Golden Gazette August 2023

In August & inside

4th First Friday Art Trail

High Noon Summer Concerts ............... page 2

Lawn watering days & times ................ page 6

Loop 88 in progress............................... page 8

Summer Showcase ............................. page 11

Tom Braxton’s tribute to Lubbock .....page 13

Heat exhaustion ..................................page 22

The Veterans Cemetery ......................page 23

The Working Cowboy Award ...............page 24

Texas Tech football schedule ............page 24

School begins for students. Watch out for those students getting back and forth to school.

National Senior Citizens Day is held annually on Aug. 21, a day of special recognition for all seniors.

It’s a great time to let your favorite senior know just how special he or she is to you.

The need is great: Feed Seniors Now

1. Paper or plastic – just get a bag - either one will do.

2. Fill it with non-refrigerated food items (see the Shopping List on page 3 for ideas).

3. Deliver to Lubbock Meals on Wheels.

The need is great, and it continues to grow. As Lubbock grows, so does the senior population.

Lubbock Meals on Wheels delivers weekend meal bags each week to many people, and even more are on the waiting list for deliveries.

The importance and urgent need is greater now than ever for everyone to get involved with supporting the Feed Seniors Now efforts. This once-a-year initiative helps bring weekend meals to seniors who desperately need nutrition.

More than 1 in 3 seniors are at risk for un-

der- or mal-nutrition according to the Mayo Clinic/American Dietetic Association.

Malnutrition is the lack of proper nutrition, not necessarily a lack of food.

Detecting malnutrition in seniors may be difficult, and even seniors who eat enough may be eating the wrong foods to keep themselves healthy.

Comfort Keepers designs custom in-home

(See Feed Seniors Now, Page 3)

International jazz saxophonist Tom Braxton recently released “Hub City Jam” as a tribute to his hometown of Lubbock. (See Tom Braxton, Page 13)

The High Noon Concert Series offers free outdoor performances from noon to 1 p.m. each Wednesday. Food trucks are on site during the concerts at the Lubbock County Courthouse Gazebo, 904 Broadway. Two $50 cash prize drawings are held during each concert. (1 ticket per person, and you must be present to win). The final 2 performers are D.G. Flewellyn on Aug. 2, and Jenni Dale Lord, Aug. 9.

Chocolate German Pancakes with berries and cream

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter

• ¼ cup cocoa powder

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• Pinch of salt

• 1 cup low-fat ultra-filtered (lactose-free) milk, such as Mootopia or Fair Life

• 6 large eggs

• 1 cup plain, low-fat yogurt

• 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar, packed

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup berries (raspberries, strawberries, etc.)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put two tablespoons butter in an oven-safe skillet or 9X13-inch baking dish and place in the oven as it preheats. Remove once the butter is melted.

2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together cocoa, flour, sugar and salt until well-combined. Gradually whisk in milk, until no lumps remain. Add eggs, one at a time, until well-mixed.

3. Remove skillet/dish from the oven and pour in batter. Promptly return to the oven to bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are curled and slightly browned.

4. While the pancakes bake, prepare the cream. Whisk together yogurt, sugar and vanilla in a medium-sized bowl. Continue to stir until sugar granules have dissolved (about 2-3 minutes).

5. Remove skillet from oven and slice into 8 pieces. Top with fresh berries and a dollop of cream.

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care to help seniors live healthy, independent lives. And they see first-hand the needs of those seniors.

That’s why they created an initiative to address senior nutrition issues. Through the Feed Seniors Now initiative in September, Comfort Keepers partners with Lubbock Meals on Wheels to collect food and funds to fully support the weekend meals bag program.

Clients of this program have no other means to obtain weekend food.

An individual or a group can help.

If you have a business, organization, church, Sunday school class, bunko group etc., set a goal for filling sacks or a goal for monetary donations.

The food items need to be delivered to the Lubbock Meals on Wheels office at 2304 34th St. or call for pickup by Sept. 30.

 Instant Cream of Wheat or Oatmeal

 Single serving cereal boxes

 Cereal bars

 Granola bars

 Juice boxes

 Soup

 Small cans of tuna or chicken

 Single serving packages of Goldfish

 Single serving packages of pretzels

 Microwave popcorn

 Individual Beanie Weenies

 Individual fruit cups

 Peanut butter crackers

 Cheese crackers

 Individual mac and cheese

 Individual Chef Boyardee meals

 Individually packaged cookies

 Vienna sausages

 Peanut Butter To Go

 Individual packages of peanuts

 Single serving packages of chips

 Ensure/Boost/Glucerna

Each weekend meal bag contains an entrée plus 5 to 6 of the above non-refrigerated items.

The Roundtable meeting on Aug. 26th will feature Dr. Kathy Rollo as speaker.

The Lubbock ISD superintendent will speak on “Progress and Promise in Lubbock ISD.” She will have some information about the finished building at 5th and Quaker, also. Roundtable is held at the Carillon Senior Living Center, 1717 Norfolk Ave. in the Pointe Plaza Building in the Cimarron Room at 11 a.m.

Cost is $18.00. Anything given extra goes into the Scholarship Fund for the Honors College at Texas Tech.

RSVP because the kitchen staff needs to know how many to prepare for. Make check to Roundtable or pay cash.

Come early to register and visit with friends.

Marie Evans 806-281-3181 MEvans1398@aol.com.

The Lubbock Christian Women’s Connection will celebrate “Life is a Love Song” with Yvonne Karlin, of Willis, Texas, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 8.

Dillard’s will also present a style show with live models. The buffet lunch, program and a chance to win door prizes will be held at the Lubbock Country Club, 3400 Mesa Road.

Cost is $23 and RSVPs must be made by Aug. 4 to Sharen at 806-392-0264 or LubbockCWC@gmail.com.

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Feed Seniors Now Shopping list for non-refrigerated single-serving sizes of:

‘Life is a Love Song,’ Aug. 8

‘Progress & Promise in LISD’ Roundtable set for Aug. 26

The Bible doesn’t teach religion. It teaches a way of life.

Emergency care at Covenant Health

Covenant Health Grace Surgical Hospital, at 7509 Marsha Sharp Freeway, was established in December 2020 as a short-stay surgical hospital, specializing in elective procedures in Lubbock and the surrounding area.

