-5302 with any questions.
Events / Wanted Announcements, Cont'd
• ANCHARITY BINGO & LUNCH: Join us Wednesdays, February 12th & 26th at Mel’s Way Bistro in the Poinciana County Club, 3536 Via Poinciana. Doors open at 11am and close at 12pm. Lunch from 11am – 1pm & Bingo from 1-3pm. $25pp includes 5 games of bingo, lunch, beverage, tax & gratuity. Proceeds go to Hospice of the Palm Beaches by Poinciana Community Group. For reservations, call 561-5307947 or email: info@melswaybistro.com.
• FLEA MARKET - Saturday, Feb 22nd 8am-12pm. Pine Ridge South 1 Condo Assoc. Clubhouse, 100 Lake Pine Circle, Greenacres, off of Melaleuca Ln. Electronics, dishes, glassware, linens, clothes, shoes, jewelry, books, sporting goods, holiday items, and much more. We will be selling fresh baked goods as well.
• THRIFT STORE– Open Wed-Sat 10am-4pm. Located at Faith Church, 6340 Boynton Beach Blvd (just east of Jog Rd.) Proceeds support FL missions such as beds for underprivileged PB County children. Bring ad for 10% Off Purchase. Visit http://blessingsandbargains.org
• ANTIQUES WANTED: I will come to you. Buying all types of antiques like glassware crocks & jugs, furniture, statues, copper, brass, toys, lamps, swords, decoys, coffee grinders, coins, bronzes, military items, costume jewelry, gold, silver and anything old. For more information, call Nick: 561-284-3242.
• GALA LUNCHEON- Honoring the late Rabbi Barry Silver – rabbi, attorney, activist - at Delray Beach Golf Club on Sun, Feb 16th at 1 pm. Congregation L’Dor Va-Dor welcomes the community - $64/Guest, Tables of 8/$450. LDORVADOR. org or 561-968-0688.
•CHARITY FASHION SHOW & LUNCHEON Sponsored by St. Therese de Lisieux CCW on Sat. March 22, 12-4 PM held at Mel's Way Bistro, 3526 Via Poinciana, Lake Worth. Fashions by Anthony's. Chinese Auction & Raffles. Cost is $55, Call Donna: 516-819-4654.
• HP Desk Jet F 2430 All in One Printer for Sale- brand new in box-$30. Kalorik Air Fryer, used only once- asking $30. Please call 631-245-2611 (in Greenacres).
• Moving sale: 4 folding bridge chairs - 2 blk, 2 green -$75. Sharp radio- w/ 5 disc record player - $120. 100 cd's- $190. dozen+ English bone china cups, saucers, cake plates -$100 for lot. Black glass dining table on rotating base, seats 4-6 – w/four - black hi-back chairs-$600. Or best offers. Call 561-319-4818
•(2) 40-pound York iron dumbbells- $30 for the set. 14” electric chainsaw made by Remington, model RM1425, used but still works fine- $15. Call 561-967-2310 (Lake Charleston).
• COLLECTIBLES: Windups, Friction, Battery Operated., Political: JFK LBJ, FDR., & others, Star Wars Items, Superheroes Items, Rock n’ Roll Albums & Singles. Beer Tap Handles, Titanic large model, African masks & statues, home decor framed prints. Call/Text: 561-523-3621.
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Mailing Address: 6586 Hypoluxo Rd. Suite #133, Lake Worth, FL 33467 $40 per month on a 3 month run or $45 single month
PERSONAL SERVICES
NAILS BY ROSA: I am a Certified Nail Artist and my unique nail designs are published in professional nail magazines and on Instagram: @nailsvbyrosavargas. Acrylic $45, Gel-X $50, GelMani $35, Nexgen $40, polish mani $20, Pedi $35, Eyebrow wax $15. Appointments only Tuesday thru Sunday 11a.m. – 7p.m. at Luna Salon Suites, #118, 6177 Jog Rd. in Lake Worth (sw corner of Jog & Lantana/Walmart shopping ctr). Please call: 561-309-4665.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT- Caring and compassionate female certified nursing assistant with 30+ years experience. CPR certified. Available for local doctor visits and errands (with or without you.) FL Lic #303524. Please call Barbara at 954-701-5444.
DECLUTTER & ORGANIZE: King’s Cleaning Services, will help you declutter your home and organize your kitchen, closets, bathrooms, whatever rooms you need help with. Reasonable rates and local company. Stop procrastinating and call us today and have more space and be more organized tomorrow. Call 561-255-7303.
DOG WATCHERS/WALKERS: Mom or Daughter. We both love pets and would love to watch yours! Please Call Claudia or Rachel at 561-718-1986.
SAL’S DRIVING SERVICE: Available for Errands, Doctor Visits, Shopping (with or without you), and Regular Driving Scheduling as well. Over 20 years’ experience, great references happily provided, please call Sal at 561-707-0046.
