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Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8th Celebrate Mom!

The origin of special services to honor those who die in war can be found in antiquity. The Athenian Leader Pericles offered a tribute to the fallen heroes of the Peloponnesian War over 24 centuries ago could be applied today to the 1.1 million Americans who have died in the nations wars; “not only are the commemorated by columns and inscriptions but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them, graven not on stone but in the hearts of men.”

As we celebrate Memorial Day, May 30, 2022, it is important to reflect upon the importance of just what we hold in remembrance.

Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance for everyone who has given their last full measure of life in defense of what we call and hold dear, our freedom. The holiday originally known as Decoration Day started after the Civil War to honor the union and confederate dead.

In the years following the Civil War, Memorial Day celebrations were scattered and perhaps unsurprisingly took root differently in the North and South. It wasn’t until after WWII, the holiday gained a strong following and national

identity.

In 1966, Congress and President Lynden Johnson declared Waterloo, NY as the official birthplace of Memorial Day. In Waterloo, on May 5, 1866, there was a ceremony honoring local veterans who fought in the Civil War. Supporters of Waterloo’s claim, say earlier observances in other places were either informal, not community-wide, or onetime events. It wasn’t officially named Memorial Day until 1967.

The purpose and meaning of Memorial Day is distinctly different from Veteran’s Day in that it honors the 1.1 million of my brother and sisters who gave their life willingly to ensure that this great nation would survive. Veterans Day celebrates all who served.

To ensure the sacrifices of America’s fallen heroes are never forgotten, the US Congress passed, and the President signed into law in December 2000 “The National Moment of Remembrance Act.” This act encourages all Americans to pause at 3pm local time on Memorial Day for a moment of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation. It’s a way we can all help

Get out and Cast Your Vote Tuesday, May 17th put “Memorial” back in Memorial Day. Other dates on the May Calendar include the all-important Mother’s Day which is celebrated on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society… wishing all mother’s and important women a Happy Mother’s Day! Another important May date is May 17, 2022. This is huge primary voting day. Voting is another way of showing respect for those who gave their lives so that we can continue to exercise our privilege and duty of voting.

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As a retired Army Officer of 23 years, Memorial Day holds a special place in my heart as I have lost friends while serving in the military. I encourage everyone to take a moment of silence at 3pm on Memorial Day to remember and honor those who have served and died for our country.

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In the United States, the Mother's Day holiday wasn’t born from a desire to simply treat mothers to a day off or to buy them gifts. It essentially began as a women’s movement to better the lives of other Americans.

The creation of a national Mother’s Day is primarily attributed to three women: Ann Reeves Jarvis, Julia Ward Howe, and Ann’s daughter, Anna M. Jarvis.

Ann Reeves Jarvis Ann Reeves Jarvis was an Appalachian homemaker who taught Sunday school lessons and was known as “Mother Jarvis”. A lifelong activist, Ann organized “Mothers’ Day Work Clubs” during the mid-1800s in West Virginia. In these clubs she sought to teach young mothers how to safely care for their children and combat unsanitary living conditions.

During the Civil War, she organized women’s brigades that encouraged

women to help without regard for which side their men had chosen. After the war had ended, Ann proposed the idea of Mothers’ Friendship Day to promote piece between families regardless of their former affiliation (Union or Confederate). “I hope and pray that someone, sometime, will found a memorial mother’s day commemorating her for the matchless service she renders to humanity in every field of life,” Ann Jarvis once said. “She is entitled to it.”

Julia Ward Howe Julia Ward Howe was a famous poet and reformer. She volunteered with the US Sanitary Commission during the Civil War to help provide hygienic environments for hospitals and ensure conditions were sanitary during the care of sick and wounded soldiers.

She also authored the famous Civil War anthem, “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” which was published in

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Julia called for a “Mother’s Day for Peace” in 1870. This day was dedicated to the celebration of peace and eradication of war. Howe felt that mothers should gather to prevent the cruelty of war and the waste of life since “mothers of mankind alone bear and know the cost”.

Her version of Mother’s Day was held in Boston and other locations for around 30 years, but stopped being celebrated in the years preceding World War I. Nothing else happened in regards to Mother’s Day until 1907 when Anna M. Jarvis of Philadelphia took action.

Anna M. Jarvis Anna M. Jarvis wished to memorialize her mother’s life after she passed away in 1905. She began campaigning for a national day to honor all mothers.

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She addressed groups large and small. Anna even wrote, printed and distributing booklets of her idea at her own expense.

In May of 1907, Anna held a memorial service at the Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia where Anna’s mother had taught. There she celebrated her mother’s lifelong activism. The following year, the church held a Mother’s Day service to acknowledge all mothers and handed out white carnations to all mothers in attendance. This led to the idea that the second Sunday in May be set aside to honor every mother – living or deceased.

Mother’s Day Gains Ground Eventually, Anna’s efforts came to the attention of the mayor of Philadelphia, who proclaimed a local Mother’s Day. Following the local

level, Anna went on to Washington D.C. and the politicians there knew a good thing when they saw it and were quick to lend verbal support.

West Virginia was the first state to officially adopt the holiday, and others followed suit. Proclamation of the day by the various states led Representative J. Thomas Heflin of Alabama and Senator Morris Sheppard of Texas to present a joint resolution to Congress that Mother’s Day be observed nationwide. The resolution was passed by both houses.

In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill designating the second Sunday in May as a legal holiday to be called “Mother’s Day”—dedicated “to the best mother in the world, your mother.” For the first few years, the day was observed as a legal holiday, but A Bittersweet Legacy in absolute simplicity and reverence— According to many sources, Ann church services were held in honor of wanted to honor her mother and the all mothers, living and dead. work she had done, and claimed that her mother was the originator of the real Mother’s Day. She was unhappy to see Mother’s Day become more commercialized with the sending of cards and gifts and used as a way to promote other causes. Sadly, Anna spent the final years of her life trying to abolish the very holiday that she had helped to establish!

Just as Mother’s Day was the creation of multiple women, the modern Mother’s Day celebrates the various women in our lives including grandmothers, aunts and anyone that played a “mothering” roll in our lives.

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How To Pick The Perfect Flowers For Mom Planning on giving the gift of flowers for Mother’s Day? Don’t just purchase the usual planter pot or pre-arranged bouquet. Instead, choose a flower that has special meaning that is best suited for your Mom! Personalizing a bouquet to create a one-of-a-kind arrangement is the perfect way to say “I love you”.

Carnations Carnations are one of the first flowers that come to mind when people think of Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day initially became a national holiday in North America due to the campaigning of Anna Jarvis. During her efforts, Anna had sent 500 white carnations to her local church for mothers in attendance. Carnations have since come to signify faith, love, beauty and charity – all traits thought to represent the virtues of motherhood.

Gerbera Daisies Nothing says cheerful like a gerbera daisy flower! If your mom radiates happiness then the gerbera daisy is a perfect choice for her bouquet. These daisies are renowned for their robust flowering heads that closely resemble sunflowers. Though they have come to symbolize innocence, purity and beauty – the gerbera primarily represents cheerfulness, stemming from its welcoming appearance and many bright color variations.

Tulips If your mom is a light-hearted, easy-going person, the tulip definitely belongs in her personalized bouquet. No flower says spring like tulips with their fresh, happy looking appearance. They have come to

represent comfort, coziness and above all happiness.

Azaleas If your mom has an interest in cultural traditions, the azalea flower might be a perfect addition for her bouquet. The Azalea is a renowned Chinese symbol for womanhood and is also celebrated annually by cultures all over the world for its beauty and association with love.

Day Lilies Like azaleas, Day Lilies are an Asian emblem for mothers. The Day Lily is famous for its beautiful appearance and symbolic association with motherhood and Mother’s Day. The Day Lily is perfectly suited for your mothers bouquet and is sure to fit with its variety of bright colors including vivid oranges and yellows.

Blue Bells If your mother is has calm and soothing – then the Bluebell flower is a good choice to add to her arrangement. Bluebell flowers bloom in April and May of each year, just in time for Mother’s Day. Their soft blue color and pretty shape have come to represent humility and constancy.

Camellias Does your mother prefer plants over fresh cut bouquets? If so, the long-lasting camellia plant is the perfect option.

Camellia plants are native to China, Japan and South East Asia. Available in a variety of rich and vivid colors, they give off a light, delicate fragrance. Camellias are believed to represent longevity and gratitude which makes them a perfect way to say thank you to your mom on Mother’s Day. Roses And finally, you can always turn to roses.

If your mother is very traditional, roses might be the best options for her. While red roses are traditionally associated with romantic love, a lighter red or deep pink color denotes gratitude and appreciation.

In addition, yellow roses represent a caring nature, while white roses are associated with purity and brightness. Considering their meaning, any combination of these spring-time colored roses would make the perfect bouquet for your mom.

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10 Fun Things For Kids To Do With Mom on Mother’s Day This Mother's Day, why not get the whole family together for some creative fun and games? Here are 10 ways to inject some laughter— and love—into your Mother's Day celebration.

Take an exotic "vacation. You don’t need to go on an actual vacation – you can plan a trip at home to Paris – or any other destination that intrigues you. Get some croissants for breakfast, pack a picnic lunch with French bread, cheese and fruit or order a meal that fits your destination from a local restaurant. For an added touch, decorate the kitchen or dining room table with a red and white tablecloth and fresh flowers, play some French music and teach your kids some basic words in French, such as “bonjour” and “merci”.

Go to the movies. A fun way to share family memories is to look through old photographs or watch home movies. If you live near Grandma or Grandpa, include them in your activities and take a trip down memory lane together! Your kids will get a kick out of the clothes you wore – not to mention the fact that you were once a baby, toddler or teen.