Grace Surgical Hospital has been granted an emergency services waiver by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, allowing for discontinuation of a fully staffed emergency department. This hospital will continue to be compliant with EMTALA (emergency medical treatment & labor act) requirements.

Our goal is to continue providing the right care, in the right place, for our community.

We encourage patients seeking emergency care to visit the following Covenant Health locations or an emergency department of their choice:

Covenant Medical Center, 3615 19th Street

Covenant Health Emergency Centers 7905 Milwaukee Ave., 10205 Quaker Ave.

So Daffy Duck and Elmer Fudd break into a distillery. Daffy turns to Elmer and says, “Is this whiskey?” Elmer says, “Yeth, but not as whiskey as wobbing a bank.”

I now know how it will all end for me. One of my kids will unplug my life support to charge their phone.

Dating when you’re older is like trying to find a cart with good wheels at Walmart.

Get started on a final years plan

When it comes to planning for the final years of life, it can be easy to let emotion take over.

The planning process could be much calmer and more enjoyable if it is wellthought-out, according to the staff at Dignity Memorial – a funeral and event planning organization – and Home Instead.

Some may find that incorporating a few of the following suggestions could lead to a more peaceful and organized planning process:

1. Talk it out.

Communicate with loved ones. What type of care do you prefer and what legacy do you want your life to reflect?

A lot of times people –particularly adult children –don’t want to talk, but these are conversations that need to be had, noted Dignity Memorial. This is a time for everyone to come together and share.

2. Identify people who can help plan.

View the directory online:

www.WordPub.com/grd1.html.com

3. Consider personality and preferences.

For many, aging at home is the ultimate goal. However, a social person who ends up living alone in a large, empty house could become unhappy.

There are a number of options for home care support. Contact your local Home Instead office for information about the type of services that can help maintain quality of life and keep individuals at home for as long as possible.

4. Decide how to handle finances.

Putting finances in order is a way to quell two underlying fears that most people have, according to experts from the Conversation Project.

People often fear being a burden to their loved ones, either financially or from a health and independence perspective.

Resources exist that may help individuals ensure they have the tools in place to plan important details of their final years.

Dignity Memorial’s Personal Planning Guide includes a place to enter important family information, service and memorialization preferences, organizations and people to contact, financial information, and final arrangements.

Also check out the resources at 4070talk.com including An Action Plan for Successful Aging.

6. A bucket list.

Think about a bucket list and the individuals with whom you’d like to share those dreams. It’s easy to get caught up in the practical aspects of planning, but don’t forget about the fun.

Adding a few bucket list goals into a final plan will help ensure you achieve those things in life that matter most.

Developing key relationships early on with individuals, companies and organizations will help provide peace of mind in knowing that all the bases are covered.

Talk with a financial planner about the type of care you would like. Pre-paying funeral services can help keep the focus on celebrating a life. Another benefit of pre-planning is locking in today’s prices.

Whether it’s riding in a hot air balloon or working in (or buying) the local coffee shop, don’t put off those dreams that you want to fulfill while you still can.

Or have a Golden Resource Directory mailed to you. send $3 to: Word Publications 2022 82nd St. #101 Lubbock, TX 79423

Include an address to mail the directory to.

Some key relationships to consider developing may be with attorneys, financial planners, insurance agents, home care companies, and funeral homes.

5. Complete a personal planning guide.

It’s never too late, though, to realize a bucket list dream. Take the first step and get started today.

Planning will benefit all family members and make for a more beautiful ending.

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Carol of Lights & Centennial Closing Ceremony

The 2023 Carol of Lights and Centennial Closing Ceremony has been set for Saturday, Dec. 2.

The Carillon Concert is at 6:30 p.m. with the ceremony

at 7 p.m. in the science quadrangle, in the heart of the Texas Tech campus.

With last year’s record attendance, this date is set to allow more Red Raiders

and members of the Lubbock community the ability to attend.

The Saturday event provides greater flexibility for non-local alumni to make the

trip back to campus for this beloved tradition and final centennial event.

The full entertainment lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.

Lawn watering days & times

The city’s annual spring and summer watering restrictions will continue through Sept. 30.

Watering Days & Times

• Irrigate landscape only during two assigned days per week year-round

• Irrigation schedules are based on the last digit of the house address:

Addresses ending in 0, 3, 4, or 9

– Monday and Thursday

Addresses ending in 1, 5, or 6Tuesday and Friday

Addresses ending in 2, 7, or 8 –Wednesday & Saturday

On your scheduled watering days, irrigation is allowed from midnight to 10 a.m. and from 6 p.m. to midnight.

Irrigate less than 1.5 inches per zone per week

Other year-round restrictions

• Irrigate only when temperatures are above 35 degrees Fahrenheit

• Irrigate landscape without runoff

• Do not irrigate during precipitation events

• Hand watering is allowed any time of day and on any day of the week

“We commend our customers for the significant amount of water they have conserved over the past decade.

“We ask that all residents and businesses continue to be considerate and efficient with their water usage this summer,” said Aubrey Spear, director of water utilities.

“Effective water conservation is a long-term continuous effort.”

A major issue of getting older; so what to do?

It doesn’t take too long as we age to hear stories of bowel and bladder issues. The truth is, we typically become aware of the issues of older age when we care for our parents during their old age.

Whether we like it or not, it prepares us for our own old age.

About 15 years ago, I knew a young woman who was married to a gastroenterologist. She felt dizzy, every day. He sent her to one doctor after another before the last doctor discovered she had a urinary tract infection. I had to laugh.

Sometimes what is wrong with a person simply escapes us, even though it is staring us in the face. A urinary tract infection can cause all sorts of unusual symptoms. Feeling dizzy is not the most obvious symptom, especially in a younger woman, but nonetheless, it is a symptom of a urinary tract infection.

We are fortunate in one way: it is easy to find out if a person has a urinary tract infection. It requires a simple urine analysis.

A man or a woman can have a urinary tract infection, which is known as a bladder infection, take an antibiotic, and the situation is over. That is a simple case. And that is what happened with my friend. That is possibly what hap-

pened to you when you were younger. It happens to many people when they are younger, to women more often than men. As we age, our health issues can escalate, and health becomes more complicated. We must ask why?

There are people, especially older people, who find themselves on a somewhat consistent antibiotic

bowel movements.