CLEANING SERVICES
CLEANING SERVICE: Morane Cleaning Services specializes in residential and office cleaning. We exceed our customer’s expectations with superior service and are available on weekdays & weekends. Ask about our specialty service for pick up and drop off for surgeries, dialysis, special treatments, and Dr. appointments. Great references, call Winsome at 561-7072170 or email: mcsinc621@gmail.com.
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CLEANING: Camilla's Cleaning Services. Trusted locally for over 10 years to provide prompt and complete cleaning for your home or business. Excellent references. Call Camilla today for a FREE estimate. Now Accepting Credit Cards! 407-318-0996 / camilla@ribeiro.pw.
RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICE: King’s Cleaning Services, Inc. will do the dirty work for you. Responsible, honest & reliable. Flexible team over 10+ years experience. Deep detail cleaning. House/Apt/Condos/Offices/Move-ins/ Move-outs/One-time. We provide Daily/Weekly/Monthly services. We also offer house sitting. Call us at: 561-255-7303 for a FREE estimate. Kingscleaningservices@hotmail.com.
WINDOW CLEANING: Professional window cleaningResidential and Commercial. Wonderful local references- Fully licensed& insured. All CCs accepted. Please call 561-907-1333.
SERVICE / BUSINESS
PAINTING AND FLOORING: Punctual, professional painting and flooring services. 10% Off for 1st time customers. Please call Cullen's Etc at 561-963-7764.
SCREEN REPAIR: Quality Screen Repairs–NEW: Pool Enclosures, Patios, Porches, Sunrooms –No Job Too Small or Big- Great Prices, Expert Craftsmanship, and we show up on time! Lic /Ins -Call today for a Free Estimate- (Dallas) Florida Screen Company, Etc. 561-662-4187.
ANTIQUES WANTED: I will come to you. Buying all types of antiques like glassware crocks & jugs, furniture, statues, copper, brass, toys, lamps, swords, decoys, coffee grinders, coins, bronzes, military items, costume jewelry, gold, silver and anything old. For more information, call Nick: 561-284-3242.
LAWN MOWING: Guaranteed Lowest Rates on standard to smaller lots. 30 years’ experience can save you big on all your landscape issues. Trimming, fertilization, mulch, etc. 3 Mths FREE when switching from another carrier on lots 7k sq ft or smaller- no contract! Call 561-357-9024.
MEDICARE QUESTIONS?: Need help with Medicare enrollment or have questions about your 2025 coverage? VIP Health is here for you! Our expert team provides personalized assistance to make navigating Medicare simple and stressfree. From understanding your options to completing your enrollment, we’ve got you covered! Call/Text: 561-635-1205.
HANDYMAN: 35 years of Electrical experience. Ring devices, smoke detectors, dryer vent cleaning flood lights, ceiling Fans, Drywall repair, painting, ceiling textures, Lighting replacement of any kind. Plumbing, kitchen faucets, hot water heaters, toilets, garbage disposal replacement and Gutter cleaning. Call Marc at 561-339-8633 free estimates.
PLUMBING SERVICE: For all your plumbing needs – new installation, repairs, drain cleaning, hot water heaters, etc., Please call Warren Malkiel. 30 years’ experience, member of BBB, licensed and insured at 561-723-6519.
COMPUTER READY SERVICES: Specializing in desktops & laptops virus removals w/upgrades to WIN-11 also maintenance with restoring end user date. Over 40 years in the field. Dell certified and A+ certified. Call Bruce Alfarone @ 561-317-5756.
TILE & MARBLE INSTALLATION & REPAIR: Bathroom walls repaired or new installations. Complete bathroom remodeling, tub conversions to shower stalls, faucets, shower doors, safety bars, granite countertops, vanities, flooring installs (tile, porcelain, marble, wood laminates.) Reasonable, reliable, great references, 25+ yrs professional exp. Call Chuck for free estimate 561-310-5190.
EXPERT SPRINKLER REPAIR: Specializing in sprinkler pumps, timers, valves, heads and most broken pipes. Honest, Dependable and on time for appointments. Call today! 561-207-1510.
SCRATCHES, FENDER, BUMPER DAMAGE ? From collisions to small repairs, SCRATCHCAR is your fullservice collision repair center offering the best solution for your repair. We offer FREE estimates, mobile service system (we come to your location), accept all insurance, and offer FREE pick-up & delivery. Located at: 1 E. Linton Blvd., Bay 19, in Delray. 25% OFF Bumper Repairs (mention this ad.) Call 561-278-2866 /Cell: 561-756-0901.
GOT MOLD? I CAN HELP! State Licensed Mold Remediation Contractor. CSA Inc . Insured and references available. I will beat any written Bid from any licensed company. All work is performed by me. Call: Stuart Wapner at 954-682-2774.
DRYWALL INSTALLATION: After mold remediation, drywall repairs (all kinds), popcorn removal and all kinds of ceiling and wall textures. Interior Painting, Faux painting, wall paper removal, mirror Removal. Call Marc Kessler 561-339-8633, no job too small!