Find the humor in family life.

Try starting a new tradition this year by creating a family comic strip. Take a long sheet of paper and draw three or four large squares next to one another, like a newspaper comic strip. Think of an event, celebration or something funny that happened in the past year and illustrate with with markers, crayons or paints. Be sure to include dialogue along with a date and title.

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Make a little music. Stage your own “lip sync” contest to have a little fun… have each family member choose a favorite song from a CD, tape or video you currently own. Turn on the music and let each person lip sync the works to the song, doing his or her best to mimic the performer.

Score each family members performance on cards, similar to judging on TV talent shows.

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Ideas that can be included on the list: An hour alone so I can call a friend or soak in the tub; A chance to sleep in until 9 a.m.; A manicure at my favorite nail salon; No sibling squabbles for an hour; Whatever else you'd really love!

Have your husband and kids make up coupons with each of these services, and be sure to redeem them throughout Mother's Day weekend.

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Now that spring has arrived – why not gather up the whole family for an oldfashioned bug safari. To begin you’ll need an insect field guide (to identify the insects you find), a magnifying glass and a field to explore (your back yard or a local park). Get kids in the spirit by telling them some fun facts about bugs. As an example, grasshoppers can leap 20 times the length of their body which would be

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Plant some flowers. If you have extra space in your flowerbed or garden, create a live Mother’s Day canvas. Buy a variety of flowers seed packets that are fast growing and grow well in your region. Next, have your kids draw a picture or write a short message in the garden dirt with a stick. Drop the seeds in the dirt lines and cover them up. Be sure to water the seeds every few days and before long the picture or message will bloom.

Make a "lasting impression. If it’s a warm day, go outside and have your children and anyone else in your family who wants to participate place their hands and feet into a shallow tup of colorful non-toxic paint.

Spread out a roll of butcher paper and have everyone press their hands and feet onto it leaving their prints behind. Label each handprint and footprint with the person’s name, the date and a special message then allow the masterpiece to dry. Try the same activity next year and see how much everyone’s hand/footprints have grown.

Read a good book. If you happen upon some downtime on Mother’s Day, take a blanket outside and leaf through a children’s book that’s perfect for the day such as The Mother's Day Mice, No Time for Mother's Day, Clifford's Happy Mother's Day, or Are You My Mother? You could also select one of your own childhood favorites, and read it with your kids.

Schedule time for hugs. What would Mother’s Day be like without hugs and kisses all around? One way to work them into your day is by setup up a silly “hugs & kisses” schedule for your kids and posting it on the fridge. For example, you could right “10:30am – everyone runs around the couch and gives Mom a hug & kiss” or “2:15pm – everyone hops around the oak tree on one foot and then has a group hug”. Make your own directions and silly things to do but be sure to include lots of hugs, kisses & laughter in your day.

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Help "Clean Up" Mom's Schedule For Mother's Day With Mother’s Day nearly here, it might be a good idea to start thinking about what to get Mom. While anyone can give her flowers, candy or dinner at a restaurant, why not forgo the old “disposable” gifts, and instead put a little imagination into her special day this year?

Think about it—your mom is most likely an inspiring, amazing, wonderful lady, so why shouldn’t her gift be as well? After all, this is the woman who makes your favorite meal when you’re home, washes (and probably folds) your laundry without complaint, forgoes her own needs in order to meet yours and a litany of other tasks that help your life run smoothly.

To that point, why not help Mom (or wife or grandmother) out by doing what she’s done for you for so long?

Give a gift that keeps on giving: a clean house. The following tips are sure to help spark an alternative approach for the second Sunday in May: • Do the windows. The following solution will give windows a streakand smudge-free shine: Combine one gallon of water to one-half cup of vinegar, one-half cup of rubbing alcohol and about two squirts of Dawn dishwashing liquid. Pour into a spray

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• Tackle the chores she doesn’t have time to do. This includes window washing, wiping down baseboards, light switches, cabinets and dusting shutters and blinds.

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The big-ticket items in the house tend to get lost in the daily, weekly and even monthly rotation of cleaning. To that end, surprise mom by moving and scrubbing behind appliances like stoves and refrigerators, and furniture such as couches and recliners.

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A Brunch Surprise For Mom (Culinary.net) Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and treat your mom to a delicious breakfast or brunch. Whether it’s a meal in bed or a beautiful spread on the dining room table, make the day special with simple recipes that are sure to impress.

Try this Brunch Fruit Tart with a tasty granola crust and colorful fruit topping to start Mother’s Day in style. It’s a sweet option to begin her day on the right note.

With a crunchy crust and smooth center, this tart is balanced, easy to make and a beautiful addition to the menu. It’s also easy to customize as the fruit topping options are nearly unlimited. Pick your mom’s favorites and decorate the top however you please. Or, let the little ones get creative and put their own spin on an essential Mother’s Day • 1/2 cup butter, softened meal.

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May 21 & 22, 2022 The Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center will be sponsoring this 25th annual Jim Thorpe Birthday Weekend on Saturday, May 21st and Sunday, May 22nd. This event is in honor of James Francis Thorpe, a Native American and “Athlete of the 20th Century”.

The festivities start off on Saturday, May 21st at 10:30 am with a Native American Tribute at the Jim Thorpe Mausoleum along with Don Wild Eagle, Medicine Horse Drum Group, Carlisle Guests, and Native

Americans. An Olympic Torch run by the Jim Thorpe High School Cross Country and Track Teams will proceed with a police escort down Center Street to Front Street with a left onto the bridge, a right on 209 to the Liberties, a left at the Liberties to South Avenue, then a left onto Hill Road to Broadway, and then down Broadway to Josiah White Park. At 12pm, the lighting of the Olympic Torch will take place at Josiah White Park to kick off the Native America Events for the weekend.

Medals will be awarded to the team and coach and the resolution that Rep. Doyle Heffley had the Pennsylvania House pass declaring that May 21, 2022 has been named “James Francis Thorpe Day” in the Commonwealth will be read.

Town dignitaries will also be invited to honor this occasion with their presence.

A Large Birthday Cake will be presented, cut and pieces sold as part of the festivities for the weekend.

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Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration Schedule OLYMPIAN AUCTION SATURDAY AND SUNDAY JOSIAH WHITE PARK – Donated items being accepted and may be dropped off at Nature’s Trail, 5 Broadway, Jim Thorpe.

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SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2022 Native American Ceremony –Jim Thorpe Mausoleum Carrying of the Olympic Torch by Olympian Cross Country & Track Teams from the Monument to Josiah White Park.

Cheerleader performance in front of the Gazebo then move in front of the Court House to wait for the runners. Stretch ribbon

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runners to the Gazebo RESTAURANTS OPEN ALL 12-12:30pm Awarding of medals to cross country & track teams and reading of WEEKEND FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT. the Resolution by Rep. Heffley, introduction of special visitors and

presentation of the Birthday Cake (Josiah White Park) MANY GREAT CRAFT VENDORS 12:30-1:30pm Brad & Luke Duo (Josiah White Park) AND LOTS OF GOOD FOOD 1:30-2:30pm Don Wild Eagle & Fam. With Medicine Horse Drum WILL BE AVAILABLE ALL

(Josiah White Park) WEEKEND PLUS MAY OTHER 2:30-4:30pm Faculty Brass (Strolling Through Town) GOODIES & SURPRISES. 2:30-3:30pm Terry Stongheart (Josiah White Park) 3:30-4:30pm Brad & Luke Duo (Josiah White Park) 14 West Broadway, 4:45-5pm Closing Ceremony Medicine Horse Drum (Josiah White Park) Jim Thorpe,PA 570.325.0249 11am-5pm Buster the Clown (Josiah White Park) Fine Live Entertainment in the Historic Jim Thorpe Opera House

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5 Ways To Improve Your Home Coffee Experience (BPT) - These days, everyone is seeking the best gadgets and products to help them savor their own home-brewed coffee, looking to enhance the flavor and even turn coffee making into a soothing daily ritual.

Fortunately, there are many ways to enjoy your cup of joe that don't require more work - but will make your experience more blissful, luxurious and delicious.

If you are one of the many coffee lovers out there looking to make the most of your morning java, here are some tips to help you rival the best barista in town.

1. Explore a new world of coffee possibilities Widen your taste options by discovering what else is out there. Try small samples of different types of beans - from light roast to dark, and everything in between. Try beans from different parts of the world with their own unique flavors, or you could even combine a selection of beans you like to create your own one-of-akind blend. Do check the roast date on the label before you buy, which tells you how fresh the beans are.

2. Select the best creamer - for optimal taste and for your well-being Adding a delightfully creamy touch to your coffee can turn an ordinary day into something truly special. But don't settle for just any creamer.

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Sustainable Beef: How Cattle Are Part Of The Climate Solution (BPT) - Beef has gotten a bad rap when it comes to environmental sustainability, and the important role cattle play in environmental conservation is often omitted from headlines. It's true that cattle produce methane, a greenhouse gas, and industry leaders are working to reduce the amount of methane cattle's digestive systems produce.

Dr. Ermias Kebreab, associate dean for global engagement in University of California-Davis' College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, is studying the most effective feed supplements to limit climate impact. This, paired with the ecosystem benefits cattle provide, demonstrates cows are vital in sustaining healthy environments.

"My research is focused on how we can make cattle more sustainable and reach climate neutrality. Cattle already provide natural benefits by enriching soil quality through carbon sequestration. I want to take cattle's environmental benefits one step further," says Kebreab.

All too often the untold story is how cattle farmers and ranchers are actually helping to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide, the world's most abundant greenhouse gas, in the environment through grazing cattle.