You may be familiar with what is called c-dif. It stands for clostridium difficile. It is caused by taking too many antibiotics and medicine typically treats it by giving more antibiotics. The symptom is much diarrhea. And, especially in older people, it can lead to dehydration. It is easy to see how a person gets on a

without antibiotics, as well as generations before them. They were not immune to infection, so what did they do? I am not willing to die for the cause of not taking antibiotics.

For the right situation, I will take an antibiotic. I have not taken an antibiotic since 1980. That is a long time. It is possible I will take one, but it will not be every time I have a complaint.

for urinary tract infection. Antibiotics can be powerful and helpful. But how many have taken an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection, but it doesn’t completely clear the infection? It doesn’t even have to be a urinary tract infection. It can be taking an antibiotic for any reason.

When we take one antibiotic that doesn’t completely do the job, and then add another, and perhaps another, we are on what I consider a merry-go-round of antibiotics.

Taking too many antibiotics will send a person down the road of numerous gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhea or not being able to control your

merry-go-round of antibiotics. But what is a person to do?

I use many things in my practice that can help get rid of infection. Typically, I use herbs. This is how people got well from the beginning of time, before the advent of antibiotics. Antibiotics may be easier, but over time they can cause problems. It is hard if not impossible for you to figure out what you need to do. You might need to go to someone like me, who carries herbs and helps people avoid antibiotics.

We tend to think we cannot live without antibiotics, but if that were so, we wouldn’t be here. Your great-grandparents lived

There is a product called methylene blue. Put it into your browser and read about it. I heard a scientist from the University of Texas talking about methylene blue and saying he feels it should be used more, especially for older women with chronic urinary tract infections. BINGO.

Methylene blue can be ordered on Amazon. Natural remedies take time.

With herbs or even methylene blue, it is not a one day and done situation.

With herbs you are using food as medicine. I always use the least amount possible to get the results you want. I have used only 2 or 3 drops of the methylene blue for each dose. It is possible you will have more energy over time because it repairs your mitochondria, which are the energy centers of the body.

I sure won’t argue with that!

Life after retirement: finding love and staying engaged

Retirement is an exciting time of life. After working hard and enjoying the fruit of your labor, you’re ready to kick back and relax—but that doesn’t mean it has to be dull or lonely.

There are plenty of ways to find purpose in retirement, from reconnecting with loved ones to pursuing new hobbies or taking on part-time work.

Identify your goals and interests.

Before you get started, it’s a good idea to identify your top goals and interests. Are there activities you’ve been meaning to do for years but haven’t had the time?

Is there something that has always fascinated you but you’re just now ready to pursue?

Jot these down in a notebook or journal and develop an action plan with achievable steps. Even if they seem far away or intimidating, don’t be afraid to dream big. With enough dedication, anything is possible.

Pursue a second career or reactivate an old passion.

Retirement provides plenty of free time and the opportunity to re-engage in old passions or start something new. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, consult, start a business, or pick up a side hustle, chances are you know exactly what it is you want.

Get creative about exploring ways to make money doing something that fulfills you and brings joy into your life.

Cultivate connections and make new friends.

Retirement is a great time for socializing, making new connections, and reigniting old friendships. It’s important to stay connected with people, have lively conversations and share experiences.

Making new friends can be as simple as joining a book club, signing up for language classes, or volunteering at a local organization. Connecting with others can help spark creativity, provide insight, and of course bring joy into your life!

Enjoy nature’s gifts and get outside.

Spending more time in nature can be an invigorating and rewarding experience. Get outside, explore and rediscover the beauty of the outdoors.

Go for a hike or take a walking tour to appreciate the natural wonders around you. Enjoy some of nature’s gifts by watching birds, collecting rocks or taking pictures of wildlife. Make it an adventure with friends or even just yourself – getting outside is sure to help you feel connected and energized.

Give back to your community.

Volunteering can be a great way to give back to their community and contribute to the greater good. There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities suited for all ages, skills and interests– whether it’s gardening at a lo-

cal park, helping out at a regional facility, or taking part in an environmental clean-up day. Giving back is also incredibly fulfilling and can help bring joy and satisfaction by providing a sense of belonging.

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Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization

Working Together

Notice to Interested Person:

The Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization invites interested persons to review and comment on Amendment #2 to the FY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for roadway related projects:

1. Change let date for #4021.3C SL 88 3C (CSJ 1502-01-031, 0068-01073) from FY 2027 to FY 2026.

2. Adding $1,655,800 Category 10 Carbon Reduction funding to #50001 Upland, from 66th St to 82nd St (CSJ 0905-06-105).

3. Adding $23,377,713 Cat 12 (Commission Discretionary/Strategic Priority) to SL 88 3C #4021.3C (CSJ 1502-01-031, 0068-01-073).

4. Adding $46,262,671 Cat 4U (Statewide Connectivity Corridor Projects/Urban) to #4021.3C (CSJ 1502-01-031, 0068-01-073).

5. Adding $40,903,758 of Cat 2M (Metropolitan and Urban Area Corridor Projects) to #4021.3C (CSJ 1502-01-031).

6. Adding $36,909,947 Cat 12 (Commission Discretionary/Strategic Priority) funding to SL 88 3D #4021.3D/CSJ 1502-01-032).

7. Adding $5,736,328 Cat 9 (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside TASA) funding to SL 88 3C #4021.3C (CSJ 1502-01-031, 0068-01-073).

Comments may be submitted beginning July 17, 2023 to August 17, 2023 to the LMPO, 916 Main Street #1210, Lubbock TX 79401 or email djones@mylubbock.us or phone 806.775.1671.

Public Involvement Meeting times and dates may be viewed at: https://ci.lubbock.tx.us/pages/lubbock-metropolitan-planning-organization

Lubbock Loop 88 in progress

PROJECT LEGEND

Segment Segment Segment Segment

US 84 (Shallowater) to US 62/82 (Wolfforth)

US 62/82 (Wolfforth) to US 87 (South Lubbock)

US 87 (South Lubbock) to US 84 (Slaton)

https://www.txdot.gov/projects/projects-studies/lubbock/lubbock-loop-88-overview.html

The Lubbock Loop 88 Project will create an outer loop around the west and south areas of Lubbock, beginning near Shallowater and running south to Wolfforth, then east to Slaton.

Project history

Planning for the Lubbock Loop 88 project began nearly a decade ago and was done in three phases.