DRYER VENT CLEANING: Prevent the risk of fire from inside your dryer! And save time & electricity by drying clothes much quicker too. Call Healthier Indoor Air to schedule an appointment at 561-641-5966. Mention this ad and receive $15 Off! call Nick: 561-284-3242
ITS YOUR LEGACY: Don’t leave it to chance! VIP Health offers final expense life insurance to ensure your loved ones are protected and your wishes are honored. Our dedicated team will guide you through the options, making it easy to find the right plan for your needs. Contact VIP: 888-450-4055 & visit us online: viphealthagency.com.
MULCH/SOD/WEEDING: JT Mulch & More- your real deal for curb appeal! I deliver and install mulch, sod, rocks and also do weeding/gardening. Please call for a Free Estimate at 561-329-7779. Great references!
DJ SERVICES- Professional DJ Services for all occasions and all ages. Weddings, parties, corporate affairs, & mobile DJ service. Call DJ Rob at 561-909-9694 to make your event the one they’ll be talking about!
POOL SERVICE : Pool cleaning, resurfacing, renovations, heaters, salt systems, repairs, & installation of Travertine and brick pavers. Pool service starting at $80 for chemical only. Call Kismet Pool & Patio 561951-2103 or www.KismetPoolAndPatio.com- Lake Charleston family owned/operated. License U-22219/ CPC1459000.
PR ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES, INC: Complete Preparation of Personal & Corporate Returns. Over 30 years Professional Tax Services. Complete Preparation of Personal & Corporate Returns. Expert Assistance in maintaining monthly bills & personal finances. Free P/U & Delivery & Reasonable Rates. Ron/Pam Barnett 561-965-4623 / 561-542-4112 or email: barney4553@ gmail.com.
JEWELRY WANTED: Looking for Gold & Silver and older costume jewelry. I will also take broken jewelry. I come to you. For more information, please call Nick at 561-284-3242.
PET WANTS: Farm to bowl dog and cat food and single ingredient treat. Fresh is best! Free delivery to your door. Call 561-577-0755 or 561-506-00461. www. petwantspalmbeach.com.
HANDYMAN SERVICES: Outdoor & Indoor Maintenance. Screen repairs, dryer vents, lightbulb replacement, Roof Tile Caulking, Cleaning of Rain gutters, Cleaning of Driveways, Pavers, Patios, and Pool Decks. Reliable and Affordable. Call or text for a free estimate: 561-291-3830. Se Habla Espanol.
TUTORS/CHILD CARE /LESSONS
LEARN PIANO - KEY BOARD - ORGAN: Standard or Popular. Adults, Children & Special Needs. Classes can be taken in a music studio, client’s home or my home, as well as clubhouses. 38 years' experience and references available. Please call Louise at 561-733-0334 or cell 561236-7758 for more information.
MATH TUTOR: Are you struggling with math? Does it make life difficult for you? Well not anymore, because I can help make it easier for you to understand! You will learn easier ways to solve problems from my sessions. Please call or email Tim at (561) 251-9093 or timaculus397@gmail.com.
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Homeowners Face Cost Conundrum
Homeowners who financed during the era of low interest rates are facing an expensive dilemma, according to The Wall Street Journal. Their locked-in mortgage rates just over 3 percent made it possible to buy bigger houses but, while their mortgage rate isn't rising, other costs are. In particular, the cost of insurance and property taxes have skyrocketed in some areas, making the homes they could once afford too expensive.
According to Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), in five major metro areas, homeowners spend more than half of their monthly mortgage payments on taxes and insurance. Nationwide, for about 9 percent of homeowners, taxes and insurance add up to 50 percent of their monthly mortgage payment. In 2015, taxes and insurance made up less than 4 percent of payments.
Home insurance premiums surged in price over the last two years. In some cases, a homeowner who bought in 2015 could have paid their property taxes, home insurance and flood insurance for about $725 per month. But that cost is now closer to $2,500.
While the cost of homes currently hovers at all-time highs, rising tax and insurance costs might actually soon drive down prices, according to ICE. It might also cut into the market of consumers who want to refinance since they might not qualify for a new loan if their tax and insurance costs have risen too high.
Obesity Drugs May Offer Heart-Health Benefits
Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may offer significant heart health benefits -- and not just through weight loss.
According to the British Heart Foundation, two studies presented at the 2024 European Congress on Obesity showed that semaglutide medications may help reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other serious cardiac complications. The studies followed more than 17,000 overweight or obese adults who did not have diabetes but received weekly semaglutide injections.
On average, the participants saw sustained weight loss of about 10 percent after four years, regardless of their age or body size. Participants were also less likely to experience life-threatening heart events like heart attack or stroke, regardless of how much weight they lost. Even patients who did not lose any weight decreased their risk, possibly due to the drug's effects on blood sugar, blood pressure, and inflammation of the heart.
But most U.S. insurers have restricted coverage of these drugs to patients with diabetes and pre-diabetes, and everyone else must shoulder the steep out-of-pocket costs -- around $1,000 per month or more, according to GoodRx. But Medicare and Medicaid may begin covering anti-obesity drugs in 2025 if a new rule that would expand coverage takes effect. The rule reclassifies obesity drugs as treatment for chronic disease.