Through grazing management and other sustainable practices, cattle ranching is positively impacting the environment - from the open space it preserves for

wildlife habitat to the way cattle naturally regenerate soil and plant life which then capture carbon.

Still skeptical? Read on to see how cattle and sustainability can go hand in hand.

Capturing carbon By simply grazing, cattle take part in carbon sequestration - the process of plants capturing and storing carbon dioxide underground [1]. In fact, proper grazing management is one of the best ways to store carbon in the soil [2]. This is because cattle recycle nutrients through the soil. They consume and digest plants and their manure enriches the soil, allowing new, healthy plants to grow quickly and effectively, and in turn, capture carbon [3].

Why is cattle's role in carbon sequestration so important? U.S. soil holds up to 30% of the world's carbon, and all that stored greenhouse gas is protected by the farmers and ranchers who graze cattle on that land [4]. If you were to develop on that land, you'd release all the stored carbon and rob the soil of its ability to capture additional carbon in the future [5].

Protecting biodiversity Cattle and bison have naturally preserved the North American ecosystem for centuries [6]. Today, farmers and ranchers across the country graze cattle on varying landscapes and in a range of

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climates, preserving land that is home to countless species of plants and wildlife [7].

In fact, the land that U.S. ranching families manage preserves the habitat of hundreds of animal species, like butterflies, waterfowl, songbirds, elk, deer and countless others, including many that are on the endangered list [7,8].

Without farmers and ranchers grazing cattle on the land, habitats could be permanently destroyed by development, leading to the endangerment and possible extinction of plant and wildlife species.

Part of the climate solution Through decades of research, innovation and improvement, the U.S. is the leader in sustainable beef production, but it doesn't stop there. The beef industry is committed to continuous improvement and through programs like the Beef Checkoff-funded Beef Quality Assurance program, farmers and ranchers across the country have access to the training and tools they need to continue to protect the land.

While grazing and grasslands are already storing carbon, offsetting emissions in the atmosphere and preserving open space, cattle farmers and ranchers know it is their duty to protect the land they have been entrusted to manage.

1. Smith, P. 2012. Soils and climate change. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability 4: 539-544.2. Schuman, et al. 2002. Soil Carbon dynamics and potential carbon sequestration by rangelands. Environmental Pollution 116: 391-396.3. Scott, Dave. 2018. Livestock as a Tool: Improving Soil Health, Boosting Crops. NCAT.4. Silveira, et al. 2012. Carbon sequestration in grazing land ecosystems.

University of Florida Extension.5. Follett, R.F., J.M. Kimble, and R. Lal. 2001.?The Potential of U.S. Grazing Lands to Sequester Carbon and Mitigate the Greenhouse Effect. Boca Raton, FL: Lewis Publishers.6. Neiburger, E.J. 1986. Central States Archaeological Journal. Vol. 33, No. 3, pp. 140143.7. Brunson, MW and L. Huntsinger. 2008. Ranching as a Conversation Strategy: Can Old Ranchers Save the New West? Rangeland Ecology & Management 61(2): 137-147.)8.

Barry, Sheila. 2021. Beef Cattle Grazing More Help than Harm for Endangered Plants and Animals.

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Upcoming Community Events Sunday, May 1 • Sheppton-Oneida Volunteer Fire Company Monthly Bingo • Doors open at 12 noon - features special games, big prizes, homemaded food. Call 570-384-4746 for information.

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Food trucks and children activities. Special appearance by Smokey the Bear.

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They're also ethically made with real organic milk and cream from pasture-raised cows on small family farms.

3. Dress up your coffee Now that you've found your favorite blend and premium creamer, it's fun to "dress up" your coffee for a truly customized experience. You can froth your creamer, and/or sprinkle a tasty dusting of cinnamon, nutmeg or cocoa on top. Make it look as good as it tastes by watching a few YouTube videos to learn how to create a whimsical foam design.

4. Find the perfect bites to go with your java Coffee tastes even more delightful when you pair it with just the right breakfast bite, mid-morning treat or after-dinner dessert. Exploring flavor combinations can be a fun way to enhance your coffee experience with everything from donuts to egg bakes, and crepes to cookies. You can find a world of great ideas at OrganicValley. coop/recipes/.

5. Choose a special cup To transform your morning coffee into a magical ritual, find a cup that you love - not just for how it looks, but how it feels in your hands. You know you've found your perfect coffee mug when it feels comforting just taking your first sip each morning.

Saturday, May 21 from 2pm to 9pm at City View Park, Hazleton • Fun for all ages — Friday, May 6 at 5pm • First Friday in stop by for live music, food trucks, vendors, Hazleton • Downtown Hazleton • Saturday, games for kids and touch a truck area / May 7 at 11am to 7pm • Spring Food Truck demonstrations. & Vendor Festival • East Bertsch Street behind the Lansford Firehouse • ood trucks, Saturday, May 21 & Sunday, May 22 • Jim games, craft vendors will be on hand.

Thrope Olympian Birthday Celebration • Downtown Jim Thorpe • Tons of fun for all Saturday, May 7 at 11am to 7pm • Spring ages with live music and much more! View Food Truck & Vendor Festival • East Bertsch more details on pagea 14 thru 16.

Street behind the Lansford Firehouse • ood trucks, games, craft vendors will be on Saturday, May 21 starting at 10am • Kielbasi hand.

Festival/Heritage Day 2022 • Downtown Shenandoah, 116 N. Main St., Shenandoah, Saturday, May 14 from 11am to 5pm • PA 17976 • The day kicks off at 10am with Sheppton-Oneida Volunteer Fire Company the Parade of Nations recognizing the many Food Truck Festival at the Firehouse • Many different ethnicities in the community. Food food vendors with specialty and ethnic and beverage vendors, arts and crafts foods. vendors will fill the street as the community celebrates kielbasi, pierogies, and so much Saturday, May 14 from 4pm to 10pm • more! Admission is free. Live musical Harwood Fire Company Pistols & Purses performances throughout the day.

Bingo • Harwood Fire Company, 874 Old Street, Hazle Township, PA 18202 • We have twenty total games of rapid-fire Follow Us fun, including five heavy artillery special We accept all major credit cards and EBT games, thousands of dollars loaded in food stamp cards.

CERTIFIED ESTABLISHMENT prizes, stunning tricky trays, and delicious homemade food! You can also expect a 50/50 drawing, a bake sale, and specialty HAZLE PARK QUALITY MEATS alcoholic drinks for sale. Prizes for this bingo READING SPECIALTY MEATS 260 WASHINGTON AVE. 216 EAST FOURTH STREET include both pistols and designer purses.

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Saturday, May 14 at 5pm • Spring Designer Purse Bingo • Mahoning Valley Ambulance Corp., 902 Mill Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 • Featuring Authentic Designer Purses & Accessories from Coach and Michael Kors.

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Playing 20 Games which includes 5 Special Games. Call 610-379-1099 for more information! $35 per person. A Portion of the proceeds goes to their scholarship fund and workforce development.

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By Alice HortonBarr, CEO, Honest Abe's Taxes, Inc.

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When people filed taxes, many found that they owed taxes or had a much smaller refund than normal. The reason that people were in this situation was that with the change in the tax brackets under the new tax laws the IRS sent out new tax tables for employers to use for withholding that resulted in people having less withheld from their pay which resulted in larger net paychecks and smaller refunds at tax time.

Also, people at your job may “help you fill out your W-4”; these people often are not knowledgeable about tax laws and/or of your situation to give you good advice as to how to fill out the W-4 for yourself. The W-4 is designed to give your employers enough information for payroll tax software to virtually calculate your tax withholding to the penny of the tax that you owe and put you at a break-even/owe the government at tax time!

You must be pro-active in tax planning to look at your earnings and withholding and estimate multiple times during the year to see if you have enough being withheld. While estimating if you do not have enough being withheld you can elect to have “extra” federal withholding and therefore avoid having a “balance due” scenario.

Basically, your best bet, is to have 8% to 10% of your gross wages withheld as federal withholding each paycheck. To accomplish the correct withholding most people should claim single or married filing separate and have all -0- (ZERO) on all lines of the form W-4. If you have children, yes you can claim some of them in the lines below but be aware if you do that you are taking your “refund” home each paycheck and it may not be there when you file your taxes.

Our clients have “Tax Check-ups” which make sure they have the right tax withholding scenario that suits their personal needs. See your tax preparer for yours, or come be our client if your preparer does not offer you this service as part of your tax prep fee.

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Synco Romantico Coming To Hazleton in May The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, Inc. brings to you for the May 31, 2022 concert an amazing 10-piece instrumental ensemble featuring the silky smooth voice of Canada’s Marc Devigne and the sultry sweetness of Israel’s Adi Cohen. They deliver a high-energy, international blend of fresh and familiar pop favorites. The production is called Synco Romantico, but you may just call them fabulous!

Synco Romantico was created by award-winning Israeli music producer and composer Tomer Adaddi. He is also an arranger and pianist who has worked with numerous international artists throughout the world. His vision was to create a group with a worldwide repertoire, lots of rhythm, and a 10-piece virtuoso ensemble to back the lead singers. He has realized his goal with Synco Romantico!

Cohen and Devigne sing in several different languages including English, French, Italian, and Spanish. They will present a romantic set of songs from Latin favorites like “Volare” and “Besame Mucho” to beautiful ballads and classics such as “As Time Goes By” and “Moon River.”

Adi Cohen is an Israeli pop singer who rose to fame in 2004. It was then that she took third place in the Israeli version of “Pop Idol”. That achievement opened the door for her to become a successful professional singer and actress on many stages not only in Israel but throughout the world. She has a rare combination of star power and a velvet voice which led her to be invited to sing for world leaders at the international presidents’ convention which aired on TV stations worldwide.