Phase 1 feasibility study explored the need for a new road around the city and concluded with a finding of feasibility for a four-lane divided highway by 2030.

Phase 2 involved a 15-month study to select a preferred route for the project using traffic, societal and environmental analyses.

Phase 3 consisted of com-

pleting the engineering and environmental studies needed for moving ahead with construction.

Description

Loop 88 project is approximately 12.4 miles long and is located west of US 84. The goal of the project is to improve mobility and reduce congestion in the area. The

project would convert existing two-lane rural roadways sections to a six-lane divided freeway section with frontage roads and ramps.

Construction

(subject to change)

Construction for each segment and section is spread out for funding purposes. The first segment to receive

funding and start construction is:

• Sections 3A & 3B Letting – June 2021

• Section 3C Letting –

October 2025

• Section 3D Letting –

October 2027

• Section 3E Letting –

October 2029

• Sections 3F & 3G Letting – October 2031

The Garrison Institute on Aging was established in 1999 and named in honor of Mildred and Shirley Garrison in 2005. Our mission is to promote healthy aging thru research, promote educational and community outreach programs, and serve the community with services and contacts.

If you have questions on health issues, aging, chronic disease and mental health, please reach out to us. We can assist in connecting you with the right contact for your concerns.

Apology

I have to apologize…July 2 was ‘Forgot Day,’ and I honored it by forgetting to mention it in last month’s article. Now forward to August.

Am I the only one who is wondering what happened to the first seven months?

It seems as if time is flying faster each year. August is noted as the best month to ‘Do Nothing.’ Not a problem for me. And it is hard to imagine that the school year is right around the corner.

In 1957 on Aug. 1, the US and Canada formed the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). Due to an incorrect phone number on a Sears Roebuck ad in December, a child called to check on where Santa was

(December 24) and reached NORAD. NORAD has been tracking Santa every Christmas Eve since. Be sure and remind your grandkids in December. Log onto website on Dec. 1 for details.

Important dates in August include

• Aug. 2, 1790, the first US census was conducted. Almost 4 million people were counted that year.

• Aug. 3 is National Watermelon Day. YUM!

• Aug. 26 is Women’s Equality Day, which celebrates 1920 ratification of the 19th Amendment and women’s right to vote.

High Noon Concert

High Noon Concert at the Lubbock Courthouse continues on Aug. 1 & 9. The event is free and features a variety of artists that will perform on the shaded courthouse grounds.

You are welcome to bring lunch or snacks or there will be several food trucks to pick from. You can bring a blanket or chair or use the ones that are set up under the trees.

Vamos a Pescar

Vamos a Pescar (Let’s Go Fishing) will hold its 14th annual event on Aug. 5 at Buddy Holly Lake (N. University and Cesar Chavez Drive).

This is a free event to bring families together. Li-

TEXAS TECH HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER Garrison Institute on Aging

censes are not required on this date. For more information go to info@vamosapescarlubbock.com or call 806-792-1212.

Rolling with Uncertainty

The Care Partner Academy session will be held Aug. 16 at noon at 6630 S Quaker, Suite E. Jonathan Singer will present “Rolling with Uncertainty, Adapting to the New Normal.” He is working with (informal) caregivers and conducting mental health sessions in person and virtually.

His program also offers respite care (3 hours per week) for loved ones. He is a vital resource for the Lubbock and surrounding areas. Pass this information along to any that you think would benefit from this. The Care Partner Academy is an informal group that meets monthly to share various topics and is free and open to the public. Light snacks are provided.

To confirm for this session, please contact Joan at 806.743.1217 or email at joan.blackmon@ttuhsc.edu. RSVP is requested and the program will also be available on ZOOM. https://ttuhsc.zoom.us/j/93712419544.

Lubbock RSVP

Are you looking for a new activity in the Fall…

Lubbock RSVP (aka Ameri-

By

Corps Senior) is a federal, grant funded program that assists seniors 55 and older (retired or not) with a variety of groups that are needing volunteers.

This program is hosted at the Garrison Institute on Aging. There are a variety of areas that seniors can contribute. These include (not limited to) Lubbock Meals on Wheels, South Plains Food Bank, hospitals, Friends of the Library, Comfort Corps and other local groups.

This month we are focusing on Lubbock Meals on Wheels. This group was formed in 1971 and served 29 recipients as a non-profit organization. Today LMOW serves more than 900 lunch meals each day as well as breakfast and weekend packs.

You can serve as a delivery person, in the kitchen or office or for special days. Volunteers can serve as much or as little. Whatever works for your schedule can work for this group.

For more details, or to request a ride-a-long, contact 806-792-7971 or go to lubbockmealsonwheels.org and complete the application. ~One hour can make a difference!

Mental health sessions

We are continuing to host mental health sessions for caregivers as well as offer-

ing a free respite care program with the guidance of Dr. Jonathan Singer, TTU Department of Psychological Sciences. Dr. Singer has also opened up ‘tele-health’ sessions for those living in rural areas.

If you are an informal (unpaid) caregiver of someone with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, or other related dementia diseases, there are programs that can benefit you at no cost.

Participation in his study can assist in providing future services for you and those you care for. Caregivers are encouraged to contact Dr. Singer for additional information. You can contact him at 806.834.5884 or email at jonsinger@ttu.edu.

August funnies…

Is today really August?

• Are Ju-lying to me? Do fish go on vacation?

• No, because they are always in school. What does a bee do when it is hot?

• He takes off his yellow jacket.

Why do pirates hate May, June, July and August?

• Because they do not have Arrrrs in them.

If you want to touch the past, touch a rock.

If you want to touch the present, touch a flower. If you want to touch the future, touch a life.

~ Author Unknown

Can you match the capital cities with their states?

Albany, Annapolis, Atlanta, Augusta, Austin, Baton Rouge, Bismarck, Boise, Boston, Carson City, Charleston, Cheyenne, Columbia, Columbus, Concord, Denver, Des Moines, Dover, Frankfort, Harrisburg, Hartford, Helena, Honolulu, Indianapolis, Jackson, Jefferson City, Juneau, Lansing, Lincoln, Little Rock, Madison, Montgomery, Montpelier, Nashville, Oklahoma City, Olympia, Phoenix, Pierre, Providence, Raleigh, Richmond, Sacramento, Saint Paul, Salem, Salt Lake City, Santa Fe, Springfield, Tallahassee, Topeka, Trenton

Covenant recognized nationally by American Heart Association

Covenant Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines®Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award.