Marc Devigne is originally from Winnipeg Manitoba in Canada. He is a diversely experienced singer, songwriter, musical theatre performer, and actor. With a well-rounded experience base that ranges from being a finalist on “Canadian Idol” in 2003 to international touring with various theater companies and session work as a studio vocalist, Marc Devigne has a strong passion for music and performing in general. His infectious

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stage presence and performance experience have afforded him the opportunity to appear on 2 PBS specials. His captivating on-stage energy is a testament to his broad range of Musical Theatre experience, with favorite roles including “Prince Eric” in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, and “Mark” in RENT the musical. He has performed as a featured soloist and has toured internationally as a vocalist for various musical groups, displaying an impressive ability to perform in almost any genre. With all this under his belt, Marc Devigne is a multi-disciplinary entertainer with whom to be reckoned.

Individual tickets for Synco Romantico are $30 for adults and

$10 for students. The concert begins at 7:30 PM at the Hazleton Area High School Auditorium where abundant free, lighted parking is available.

For concert information or tickets, call Cynthia at 570-579-7110, Amelia at 570-788-4864, or Shirley at 570384-1226. Find more information on all our concerts on The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, Inc. web site at hazletonconcertseries.org/ or visit our Facebook page.

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Ethnic Food Picnic, Car Show, Music, and Mine Tours Sunday, May 29th in Lansford

Memorial Day weekend is a special time at the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, PA. Although the mine and museum will be open for tours, Sunday, May 29th, will feature other special activities to commemorate the holiday weekend and the regions coal mining heritage.

The grounds will be filled with the wondrous smells of homemade ethnic foods coming from the picnic pavilion, the sounds of music in the field, the sights of beautiful antique and classic cars gathered on the grounds, and the feel of cool air coming from the over 160 year old No. 9 Coal Mine as visitors prepare to board the mine train for a one hour underground tour of the world’s oldest continuously operated deep Anthracite coal mine followed by a trip through the mining museum on the surface.

The annual Memorial Day weekend event is scheduled for Sunday, May 29th, from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM and

is open to the public. Admission to the grounds and parking are free.

A nominal fee will be charged for the mine tours. The museum and all other activities are free. The Anthracite Region Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America will present an antique and classic car show on the grounds. Anyone wishing to display their automobile can register as they arrive. Music will be provided

by DJ Shawn Frederickson.

A variety of homemade ethnic foods will be available for sale at the picnic pavilion including favorites such as halupki, haluski, pierogies, turkey & hamburger barbecue, homemade bean soup, hot dogs, homemade desserts, and a variety of beverages. This old-fashioned picnic is reminiscent of the annual coal miner’s picnics that were held years ago throughout the coal region.

Come early, have a great time, and enjoy the great food before it sells out!

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Take outs are also available. Food will be available for sale beginning at 11:00AM. The main attraction is the exciting guided underground tours of the No. 9 Coal Mine which first opened in 1855.

The tour is approximately one hour in length including the train ride into the mine. Tourists then embark on a walking tour of the fascinating sights underground. Visitors will also enjoy browsing the countless displays inside the museum that houses the region’s largest collection of coal mining artifacts and the gift shop located on the grounds.

Sunday’s event offers something for all ages as we celebrate the Memorial Day weekend. For further information, please contact the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum at 570-645-7074, visit our website at https://no9minemuseum. wixsite.com/museum, or Follow us on Facebook.

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Reservations accepted on groups of 20 or more. The perfect field trip for schools and scouts!!!

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Art & Antiques By Dr. Lori What Is An Antique?

By Dr. Lori Verderame patent for Christian K. Nelson. Eskimo One of the most common questions that I field is: “What’s an Antique?” The word antique has a simple definition.

While many people confuse the word and its definition with other related words like vintage, classic, antiquity, or ancient, the word antique refers to an object that has reached 100 years of age. For an object to be called antique, it must be 100 years of age. So, in 2022, many objects become antiques.

For collectors and resellers, objects that reach this enviable status are worth more than they were last year.

In 1922, many major achievements took place in science, culture, and the arts. What’s collectible from 100 years ago is trending now.

For collectors, the Eskimo Pie ice cream bar debuted in the US with a

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Pie packaging and related advertising memorabilia is of interest to collectors of the delicious ice cream treat and command high prices in 2022.

On James Joyce’s 40th birthday, February 2, 1922, the novel Ulysses was published in Paris, France. For bibliophiles and other book collectors, first editions of the book will bring big bucks at auction and online. A special first edition copy of Ulysses, numbered 478/750 on handmade paper with a provenance that includes artists Marsden Hartley and Georgia O’Keeffe sold at Sotheby’s auction for $62,500.

Another publication impressed readers worldwide in a different way when DeWitt and Lila Wallace published the first issue of Reader’s Digest. Today, the magazine itself and other publications under the Reader’s Digest publishing umbrella have introduced everyman to major events, great books, and happenings around the world. Another magazine makes its debut in 1922 when author and poet, T. S. Eliot establishes The Criterion magazine which contains the first publication of The Waste Land.

On February 8, 1922, President Warren G. Harding introduced the first radio in the White House. Radios are a major

Panorama Community Magazine collecting field and remains of interest with many collectors. Radios and their parts are regularly traded online. President Harding will make his first speech on radio on June 14, 1922 (Flag Day) however, it is candidate and later President Calvin Coolidge that uses radio to help secure his bid for the White House in 1924.

On May 5, 1922, in the Bronx borough of New York City, construction begins on Yankee Stadium. Today, people may purchase objects from the original Yankee stadium including bleacher seats, bases, dugout wood, and even dirt from the field. Milestones like 100 years of age make such items desirable.

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Continued from previous page objects, souvenirs of our nation’s capital and Lincoln collectibles show prices on the rise with history buffs and collectors.

On July 11, 1922, the Hollywood Bowl opens. It will become a major open-air music venue in California.

Nearby, the famed Rose Bowl sports stadium opens in Pasadena, CA that same year. Collectibles from both the Hollywood Bowl and the Rose Bowl including brochures and programs from games will increase in value this year.

Probably the most famous event of 1922 is the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. On November 4, in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, a group of English archaeologists led by Howard Carter found the entrance to the Pharaoh Tutankhamun's tomb. On November 26, 1922, after more than 3,000 years undisturbed, Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon become the first people to look inside KV62, the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

This historic event sparked a fashion, art, and cultural rebirth of all things ancient Egyptian. Objects of Egyptomania appeared in architectural buildings such as theatres, hotels, and civic buildings, jewelry design of brooches, necklaces, and earrings, fine art paintings and sculpture took on an Egyptian look and the list goes on.

Culture looked to Egyptian culture and the early 1920s saw a great interest in all things surrounding King Tut and the life of the ancient Egyptians.

On December, 20, 1922, the play Antigone by Jean Cocteau based on the Greek myth took to the Paris stage with sets designed by Cubist master, Pablo Picasso (1881-1973). The play’s music was by Arthur Honegger with costumes by Gabrielle Bonheur “Coco” Chanel (1883-1971). Picasso prints, paintings, ceramics as well as Chanel’s clothing designs, jewelry, and accessories remain important collectibles to this day.

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Meet The Candidate — Michael A. LaRocca Michael A. LaRocca is a Republican candidate for State Representative in Pennsylvania’s new 116th Legislative District. This is the seat previously held by Judge Tarah Toohil. It will be held by Mr. Robert Schnee until this December.

The Primary Election is on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.

Mike LaRocca is a lifelong resident of the Hazleton Area, and a graduate of Hazleton Area High School. He lives just a few blocks away from Harry's U-Pull It Auto Parts, in Hazle Township (near West Hazleton).

Mike is perhaps best known for his time as one of our area’s Snap-on® Tools franchise owners.

Shortly after high school, LaRocca purchased a struggling franchise which he was able to nurture and successfully grow into the second largest franchise operation in the world, operating four trucks and servicing thousands of customers.

After his time with Snap-on, Mike LaRocca spent time in other enterprises, including designing and building offshore performance engines, as well as a brief stint in the financial sector. Currently, LaRocca runs a coin-operated amusement

company where he provides sales and service to hundreds of customers from near and far. He always prioritizes prompt, professional, and efficient customer service to all of his clients.

Having owned and operated small businesses in our area for 20+ years, Mike LaRocca has developed a strong personal relationship with the community and surrounding areas. This position will provide LaRocca with an opportunity to give back to our area, providing our district’s residents with a solid voice representing their needs and concerns in Harrisburg.

As State Representative, Mike will be a strong voice for Seniors and Veterans, for the Second Amendment, for better jobs for our area, and to protect those with preexisting conditions.

Mike’s background as a businessman, his strong interpersonal skills, and his familiarity with our area will ensure we are not forgotten in Harrisburg!

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A League Of Their Own Anniversary Edition

2022 is the 30th anniversary of “A League of Their Own”. It wasn’t just a great baseball movie; it was a movie that remembered an important part of American History.

The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League gave over 600 female athletes the opportunity to play professional baseball and to play it at a level never before attained.

The League operated from 1943 to 1954 and represents one of the most unique aspects of our nation's baseball history. The movie was a dramatization, and its characters were loosely based compilations of league members. The movie featured Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, Madonna, and Lori Petty. The film was released on July 1, 1992 and was #1 by its second weekend. It was a commercial success, making over $132 million in the United States on a $40 million budget, and was well-received by critics.

We are the members of the All-American League. We come from cities near and far.

We've got Canadians, Irishmen and Swedes, We're all for one, we're one for all We're AllAmericans! These are some the words from Victory Song, the anthem from All-American Girls Professional League Players Association.

They did come from cities near and far and some came from Northeast Pennsylvania.

member of the AAGPBL. She played as a catcher and right fielder during the 1953 and 1954 seasons for the Rockford Peaches of Illinois.

Sands began her athletic career as a bat girl for Orangeville’s Tri-County League baseball team at the age of six. In 1949, when she was a freshman at Bloomsburg High School, Sands played on the girls’ varsity basketball team. A year later, at a time in which there was not much of a place for women’s sports, the Sarah “Salty” Sands (Ferguson) Orangeville- In 1952, she became a program ended. Other than a few occasional pick-up softball games, Sands had no additional athletic experience until 1953 when she became a member of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.

In the fall of 1952, a family friend of the Sands’ was doing business in Allentown with a man named Charles Schuler.

After some conversation, the friend came to find that Mr. Schuler was a scout for the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.

The moment Sands’ father caught wind of this news he contacted Mr. Schuler, who invited Sands and her father to his home to see Sands perform. After Sands threw five pitches, Mr. Schuler turned to Sands’ father

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and informed him that he would be sending Sands to the Rockford Peaches in Illinois the following spring for pre-season training.

She played during the final two seasons for the Rockford Peaches, managed by John Rawlings, which was one of the two teams that were part of the league for all 12 seasons. The team played six games a week and doubleheaders on Sundays. Sands made $200 a month during her first year.

Sands made the second All Star team during her second season in 1954. During her professional career she only committed 14 errors in 136 games, with a fielding percentage of .936. She also had 27 assists, most of which were made from right field.

After the league ended in 1954, she work for the US military in various capacities.

In 1957 she married William Ferguson. In 1960 Sarah returned to Orangeville with her husband and started their family, a son William Jr. and a daughter Tammy. For over 50 years Ferguson was involved with the local sports scene as player and a coach. Ferguson was inducted into Bloomsburg High School’s Graduates of Distinction in April of 2003. Then, in 2006 she was named “Woman of the Year” by the Women’s Conference at Bloomsburg University. She was one of 42 players to participate in the final scene of “A League of Their Own” and attended the premiere in New York City.

Ruth Williams (Heverly) Nescopeck - played in AAGPBL from 1947 to 1953. After graduating from Nescopeck High School she went to East Stroudsburg University where she obtained a teaching degree and was star athlete. In 1988 she was inducted into the East Stroudsburg Hall of fame.

In 1946 she attended a league tryout in Allentown, she only one of two players (out of 200 to tryout) to be picked for the league. She

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She was primarily a pitcher. finishing with an ERA of 2.19 and had a record 46 consecutive scoreless innings.

She started teaching in 1947 and would not attend spring training, since she could not give up her teaching job. She married Leonard Heverely in 1953 and adopted a son Michael. She taught for 35 years. After her retirement, she became involved in the leagues reunions and events.

Ruth passed away February 10, 2005.

Jean Marlow Scranton - Jean was the daughter of Stanley and Josephine Malanoski. At an early age, she learned to play sandlot ball with the backing of her father and uncle who were professional ballplayers. She graduated from Scranton Central High School.

Marlowe learned about the league through a local newspaper and went to Allentown for a tryout with around 200 other girls. She tried out as an infielder and outfielder, but the league's trainers liked her strong throwing arm and converted her into a pitcher Marlowe joined the AAGPBL in 1948 with the Springfield Sallies. The Sallies inaugural season was nothing to write about. The team posted the worst record of the circuit, going 41–84 in the Western Division, getting roughed up as a last-place expansion club. The team ended 35 games out of the first place Racine Belles. At age nineteen, Marlowe became a stalwart of the helpless Sallies. She went 7–22 in 31 pitching appearances and led the league

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in losses, despite posting a 3.66 ERA She opened 1949 with the Kenosha Comets, playing regularly at outfield and pitching sporadically. She compiled a 7–7 pitching record and improved her ERA to 2.67 in 17 games.

Her most productive season came in 1951, when she posted a 12–12 record in 28 games with career numbers in wins, ERA (2.62) and strikeouts (115). She ended fourth for the most strikeouts, sixth in innings pitched (211) and tied for sixth in complete games (21).

Marlowe joined the Kalamazoo Lassies in 1952. That season she batted a .291 average and three home runs (both career numbers) She matched her season-high with 12 wins, though she was credited with 15 losses. She also compiled a 3.24 ERA and was the best fielding pitcher without an error committed in 172 innings of work.

She did not play in 1953 but returned to Kalamazoo in 1954, during what turned out to be the league's final season. She went 8–12 with a 4.78 ERA in 23 pitching

appearances After the league folded, Marlowe continued to play softball and worked for B.F. Goodrich Company. She later took a job with the Schott Glass Technologies and worked there until her retirement in 1987. In 2002, she was among four baseball personalities to be inducted in the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame.

Jean Marlowe died in 2007, at age 77, in Olyphant, Pennsylvania.

Movie Notes There were many memorable scenes in the movie, but two quotes are still heard resonating throughout ball fields to this this day.

“There’s no Crying in baseball” is ranked by the America Film Industry as one of 100 greatest movie lines.

“It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard...is what makes it great.” Coaches in all sports have been borrowing from this line.

The movie is sure to make many appearances on television over the next few months, so take a few minutes and wonder where the last 30 years went. Until next month, keep the comments flowing to hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com and on twitter @hardcoalbasebal (sources: Interview with Sarah Ferguson 7-12-12, aagpbl.com, baseball hall of fame.)

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These days, health-related insight is a click away. Curious about the symptoms of depression? Google it. Need the definition of collagen? Ask Alexa. Want to know more about women’s reproductive rights? Pick a podcast.

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A majority of women agreed that taking an active role in their own health is very important According to a survey by HealthyWomen, in late 2021, surveyed women between the ages of 35 and 64, a majority of the respondents (87%) agreed or strongly agreed that taking an active role in their own health care is the most important thing that

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One Of The Best Activities You Can Do To Improve Your Health

By Dr. Candice Dutko, DNP You won’t see this activity on a late-night infomercial… and you don’t have to call your insurance company for a pre-authorization to participate. More often than not, you don’t even have to purchase special equipment to take part in it.

One of the best activities we can do to improve our health is…drumroll please…go for a walk!

Some people tend to overcomplicate adding healthy activities into their life. They may focus on where to find the best gym membership or acquiring equipment for their home and end up overlooking a great activity, in this case walking, that can have a great impact on their life. Even better, it costs you nothing!

There is an abundant amount of literature supporting the benefits of walking and its health benefits: improved blood pressure, improved cholesterol levels, weight loss, lowering risk of cardiovascular disease, and improved mental health. For those at risk for bone and joint disorders (ex., osteoporosis), walking has been shown to help prevent or delay the onset of these conditions or help them remain manageable.

In addition, research also suggests that walking with others has demonstrated greater health benefits than those who walked alone. All the more reason to ask a friend or someone to come along! (Please check out my Facebook page for

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In addition, research has demonstrated enhanced benefits to mental health for those walking in nature as opposed to more urban environments.

However, don’t take an all-or-nothing approach…if the only walk you can get in is around downtown, then go for it!

If you think there is potentially a reason you should not add walking to your routine, feel free to double-check with your primary care provider.

We now know the benefits of walking and are looking to take that next step…no pun intended…to incorporate walking into our daily routine. The general recommendation is anywhere between eight and ten thousand steps per day. Not everyone is going to be able to go from walking just a few thousand and ramping up to 10,000. If you have a device that tracks your steps, take a look at the data. What have you been averaging?

Whatever that number might be, perhaps aim for about 1000 steps beyond that. Once you have been able to consistently do that, increase again. Another strategy might be to aim for

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For example, maybe you aim for just an additional 10 minutes each day.

Of note…don’t become overwhelmed by seeing the number 10,000. For perspective, a roughly 15 minute walk with my dog that is approximately 0.80 miles usually gets me about 2500 steps.

Whatever approach you feel might be best for you, consider this framework that I like from Tim Grover, author of Relentless and W1nning. Decide. Commit. Act. Succeed. Repeat.

1 - Decide what your daily goal will be.

I will walk for 10 minutes each day.

2 - Commit to getting it done. Rain, sleet or shine, it gets done…even if you have to walk from one end of the house or apartment back and forth for 10 minutes.

3 - Act. Get those steps in!

4 - Succeed. Be proud of doing something good for you!

Perhaps find a way to follow-up your walking with something else that signifies you accomplished your goal for today. If you are a checklist person, cross it off the list.

Maybe draw a line through the day on the calendar. Or, in a notebook, journal the thoughts that came to mind while you were walking (so many ideas come to mind when I am out on a walk!).

5 - Repeat!

I’d love to be your accountability partner! Feel free to message me on social media (Facebook: Achieve Wellness & Fitness or Instagram: @achieve.wellness. nepa) or email me at coachcandiced@ gmail.com. I’d love to know, what did you decide to commit to this month?

In conclusion, walking is a great way to dip your toes into improving your overall state of wellness. Instituting a walking routine might also be a great way to exercise that discipline muscle. For example, if you can be consistent with this activity in your daily life, it will be a boost to your confidence that you can complete other tasks that are meaningful to you.

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By Kelly Ricko As we celebrate Women’s Health month, we would like to remind readers to schedule your mammogram. A mammogram is recommended annually for women over the age of 40 and regularly for those patients that may be considered higher risk due to a personal or family history of breast cancer, abnormal breast changes or long-term use of hormone therapy.

We are working hard to keep you and our staff safe and healthy by taking preventative measures with sanitizing and disinfecting between patients and social distancing where needed due to COVID 19. We are staying up to date on the current situation as it evolves and adjusting accordingly. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.