The award recognizes CMC for its commitment in 2022 to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. CMC, the only comprehensive stroke center in the region, has met AHA stroke quality metrics for the past three years.

“The Gold Plus Award and the Target Stroke Elite Plus Honor Roll awarded to Covenant Medical Center by the American Heart Association reflect the quality of stroke care that we are able to provide patients at our facility,” said Dr. Katie Hendley, Covenant Medical Group neurologist.

“These designations also represent excellent teamwork across our service lines, ongoing commitment to keeping our processes current and in line with the most up-todate stroke care and a true compassionate approach to every patient we have the privilege of caring for.”

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the number one cause of disability. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain

Summer Showcase performances

cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability, and accelerating recovery times.

Get With The Guidelines puts the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest evidence- and research-based guidelines. Get With The Guidelines - Stroke is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death.

Experience spectacular performances from local and regional bands with different genres and styles every Thursday through Aug. 17, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

For more than 23 years, the Summer Showcase experience has offered something for every taste in live, original music. All concerts are free. There’s live music, food trucks, a cash bar, and free children’s craft activities, all in the beautiful, shaded Meadows Courtyard at the Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave.

In addition to the concerts, guests can visit Buddy Holly exhibitions and the Fine Arts Gallery during Summer Showcase hours with free admission.

Aug. 3 – Marco’s Crew

Aug. 10 – Mouse Shadow

Aug. 17 – Phlip Coggins

Despite all the bad days and mean people, I still believe in good days and kind people. Plus, there are always dogs.

Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.

My teacher told me not to worry about spelling because in the future there will be autocorrect and for that I am eternally grapefruit.

Loop 88 frontage road work continues

Closures are planned for Memphis and Norfolk avenues as work on the Loop 88 eastbound frontage road continues. Once subgrade and paving work has been completed at Memphis, crews will move to the Norfolk Avenue frontage road intersection. Both Memphis and

Norfolk Avenue traffic will need to find an alternate route around the work zone. The work is part of a $154.8 million project to convert FM 1585 from a rural, two-lane roadway into Loop 88, a six-lane freeway with frontage roads, bridges, and ramps.

Pop quiz: You’re hacked; now what do you do?

Think fast: what’s the first thing you do after realizing you just replied to the email from the Nigerian prince wanting to give you a sum of $34 million?

OK, you most likely didn’t reply to that, but let’s suppose you suddenly realize your machine or device has been compromised. Do you know what to do immediately?

First, physically disconnect the device from your company’s network (if appropriate) and the internet by disconnecting the Wi-Fi. Next, call your IT company, and report the incident. Even if you suspect something is going on, follow these steps. Do NOT ignore it, click it away, or try to fix it yourself.

If you’re an employer, work with your IT company to create step-by-step instructions on what to do if employees believe they have witnessed a cyber-incident.

Training needs to happen now, not when the problem is happening. Even the simple instructions above can save you from having a nasty virus spread throughout your organization and to your clients.

Cybercrime is at an all-time high, and hackers are setting their sights on small and medium businesses who are “low hanging fruit.” Don’t be their next victim.

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Tom Braxton releases new single as a Lubbock tribute

Hub City is one of the names for Tom Braxton’s hometown of Lubbock, Texas, where it all began.

Granola & Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat or non-fat vanilla yogurt

• ½ cup granola

• 1 cup sliced fruit (strawberries, pineapple, blueberries)

Instructions

1. Place ¼ cup of the yogurt in the bottom of two glasses or parfait dishes.

2. Top with one tablespoon granola.

3. Top with ¼ cup of the sliced fruit.

4. Repeat the layers and top with fresh fruit.

Notes

Makes 2 servings Nutrition Information 190 calories, 2.5 grams fat, 5 mg cholesterol, 55 mg sodium, 37 grams carbohydrate, 4 grams fiber, 7 grams protein

Braxton set out to pay a musical tribute to his hometown, and the result is “Hub City Jam,” a fun, danceable party tune.

International jazz saxophonist Tom Braxton and legendary trumpeter Rick Braun combined on the song produced by Blake Aaron.

“I wrote this tune with Lubbock in mind and as a tribute to my beloved hometown,” Braxton said. “Next year, I will release the complete CD “Flashback” which will be a collection of songs inspired by

my positive experiences and treasured memories from my time growing up in Lubbock.

Hub City Jam is the first single from Braxton’s forthcoming second album for Innervision Records, and the eleventh recording of his career.

Braxton enlisted his friend and smooth jazz icon, Rick Braun, to add his special touch to this lively track. Braun and Braxton jam together and take turns during this toe-tapper.

Braxton performed in Lubbock recently at the Caprock Jazz Festival.

Tom Braxton’s “Hub City Jam” is a tribute to Lubbock.

Why can’t I buy alcohol?

By Cobb & Counsel

Prohibition ended almost 90 years ago, but in some areas of Texas, you still can’t buy alcoholic beverages.

That’s because voters of any city, county, or justice of the peace precinct can call a local option election to prohibit the sale of all or certain alcoholic beverages—giving us “partially dry” and “dry” areas. You can possess alcohol in a dry area for personal consumption, but it’s illegal to manufacture or sell it.

Counties, cities, and justice of the peace precincts in Texas are wet except when the voters have prohibited the sale of all or certain alcoholic beverages by holding a local option election. At one time or another, the voters in almost every county in the state have adopted at least some local restriction on alcohol sales.

Ruidoso Map

The Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission (TABC) maintains a map of wet/dry areas. Over time, Texas has been getting “wetter.” In 1986, there were 62 completely dry counties. That number dropped to 35 completely dry counties in 2003. As of August 2021, there were just 5 completely dry counties, 60 completely wet counties in Texas, and 189 partially wet counties. Counties are “partially wet” when there are one or more parts of the jurisdiction in which a particular type of beverage sale is legal, but there are other parts in that jurisdiction where that type of sale is not legal.

Lubbock Fire Rescue burn building completion

The new burn building for Lubbock Fire Rescue is complete.

The 4-story multi-function training prop was made possible under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). ARPA funds were disbursed across the country to provide government entities strategic investments in long-term assets.

The new addition to the Lubbock Fire Rescue Training Field will allow a new and enhanced training experience for current and new firefighters.

The burn building features

• 4-story fire training tower, a 2-story residential/industrial unit and a 1-story annex. Approximately 5,000 sq.ft. total

• Two-story interior stair, four-story interior stair, five-story exterior intermediate stair

• Gable roof, 5/12 and 9/12 un-equal pitch on half of roof with perimeter welded guardrail

• Four-story galvanized standpipe with FDC and two-head sprinkler run

• 6 burn rooms protected with Padgenite Super HD burn liner system

• 2 forcible entry doors, 2 forcible entry windows

• Breachable floor/ceiling and breachable wall attic burn area system

• Temperature monitoring system

• Rappelling anchors on the roof

Exploding ducks, enormous knives & other pleasures in life

When World War Two began, Julia McWilliams tried to join the American military but was rejected because of her height. (She stood 6 feet, 2 inches.)

The patriotic lady thus became a typist/researcher in the Office of Strategic Services, the forerunner of the CIA. Her position took her to China, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and India.

While in Asia, she met fellow American Paul Child, a government worker and

out of various Paris apartment kitchens.

Turbocharged in her passion, Julia spent nine years researching her 726-page “Mastering the Art of French Cooking” book.

It became a best-seller, and Americans took to the idea of preparing exotic meals from scratch rather than heating insipid TV dinners.

When the Childs returned to America, they settled in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Her award-winning program ran nationally for a decade.

Viewers were charmed by her cheery enthusiasm, her bellowing, warbly voice, and her ability to laugh at herself when she goofed up. (The programs were broadcast live.)

“Doing television, you want amusing things,” she explained. “Something fun and unusual. I think also on television you want to do things loud; people love the ‘whamming’ noises.”

Viewers loved the way she ended each episode with a hearty “Bon appétit!”

“You are quite a revolting chef, the way you snap bones and play with raw meats!” Julia remarked later, “I can’t stand those oversanitary people.” Her home number was listed in the Cambridge phone book, and

fans often called to ask advice or simply chat.

Julia Child, who called herself a “home cook” rather than a chef, declared, “We should enjoy food and have fun. It is one of the simplest and nicest pleasures in life.

gourmand who was unaware that McWilliams had zero cooking skills or any experience whatsoever in a kitchen.

Julia later recalled trying to impress Paul by fixing a meal, only to have her oven catch fire when a duck she was baking exploded.

In spite of this potential deal-breaker to romance, the two married in 1946 and moved to Paris.

Undaunted by her ineptitude, Julia set a goal of becoming a master cook. She enrolled in the famed Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, the only female student there.

After finishing the rigorous course, she and two friends ran a cooking school

Julia’s television career began in 1961 when she appeared on a book review show on Boston’s WGBHTV, a part of National Educational Television (now PBS).

The show’s host was somewhat taken aback when Julia whipped up an omelet while discussing her tome.

It didn’t take long before dozens of people wrote to WGBH and demanded more of this refreshingly exuberant lady.

She became a culinary queen after “The French Chef” program debuted in January 1963, and Child spent up to 19 hours of preparation for each halfhour lesson.

Julia had her detractors, though. Some viewers were put off by her not washing her hands during demonstrations. Others complained that Child was careless when she waved her oversize knives about.

One person grumbled,

‘Monster Mash’ – a graveyard smash that caught on

In summer 1973, Bobby “Boris” Pickett’s original “Monster Mash” (released this time on Parrot Records) reached the Top 10 for a second time.

Its first success had come about 11 years earlier, when Bobby’s platter shot all the way to Number One.

Pickett sang lead with a Hollywood band called the Cordials. One evening, while performing the old Diamonds’ hit “Little Dar-

lin,’ Bobby delivered the song’s monologue in the low-pitched voice of horror movie icon Boris Karloff.

The audience loved the spoof, and fellow Cordial Lenny Capizzi encouraged Pickett to keep up the fun.

Eventually the two musicians (both horror movie fans) decided that such goofiness could be developed into a Halloween novelty tune.

And were they ever right!

Their original title was

“Monster Twist,” but at the time Chubby Checker’s “The Twist” was fading and being replaced by DeeDee Sharp’s dance disc “Mashed Potato Time.” The duo altered the lyrics accordingly:

I was working in the lab late one night

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

For my monster from his slab began to rise

And suddenly to my surprise

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He did the Monster Mash

(He did the Mash)

It was a graveyard smash

(He did the Mash)

It caught on in a flash

He did the Monster Mash

The lyrics are, of course, based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel “Frankenstein.”

In Pickett’s rendition, a benevolent monster throws a dance party that features other horror-based creatures of lore (Dracula, the Wolfman, etc.).

Bobby and Lenny’s taped demo came to the attention of Gary S. Paxton, a Los Angeles record producer, whose initial success had been the 1960 million-selling “AlleyOop” by the Hollywood Argyles.

For the Pickett-Capizzi ditty in 1962 (which would also top the Billboard chart), Paxton created his own label, Garpax Records.

The background women’s voices heard came via the Darlene Love-led studio outfit the Blossoms. (When you hear the Crystals singing “He’s a Rebel,” you are hearing the same group.)

Leon Russell played piano on that eventful day.

Paxton devised the sound effects for the one-hour re-

A coffin lid creaking open was created by pulling a nail out of a 2 x 4. Bubbles from a cauldron came by blowing through a straw in a glass of water.

Dropping chains onto the studio floor provided the clatter of clanking shackles.

A hastily assembled Garpax album — “The Original Monster Mash” — made the LP Top 20 and included such blessedly-now-forgotten tracks as “Blood Bank Blues,” “Graveyard Shift,” “Transylvania Twist,” and “Me and My Mummy.”

Pickett’s novelty became a runaway hit. His follow-up of “Monster’s Holiday”—the creatures were now enjoying a Christmas party—hit the Top 30. For years after that, Bobby tried to wring one more success from his onehit wonder.

He released “Monster Swim,” “Monster Man Jam,” “Monster Concert” and, perhaps inevitably, “Monster Rap.” Each sank without a trace.

Pickett claimed that his “Monster Mash” sold 4 million copies.

“I’ve been paid,” he once said, “so I’m gonna believe it.”

Seeds of Hope

Forgive, restore, revive

Many of us struggle through difficult times and painful days because of past memories.

We recall with pleasure what God has done in the past with gratitude - knowing that it was his mercy and grace that enabled us to get through difficult days and long nights.