Hazleton Imaging has been serving patients in the area since 2001 and will

continue providing the same service for many years to come. If your doctor has ordered diagnostic imaging for you, it is because he or she feels that it is important.

We are fully accredited by the ACR. The concept of Hazleton Imaging was created by a group of local Radiologists with the sole purpose of providing unparalleled service and quality to the patients & physicians of the Wyoming Valley. These physicians earned the respect by the local clinicians as the elite providers of Radiology interpretation in the area at one of the regional hospital facilities. From this, the concept of Hazleton Imaging, a full service, first class Diagnostic Imaging Center was conceived. A few years later, in 2004, our second location Vision Imaging in Kingston, PA was opened under the same concept.

Our mission has always been and Continued on page 42

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Treating Breast Cancer with Radiation Therapy

Straining to read the fine print?

By Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton therapy for the breast, including whole According to the American Cancer Society, over 12,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in Pennsylvania in 2022. From the moment a woman is faced with the news of an abnormal mammogram, it is impossible for her not to feel a great deal of anxiety and uncertainty. What stage is my cancer? What treatments do I need?

What side effects will I have? These are all common questions a newly-diagnosed breast cancer patient may have.

Another concern a breast cancer patient may have is how they are going to be treated? Patients want to be treated with respect and compassion and they want physicians who are going to listen to them honestly and openly. They want to be treated with high-quality care ina comfortable and caring environment.

Having a treatment team of breast cancer experts focused on you from that moment, being your guide with the decision-making, and ensuring the most collaborative care is the best start.

There are several different types of breast cancer, with treatment options unique to every cancer patient. The role of radiation therapy for the treatment of breast cancer is very important in allowing women to preserve their breasts.

Historically, women with breast cancer used to have their entire breast removed.

Patients can now have the breast lump removed (lumpectomy) followed by radiation therapy to the remainder of the breast, which is now the new standard of care called breast-conserving therapy.

There are now multiple types of radiation

breast radiation therapy or partial breast radiation therapy. Patients can also now receive radiation therapy to the breast in much shorter periods. It use to take up to six weeks of daily radiation treatments, but now many patients can get this treatment done in three weeks. There are also newer forms of radiation therapy that can just target a part of the breast rather than the whole breast and some patients can now also receive radiation at the same time of surgery.

At the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton, we use radiation therapy to treat breast cancer. External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) is the most common type of radiation therapy for women with breast cancer. EBRT is administered with a linear accelerator (LINAC) that generates and delivers high-energy X-ray beams to the breast cancer. It destroys cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Treatments are safe, require no hospitalization, and only take about 10 to 15 minutes. Side effects are usually minimal, and most patients return to routine activities immediately after each treatment.

Increased knowledge and innovations in breast cancer diagnosis and treatments make the future bright for women diagnosed with this illness. If you, or a loved one, have had an abnormal mammogram, been diagnosed with breast cancer, or would like to receive a second opinion on breast cancer treatment, please contact the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.

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(BPT) - It starts in your 40s: Suddenly you're having trouble reading smaller print on the computer, electronic devices and books. You feel frustrated holding a menu farther from your face to make out blurry letters. You may even get headaches as you strain to read print that just seems smaller than it used to be. The good news is, you're not alone. This is a normal condition called "presbyopia" that affects 128 million Americans in their 40s and beyond - and there are positive steps you can take to avoid the eyestrain and headaches that come with it.

If this sounds familiar, here are things you can do to alleviate your vision problems.

Make it larger This may sound simple, but with computers and devices, it's easy to make the print larger. With so many working from home, enlarging what's on the screen is a commonplace solution. There are different ways to increase font size or images on any device. With touch-screen devices, your fingers can enlarge print you're trying to read.

On computers, you can use a zoom-in feature to make fonts larger. For PCs, use the "CTRL" button with the plus sign (on a Mac, use the Command button with the plus sign). Additional options to make all images larger are found in Settings (or System Preferences on a Mac).

With print, your only option is to seek out large-print publications.

Use reading glasses Another option is getting over-the-counter reading glasses, which can help you read small print wherever you encounter it. You can find them at pharmacies, retailer shops and even online stores, but choosing just the right ones can be hard and time-consuming.

If you don't know the magnification strength you need, you'll stand at the array of readers at the store trying on pair after pair, trying to figure out which one works. You'll try the "selftests" offered at these locations, which are unscientific and hard to follow. Additionally, the store conditions do not replicate what you experience while reading a book or working on the computer at home. It's common to choose an overly strong magnification that looks clear at the store but may provide too much magnification - creating another problem.

"When you wear a pair of glasses that have more magnification than you need, you're forcing your brain to work with that correction," says Phoebe Yu, vice president of marketing, EyeQue. "It may work for a while, but if you continue wearing the glasses, you'll develop ocular headaches or migraines."

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What's Happening At ms?

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by Kristen Adams, Direct nal Director of Sales Stephanie N Miller, Regio

April saw our community enjoying Easter dinner with family and friends. A delicious homemade meal was prepared by our culinary staff with favorites like Kielbasa and Easter Pie. The Easter Bunny made an appearance, there was an egg hunt for the little ones, and residents died eggs and had a bunny cake contest! Everyone is gearing up for May, as the saying goes April showers bring May flowers. Our gardeners are getting ready to prepare our flower beds. Exciting things are happening in our community, come by and visit anytime and join the fun!

• Tuesday, May 3rd - Ed-U Presentation: The Life of Benjamin Franklin by Providence Place resident Roger Cotterill – 2:30pm – 3rd floor • Friday, May 6th - Musical Entertainment by Noreen Gregory –

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We have availability in our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care (secure unit) as of today.

New residents will also have access to the COVID vaccine internally if needed. If you know someone would benefit from our services, reach out anytime!

Providence Place is welcoming new admissions and taking precautions to keep everyone safe! Call Stephanie Miller, Regional Director of Sales at 570-956-8495 for more information!

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Botox for Looks and Anxiety

by Stephen Schleicher, MD

In the recent past I published an article noting the widespread use of “preventative Botox” as the latest cosmetic trend.

Quoting from Fox News: “while Botox is most commonly associated with middle-aged people looking to turn back the clock, there’s a growing trend among the younger set who want to fight off signs of aging before they ever show up.” Fox interviewed a “celebrity” New York City dermatologist who stated that “the largest growing demographic at my practice are millennials in their late 20s and early 30s.”

Preventative Botox (or other equally effective neurotoxins such as Dysport and Xeomin) is based on the concept that treating facial muscles will help prevent wrinkles from forming. Influenced by social media (who doesn’t want to look one’s best on Facebook, Zoom, Twitter, and Instagram), increasing numbers of 20 and 30 year old’s are opting for “prevention”. Neurotoxin procedures continue to soar in popularity. Indeed, I recently “botoxed” three 20-year-old physician assistant students.

And more good news regarding Botox: studies indicate that neurotoxins in cosmetic doses decrease both depression and anxiety. Popularity will continue to soar. After dealing with Covid for the past two years anything to lift our spirits and enhance our looks is much appreciated.

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Do You Get Calluses on One Foot?

by John Degenhart, DC I have had multiple patients come in lately who have thick calluses on one foot. They see foot doctors who sand them down, but the calluses keep returning.

So they limp, which causes them back pain, so they come to see us. Here is what I find.

As you check the length of both legs as a patient lays face down, you check to see if the legs are level. Then you bend the knees past 90° , and the legs will be unlevel. This is indicative of a sacroiliac joint subluxation.

As I adjust the joints gently, the legs become the same length, and the lower back pain is gone within one week. But something else magical happens.

Months or years later the patient will call my office and say, “Since he got my legs of equal length, I guess I have equal weightbearing on my feet, and the calluses that

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have been on my one foot for years went away and it is a joy to have no foot pain anymore.”

It makes sense if you think of it. It is not normal to have calluses on just one foot.

You have to ask yourself, “what is the body trying to tell me?” To just keep filing off dead skin on one foot isn’t getting to the bottom of the problem.

Get your back adjusted. The legs will be equal in length. The weight-bearing will be equal in both feet and the calluses will heal and never return. Even knee and hip pain also improves once the legs are of equal length.

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Panorama Community Magazine Continued from page 35 health choices such as diet, physical activity and flossing are a choice; however, she noted that society and environment also play a big role in health and access to health care. “Part of a woman's self-care is getting a mammogram and pap smear … But what if half the counties in your state don't have a single OB-GYN? That's what's happening in my state, Georgia, and other states also have OB-GYN deserts,” Chavis said. “Those deserts didn't just happen; they exist because of choices people made. I wish more people made the connection between our public policies and government budgets and their impact on personal health.”

Women feel confident filling out medical forms and finding health information online Four in five women surveyed indicated that they were quite confident regarding filling out medical forms themselves. Hispanic and Black women were more likely to be extremely confident (64% and 61%) than white women (51%). “I’m confident in filling out medical forms, yes,” Chavis said. “But I wish there was some way that I didn't have to answer the same questions over and over for each care provider.”

When it comes to explaining health information, respondents expressed that websites were the most useful, followed by print and online video. Older respondents were more likely to prefer websites than the younger age group. “I’m too impatient to watch a video,” Vallino said. “And I like to go back and read the information again, which is harder to do with a video.”

Websites were also noted to be the easiest way to read information versus print or social media. “I don't trust social media for health information,” Chavis said. “There are too many people who aren't educated, licensed professionals saying all kinds of things to promote their services, products and books.

I don't think a lot of it is credible or reliable.”

Podcasts/audio make health information easy to understand Podcasts came in as being the easiest way for people to understand health information, followed by online video, print, social media, websites and television. Erica Lemmons, 39, works in the healthcare industry and said she’s a big fan of podcasts for health-related topics as an easy way to learn. “For me, it's easy to listen while in my car or while I am walking my dog,” Lemons said.