Because of those joyous memories, we base our hope in him that he will shepherd us through dark valleys and sunless days.

In Psalm 85 our author is apparently reflecting on a loss suffered by Israel in a military battle. They looked at their loss as punishment from God.

But the Psalmist does not focus on the loss, he focuses on the fact that God has brought them out of captivity in the past and forgave them of their sins.

With confidence and boldness he says, “Restore us again, O God, our Savior.”

The message for us to take away from this Psalm is that in times of depression, defeat and darkness, we must remember God’s grace in the past and pray in the present for his restoration.

Sometimes when we look at our past and are buried with the guilt of our sins, we are fearful of going to God

and asking for his grace in these moments.

We feel that we are undeserving and unworthy.

We approach his throne of grace in fear and trembling, wondering if we have any right to ask for forgiveness, cleansing and restoration.

But when these thoughts plague us, we must remember that God’s judgment is always tempered by his mercy and he will always forgive us, restore us and revive us again.

It’s the way we live

It was Sunday morning and James said to his mother, “I don’t feel good.” Worried she asked, “Where don’t you feel good?” Quickly he replied, “When I’m in church.”

One psalmist wrote, “How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty. My soul yearns, even faints for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.”

What was it that made the “dwelling place” lovely? It was the presence of the Lord. But anywhere a believer is can be a dwelling place where we can find the presence of the Lord.

Wherever we are, he is, and we can commune with him and express the desires of our heart.

Many believe that God can only be found in church when they “report” for worship.

For some it may be once a week or twice a month. For a few, worship only happens on special days or occasions. Every attempt is made to “discharge” all of their obligations by making one or two trips to church in any given year.

But if God is not worshiped seven days a week, it does not seem reasonable that we will truly worship him one day a week or once a year.

Worship that is worthy of him is something we who are his children are to do consciously and constantly every moment of every day.

It does not matter where we are or what we are doing.

We are to offer our words and our work, our hearts and our habits to him as gestures of love and adoration.

Worship is not something we do; it is the way we live. Worship is presenting all that we do as a sacrifice to him.

One sees reasons to love. The other reasons to hate.

One sees unity. The other division. One finds prejudice. The other equality. One discovers compassion. The other indifference. One goodwill. The other malice. Two people, one book. One book, two views. The book is a mirror. The reflection is you.

Two people read the same Bible.

4th on Broadway parade winners

Judges chose the best in commercial and non-commercial categories.

The 33rd Annual 4th on Broadway Bolton Oil Parade, themed “United We Sing” made its way from Avenue M on Broadway east, and into Mackenzie Park. Winners for 2023 are as follows:

Commercial:

1st place: One Guy from Italy (University) with Rampage Wrestling

2nd place: Grassano Property Management

3rd place: Jarvis Metals Recycling

Non-commercial:

1st place: (tie) Ancil “AL” White VFW Post 2466 AND Women Veterans of America Chapter 53

2nd place: Lubbock State Supported Living Center

3rd place: Lubbock High Cheer

Cash prizes were awarded in both the non-commercial and commercial categories as follows: 1st place – $500 and automatic free entry into the 2023 parade; 2nd place – $250; 3rd place – $125.

Judges this year were members of the Fourth on Broadway steering committee. Entries were judged on adherence to the theme, use of color and patriotic decorating, use of music, and group spirit and participation.

2022 Winners

Commercial: 1st place – Jarvis Metals Recycling; 2nd place – Bolton Oil;

3rd place – Brookdale Remington Park

Non-commercial: 1st place – Revolution Elite Dance; 2nd place – Raices Compania de Danza; 3rd place: Lubbock High School Cheer

2021 Winners

Commercial: 1st place – WesTech Plumbing; 2nd place –Jarvis Metals Recycling

Non-commercial: 1st place – Literacy Lubbock; 2nd place – Alzheimer’s Association

2019 Winners

Commercial: 1st place – American Postal Workers Union #952; 2nd place – Covenant Children’s; 3rd place – Latino Lubbock Magazine/Los Hermanos Familia

Non-Commercial: 1st place – Filipino American Association; 2nd place – Roosevelt High School Cheer; 3rd place – Lubbock ISD combined bands

For complete information on all 4th on Broadway activities, visit broadwayfestivals.com.

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ACROSS

1. Overload

5. Prince of India

10. Biting to the taste

14. Decoy

15. Sharp, painful

16. Official language of Pakistan

17. Indigo

18. Elector

19. To exercise control

20. Taxi

21. Hoarfrost

22. Assumes an attitude

23. Hindu deity

25. Celestial body

27. Shelter

28. Calmness

32. Fungal infection

35. Knowledge gained through meditation

36. Revised form of Esperanto

37. Secondhand

38. Defiles

39. Soon

40. Mouthpiece of a bridle

41. Immerse

42. Brass wind instrument

43. Bring together 45. Prohibit 46. Prescribed amount

47. Feline

51. Small branch

54. Steals from 55. Jamaican popular music

56. Plebeian

57. Brief advertisement

59. Slide

60. True

61. Pertaining to a ramus

62. Rope fiber

DOWN

1. Quick sharp sound

2. Pertaining to the moon

3. Small antelope

4. Jelly

5. Steep-sided valley

6. Pueblo Indian village

7. Coarse fiber

8. Consumed

9. Pronoun

10. Roman goddess of the dawn

11. Shank

12. Doing nothing

13. Membership fees

21. Ostrichlike bird

22. Monetary unit of Yugoslavia

24. Sledge

25. Stagnant

26. Makes brown 28. Aniseed

29. Crossing

30. Image of a deity

31. First-class

32. Brass wind instrument

33. Egyptian goddess

34. Device for fishing

39. Wife of one’s uncle

41. Smoke and fog

42. Flying mammals

44. Fit for eating

45. Prate

47. Marine growth

48. Small islands

49. Scrimp

50. Glad

51. Agile

52. Entreaty

53. The back of

54. Hind part

56. Metal

57. Brassiere

58. One circuit

59. Feminine pronoun

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The food that built America & the history

Dear Folks,

This month I’m informing you about the History Channel’s Sunday programming.

This is a sure way to turn off all the bad news and find out some amazing food, drink, and alcohol facts that will also amuse and amaze you.

This info puts a whole new meaning to “food fights.”

This all-day Sunday programing educates the viewer on how the famous food brands got started.