Podcasts apparently also help people learn what to do with information: Survey participants indicated that listening to podcasts/audio made taking the next steps or taking action the easiest compared to online video, print, social media, websites and television.

On the topic of understanding health information in general, short articles were preferred by respondents followed by videos of healthcare providers (HCPs) and patient

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stories.

General health = hot topic: Women’s health in general was the most preferred topic that participants wanted more information on. Aging well and mental health followed.

“Living healthy is definitely a popular topic for my age group,” Vallino said. “That includes diet, like foods that help you live to 100 years old.”

Respondents ages 45 to 54 were more likely to indicate a preference for information on brain health, chronic diseases, prevention/wellness and menopause than respondents of other ages. “Mental health is a huge concern,” Chavis said. “I want more information and access to more care.”

Respondents ages 35 to 44 were also more likely to want to know more about mental health compared to women in the 55 to 64 range, and more interested in reproductive health, sexual health, gynecology and chronic diseases. Deshe agreed that mental health and Covid-19 are top interests for her.

“I have done quite a bit of research, as my younger brother was among the first longhaulers,” she said. “He's currently nearing his 400th day.”

Although interests may vary by age, the survey supports that women overall are interested in their health and agree or strongly agree that it’s important to take an active role in their own health care.

Continued from page 38 App Store to determine what strength reading glasses you need. MyReaderNumber is a firstof-its-kind solution that delivers personalized measurements for near-reading distance and mid-distance (computer use), customized based on your age and distance preference.

You simply capture two distances using your iPhone's front-facing camera and augmented reality technology, and see the results instantly.

You will likely need a different pair of glasses for reading books versus working on a computer.

"Many people struggle to find the right readers for their personal use. The MyReaderNumber app offers people the freedom to see clearly and pursue what's important in their lives," says John Serri, PhD, co-founder and CEO of EyeQue. While the app provides useful information about the strength of readers you need, this vision test is not a substitute for a complete eye exam, and cannot provide information about medical conditions such as glaucoma Learn more at EyeQue.com.

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What Is Causing The Pain & Numbness In Your Hands?

By Ting Oh, Phyiscal Therapist at Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers Tired of pain and numbness in your hands waking you up at night or causing weakness when you try and hold and lift things? In many cases, these problems can be fixed but knowing what is actually causing the problem can go a long way in helping find the correct treatment.

The most common cause of pain, numbness and weakness in the hands is from pinched nerves. Most people are familiar with carpal tunnel which is a pinched nerve at the wrist. This causes symptoms in the thumb, index and middle fingers and often is worse

when sleeping and when using your hands such as being on a computer.

However there is another nerve that often gets pinched at the elbow called the ulnar nerve which causes symptoms in the ring and pinky fingers and can be worse when you sleep and when you keep your elbow bent for a long time. Both can cause weakness in the hands.

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Light Housekeeping & Linen So if pain, numbness • orLaundry weakness Errands and Shopping a• problem, Recreational A in your hands is becoming Respite Relief for Family give us a call at FYZICAL Hazleton.

We have helped thousands of people in the Hazleton area over the last 15+ years. We are not only experts at treating pinched nerves with treatments such as cold laser, medical cupping and rebuilder, but we are also a diagnostic center. We perform EMG/NCS and ultrasound imaging and can help you figure out what is causing your problem to help you get it resolved.

To schedule an initial visit, give us a call at 570-501-1808. Also feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

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HAP Recognizes LVHN’s Vaccine Strategy as a Top COVID-19 Initiative in PA Lehigh Valley Health Network's (LVHN) COVID-19 vaccine strategy ranked among the top 10 initiatives in the 2022 COVID Response Innovation Awards selected by Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP). To be recognized, LVHN needed to demonstrate a commitment to keeping its patients safe, while taking meaningful steps to improve existing care or create new ways of solving problems posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

"In addition to our tireless efforts to provide exceptional care for patients suffering from COVID infections, LVHN was passionate about furthering our mission to heal, comfort and care by informing and protecting the community we serve,” says Timothy Friel, MD, Chair, Department of Medicine. “Our expansive vaccination initiative and multifaceted educational campaigns were hallmarks of our efforts. I am proud that our efforts actively engaged and inspired our colleagues, saved lives and reduced fear and misinformation throughout the region and beyond."

“LVHN took necessary steps to ensure our community had access to vaccines along with timely and lifesaving information,” Friel says. “This recognition is something all LVHN colleagues can be proud of, because every department played a role in implementing our plan.”

LVHN’s plan was complex and involved a number of tactics, including: Drive-through COVID-19 vaccination sites LVHN hosted 19 drive-through clinics at four different locations. By doing this, it was able to administer 57,000 doses of vaccine to its community.

Big box vaccine clinics LVHN opened two clinics in large spaces that were once home to big box retail stores. This allowed LVHN to provide its community with 36,000 vaccine doses a week at its peak.

Mobile vaccine units Mobile vaccine units helped LVHN reach large concentrations of people who were unable to get to hospitals or vaccine clinics.

Technology Leading-edge technology helped LVHN measure vaccine inventory, track how

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many vaccines were administered and schedule vaccine appointments through the MyLVHN app.

Communications LVHN stayed in constant contact with its community and colleagues about the COVID-19 vaccine by regularly posting on LVHN Insider (LVHN's internal communications center) and across its social media accounts and maintaining a strong web presence. LVHN did this to offer insights about the vaccines’ efficacy and safety while debunking misinformation.

LVHN’s leaders were front and center in the media, making appearances on TV and radio and contributing op-eds to newspapers. They encouraged their community to get vaccinated and helped dispel vaccine misinformation.

LVHN provided convenient and safe drive-through COVID-19 vaccination clinics at many sites in eastern Pennsylvania. Watch this video from our first COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Dorney

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HAP received nearly 80 entries for the award. The blinded applications were evaluated by a group of independent judges from Pennsylvania and across the nation.

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Automatic Transmission: Signs of Trouble By Thomas R. Buff An automatic transmission, also called a self-shifting or A/T is a type of transmission that automatically changes the gear ratios as the vehicle speed and load changes. This frees the driver from having to change gear ratios manually as the manual transmission implies. The automatic transmissions job is to make sure that power is delivered to the wheels through various gear combinations while keeping the engine within the proper RPM or revolutions per minute. The transmission gives the vehicle a park and neutral position and the nifty reverse function for backing up. It can slow us down on a steep decline or upshift when we want to accelerate. These functions are all performed through a network of planetary gear sets, hydraulic fluid power and electronics.

Today’s automatic transmission have become so complex it takes years of training in order to master the art of diagnosing and repairing this engineering marvel.

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vehicle has a dipstick (it is usually has a red top), put your emergency brake on and start the vehicle.

Pull the dipstick and look at the color of the fluid. It should be reddish, translucent and free of metal particles. When excessive friction begins to cause the gears or clutches to overheat the fluid will turn brownish and have a burnt smell that is noticeable. These are red flags for a transmission problem.

Take your ride to a transmission specialist or dealer for a checkup.

Drips and leaks- Is your driveway covered with reddish puddles?

Anything other than a few small drops can be a sign of a seal or gasket leak that can turn from an inexpensive repair to a major wallet buster. Check your fluid level on a regular basis. It is a good idea to get in the habit of checking you oil, transmission and all other fluids at the same time. Neglecting the fluids levels can lead to disaster.

Engine service light illuminatedthe dreaded “check engine light” may also indicate a transmission problem that if caught early can be repaired.

The warning light typically does not always mean your transmission is going bad but if it is on in conjunction with leaks, smells, or slippage, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

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Slippage and Delays- When your car is moving the automatic shifting of gears should operate smoothly and silently. If your transmission is failing you may feel or hear the transmission shifting “hard” or it sounds “noisy” You may also feel a slippage or revving of the engine when your car is on an incline. A delay when pulling out after changing from Park to Drive is also a warning sign of a transmission failure.

There are a few car repairs that can be more expensive and also as nerve wracking as a transmission failure. But in many cases there are solutions that are solved without simply replacing the transmission.

There are a wide variety of problems that can warrant a quick and inexpensive repair ranging from a solenoid replacement to a fluid and filter change that may solve any of the problems discussed. The bottom line is to recognize potential problems and then act on them by taking your vehicle to a professional.

As a motorist you may not be a trained technician, but use the three C, s of diagnostics when deciding if your vehicle may need repair: Concern Cause and Correction.

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3 Ways To Travel In Your Truck This Spring (BPT) - As the sun starts to shine a little brighter in many parts of the country, people are itching to travel and get outside.

Whether it is to the campground down the road or a trip across the country, it is important to have a vehicle outfitted for all your travel needs. Trucks are the perfect way to get all your gear to the great outdoors for warm weather adventures. A well-equipped truck can handle all of the biggest and best toys from kayaks, paddle boards, camping equipment, road and dirt bikes, and fishing gear.

1. Go camping with an Extang Trifecta E-Series Tonneau Cover Once you purchase all the equipment, camping can be an affordable way to travel and see some of the most breathtaking places the U.S. has to offer. Having a truck to drive to your site will allow you to easily store your tent, luggage, food, folding chairs, sleeping bags and all your other outdoor necessities. The Extang Trifecta E-Series Tonneau Cover is the perfect truck accessory to keep your items safe and secure, while protecting them from all the elements, which is important for springtime storms. This truck bed cover is installed using a combination of handtightened and spring-loaded clamps which do not require tools to attach to most trucks on the market. You can safely drive with the cover open or closed which allows for flexibility depending on the items you are traveling with.

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Nobody likes trying to wash off bug bits from their car after a day on the water. This accessory is bound to keep you safe 3. Take a hike with Husky Liners Hiking is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors while getting some exercise.

Chances are you can pack up the truck and easily find trails to explore close by for a fun day trip, or you can plan an off-road full hiking experience by heading to one of the state or national parks. The temperatures during spring make it the optimal time to hike. Hiking in cooler weather is much more enjoyable than sweating and trying to stay hydrated in the summer heat or trying to avoid cold fall and winter weather.

The downside is all the dirt and mud that accumulates on shoes and boots. Keep your truck clean by installing some Husky Liners WeatherBeater Floor Liners.

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Tree Talk: 4 Tips For Planting Trees (Family Features) Trees are virtually everywhere you turn, from your own backyard to nearby parks and forests where you enjoy hiking. They provide shade and beauty, and some even bear fruit. Beyond all the immediate benefits, you may be surprised to discover trees are also a critical key to the future.

These facts and tips from the book "Now is the Time for Trees" offer practical insight on the importance of trees and how to nurture one from selection to planting and beyond.

A compelling and ever-growing body of evidence generated by scientists, health care professionals, conservationists, humanitarians and both public and private corporations supports the critical importance of trees and their impact on the human condition.

Trees filter pollutants out of the air and water and provide protection for people and communities from dangerous heat and flooding. They lower urban temperatures, reduce energy bills and sequester carbon to slow the rate of climate change.

When you plant a tree in your yard or neighborhood, that tree goes to work filtering out pollutants, intercepting stormwater and capturing carbon. With proper placement, that tree can also help lower household energy use by as much as 20%.

You can engage in the tree planting movement and make a difference by planting trees around your home and surrounding community with these tips.

Consider the Growing Region Choosing a tree that will flourish in your growing region is fundamental to becoming a successful tree planter. Start by getting familiar with the growing conditions of your planting site, including factors like sunlight, soil condition and room to grow.

The amount of available sunlight at your planting location will determine which tree species will be successful. Most trees require full sunlight for proper growth and flowering.

Some do well in (or even prefer) partial or light shade, but few perform well in dense shade.

Before you plant, get your soil tested by a lab to evaluate what's happening underground. Test results, which are usually returned in a couple of weeks, provide a complete analysis of nutrients, possible contamination and pH (alkalinity or acidity), as well as directions for correcting problems.

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Extinguish Home Fire Fears (BPT) - Did you know there is one tool that you can keep on hand to make sure your home is ready for a fire emergency?

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Panorama Community Magazine Continued from page 48 Be conscious of overhead or underground utilities, pavement, buildings, other trees, traffic intersections and other factors that may impact your planting space.

Shopping for a Tree When choosing which kind of tree to plant, be conscious of details like size, flowering, color (including how colors may vary through the seasons) and your view from inside the house. While shopping, you can rely on plant labels to learn details about a tree's growth pattern, sun requirements, watering needs and soil requirements.

Two common styles of trees are container-grown trees, which spend their entire nursery lives growing in a container, and ball-and-burlap trees, which grow in the ground until they achieve a targeted size.

A well-tended container-grown tree has been carefully monitored and moved into larger containers as the plant grows. Be wary of a tree with roots that circle or twist within the container, which may cause roots to die. For a ball-andburlap tree, look for a firm, securely tied root ball that is large enough to support the mature tree; it should be about 1012 inches wide for every inch of trunk diameter.

Prepare Your Planting Site Properly preparing your planting site is one of the best things you can do to get your tree off to a strong start.

Before you plant, make sure your tree

is thoroughly hydrated by watering the container or root ball several hours before proceeding. When planting a tree into a lawn, remove a circle of grass at least 3 feet in diameter where the tree will go to reduce competition between turf and fine tree roots.

Start Digging Dig a broad, shallow planting hole with gently sloping sides 3-4 times wider than the diameter of the root mass and the same depth. Mound removed soil on a tarp for easy backfilling. Loosening the soil on the sides of the hole allows roots to easily expand and establish faster, but don't disturb soil at the bottom of the hole.

Once the tree is positioned, replace the soil while firmly but gently tamping the original soil around the base of the root ball to stabilize it. Create a water-holding basin around the tree by building up a ring of soil and water to settle roots. Spread protective mulch 2-4 inches deep in a 3-foot diameter around the base of the tree, but not touching the trunk.

Find more tips to successfully plant and care for your trees at arborday.org.

A Handy Guide for Planting Trees A rally cry against climate change, "Now is the Time for Trees" is an inspirational and informative guide that explains the important role trees can play in preserving the environment.

Author Dan Lambe, CEO of the Arbor Day Foundation, offers compelling

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The Power of Trees From backyards to tropical rain forests, trees provide the necessities of life. Trees clean air and water, provide habitats for wildlife, connect communities and support human health.

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Five Reasons To Recline In Style (BPT) - In Norway, the municipality of Sykkylven lies on the west coast surrounded by mystic fjords and scenic mountains. It is home to Ekornes, a renowned Norwegian furniture maker, and today, the largest furniture producer in Norway. Founded in 1934 by Jens E. Ekornes - out of creativity, innovation and somewhat out of necessity.

Ekornes laid the foundation of the region's furniture industry and paved the way for the development of a new type of recliner. A first of its kind. Fifty years later, Sykkylven is still at the forefront of functional style.

This forward-thinking led to the development of a new type of furniture that would revolutionize the way we enjoy the art of resting. In 1971, Stressless was born.

With the growing popularity of the television set, the moment was right for a new way to spend time in front of it, with the maximum of comfort possible. The original recliner offered technologies like no other, and the continuous introduction of new features has helped to drive the evolution of comfort ever since.

After 50 years of ongoing innovation, here are five reasons to recline in style: Innovation with purpose - Enjoy convenient comfort Furniture created on the principles of industrial production to ensure an unprecedented high level of precision, supplemented by human experience, insight and craftsmanship is one thing. Developing furniture designed with purpose and innovated for maximum durability is the secret ingredient for sustained comfort.

Have you ever experienced sitting down, leaning back to relax and watching TV only to forget that the remote is out of reach on the coffee table? With a recliner that incorporates a patented sliding system, shifting smoothly in one movement without having to get back up, this experience became obsolete. The patented Glidesystem attracted a great deal of attention and is still a unique feature, making the revolutionary recliner at the time the first real TV chair for modern society.

Comfort is timeless - Embrace it Nordic design has an important part to play in the American lifestyle. Clarity, simplicity and good craftsmanship are the hallmarks of the Nordic way of creating furniture, and this approach to design continues to gain ground in the U.S. High-quality materials and specially designed features create a

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Balance the cortisol - You deserve it Stress has become a worldwide phenomenon, and in our effort to keep up, we all risk forgetting to reserve precious time for ourselves to just live and breathe. This is more important than ever, which is why you need furniture that helps you balance out those cortisol levels.

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Find harmony and balance - Do good while resting Scandinavia is known for its progressive thinking, happy people and environmentally friendly lifestyle. Norway is not an outlier and neither is the Norwegian approach to designing furniture.

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Top Energy Actions You Can Take To Help With Climate Change (BPT) - You've probably heard a lot about climate change, but it can be difficult to know what you can do to help. As one person, you do have the power to make a positive impact on the health of the planet and a great place to start is by looking at the energy choices you make at home.

Communities around the country have begun the transition to a clean energy future. More and more of the electricity used is being generated from clean, renewable sources instead of fossil fuels, which pollute the air and contribute to climate change.

Protecting the planet is important, not just on Earth Day, but every day. You and your family can be part of the solution by using energy wisely. Make a plan to make your energy choices count, and you can feel good about supporting a healthier climate and saving money on your energy bills.

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1. Save energy with ENERGY STAR Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label are independently certified to save energy and help protect the climate. Using less energy saves you money on household energy bills, while reducing your overall carbon footprint. By being more efficient and making choices to use less energy, you're helping support a complete transition to clean, renewable energy.

2. Switch to green power - By choosing to use electricity generated by renewables such as wind and solar instead of polluting fossil fuels, you will be supporting a cleaner energy supply and making a difference in the fight against climate change. Take advantage of opportunities in your community to choose green power as the energy source for your home.

3. Be part of the clean energy future - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently launched the ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade, an initiative that guides homeowners through a series of high-impact, energy-efficient

improvements for the home that can save the average family about $500 a year on utility bills.

You can choose the improvements that make the most sense for your home and implement them at your own pace. The upgrade includes: * Clean and efficient heating and cooling with a certified air source heat pump * Super-efficient hot water with a certified heat pump water heater * Smart climate controls with a certified smart thermostat * High-performing Energy Star certified windows and storm windows * A well-insulated and sealed attic * Making your home electric vehicle charger ready Taking these steps will help you make highimpact choices to improve your home and the health of the planet. They can also help you transition from fossil fuels to a cleaner, healthier and more comfortable home. Learn more at EnergyStar.gov/EarthDay.

Continued from page 50 Placement is key According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), unattended cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the U.S. A fire extinguisher should be accessible on each level of your home, especially in high-risk places like the kitchen and garage. Place extinguishers where each adult member of the household can easily reach them and discuss these locations throughout the house with all family members. For added ease of use, First Alert's multi-rated Rechargeable Home Fire Extinguisher is lightweight and ideal for most common household fires.

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Maintain your extinguishers When practicing your family escape plan, make a point to also check that your fire extinguishers are not blocked by anything that could impact your access to them should a fire emergency occur. You should also check the gauge, make sure all parts of the extinguisher are operable, and ensure that no damage, such as dents or rust, has appeared on the device. A fire extinguisher that has been discharged is no longer effective, so replace or have a certified professional refill any that have been used.

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