These early entrepreneurs all experienced untold adversities and still became the billion dollar companies of today.

The Kellogg brothers are an interesting historic duo. The oldest brother was a successful physician who owned his own clinic.

He always bested and belittled his younger brother, telling him he would always be a failure. Well, you guessed it. He wasn’t a failure and built the billiondollar cereal company as we know it today.

The eldest brother eventually closed his clinic and faded into history.

The story doesn’t end there. A new cereal company called ”Post” became a huge competitor. Post Toasties soon became a breakfast favorite.

Because of this cereal “feud” we now enjoy a huge selection of breakfast cereal.

Another interesting fact: After Marjorie Merriweather Post’s father, C.W. Post, committed suicide, she inherited his company along with most of his vast fortune.

This was in the day when women rarely had control of any business.

She, however, demanded respect and eventually purchased, what we know of as today, General Mills. Can you believe it?

This episode did not explain how she or who purchased the land now known as Post, Texas.

Also interesting is how the drive-through fast-food restaurants came to be. Burger King, McDonalds, Wendy’s, and KFC, just to name a few, were all-time rivals.

Another unbelievable story is about the Wrigley fortune. Not much information was given.

However, young Wrigley left at age 11 from his home in Philadelphia and ended up in New York City polishing shoes for his existence.

He often slept on the streets of New York City. It did not explain if he was a run-a-way, or his mother told him to leave.

As we know today, the Wrigley name is all over Chicago. Unbelievable.

Another all-time favorite – Holiday Candies – Candy Corn, Candy Canes, Valentine’ candy, Easter Peeps, Jelly Beans, Chocolate Bunnies and Eggs were all new

in the early decades of the 20th century.

Now these goodies are seen everywhere depending on the holiday. I really love those “Peeps” at Easter. They are delicious.

How about “them wings”?! A dear friend of mine who has lived in Buffalo, New York, all her life, gave me the true scoop years ago how these came to be.

Many years ago a small restaurant in Buffalo was near closing time when some hungry customers came in for service.

At that time all that was available were some chicken wings and the owner’s (chef’s) idea of a delicious sauce.

What she didn’t tell me, but I found out during a Sunday episode, was that the owner was a struggling black entrepreneur. Well folks, we all know the ending of that happy story.

Just the progression of how the supermarkets, as we all now enjoy, came into existence is a history lesson all on its own.

There are hundreds of facts you will enjoy on the History Channel Sunday program.

Now, this channel is advertising a new “Mega Brands That Built America.”

Stay tuned!

Until next month, Watch out for those school zones! Cathy

The most powerful way to heal someone is to listen. Don’t think or judge. Just listen. People start to heal the moment they feel heard. You can’t be a healer if you refuse to step outside of your own emotions and view things entirely from the perspective of the other person.

Understanding the need for long-term care insurance

It’s a fact: People today are living longer.

Although that’s good news, the odds of requiring some sort of longterm care increase as you get older.

And as the costs of home care, nursing homes, and assisted living escalate, you probably wonder how you’re ever going to be able to afford long-term care.

One solution that is gaining popularity is long-term care insurance (LTCI).

What is long-term care?

Most people associate long-term care with the elderly. But it applies to the ongoing care of individuals of all ages who can no longer independently perform basic activities of daily living (ADLs)--such as bathing, dressing, or eating--due to an illness, injury or cognitive disorder.

This care can be provided in a number of settings, including private homes, assisted-living facilities,

adult day-care centers, hospices, and nursing homes.

Why you need long-term care insurance (LCTI)

Even though you may never need long-term care, you’ll want to be prepared in case you ever do, because long-term care is often very expensive.

Although Medicaid does cover some of the costs of long-term care, it has strict financial eligibility requirements--you would have to exhaust a large portion of your life savings to become eligible for it.

And since HMOs, Medicare, and Medigap don’t pay for most longterm care expenses, you’re going to need to find alternative ways to pay for long-term care. One option you have is to purchase an LTCI policy.

However, LTCI is not for everyone. Whether or not you should buy it depends on a number of factors, such as your age and financial circumstances. Consider purchasing an LTCI policy if some or all of the following apply:

• You are between the ages of 40 and 84

• You have significant assets that you would like to protect

• You can afford to pay the premiums now and in the future

• You are in good health and are insurable

How does LTCI work?

Typically, an LTCI policy works like this: You pay a premium, and when benefits are triggered, the policy pays a selected dollar amount per day (for a set period of time) for the type of long-term care outlined in the policy.

Most policies provide that certain

physical and/or mental impairments trigger benefits.

The most common method for determining when benefits are payable is based on your inability to perform certain activities of daily living (ADLs), such as eating, bathing, dressing, continence, toileting (moving on and off the toilet), and transferring (moving in and out of bed).

Typically, benefits are payable when you’re unable to perform a certain number of ADLs (e.g., two or three).

Some policies, however, will begin paying benefits only if your doctor certifies that the care is medically necessary. Others will also offer benefits for cognitive or mental incapacity, demonstrated by your inability to pass certain tests.

Comparing LTCI policies

Before you buy LTCI, it’s important to shop around and compare several policies. Read the Outline of Coverage portion of each policy carefully, and make sure you understand all of the benefits, exclusions, and provisions.

Once you find a policy you like, be sure to check insurance company ratings from services such as A. M. Best, Moody’s, and Standard & Poor’s to make sure the company is financially stable.

When comparing policies, you’ll want to pay close attention to these common features and provisions:

• Elimination period: The period of time before the insurance policy will begin paying benefits (typical options range from 20 to 100 days). Also known as the waiting period.

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Know the signs Heat exhaustion

 Headaches

 Nausea & vomiting

 Fatigue, weakness & restlessness

 Thirsty

 Anxiety

 Poor coordination

 Weak, rapid pulse

 Sweating heavily

 Raised body temperature

What to do

 Lie down in shade or air conditioning

 Drink plenty of water

 Keep cool with a cold compress, shower or bath

Preventing heatstroke

Suggestions for preventing heatstroke include:

• Drink enough water or other cool, nonalcoholic fluids even if you’re not thirsty. Avoid drinking extremely cold liquids as they can cause stomach cramps.

• Plan ahead. Reduce activity and avoid exercise in hot weather. If activity is unavoidable, try to schedule it for the cooler part of the day and rest often. Whenever possible, stay indoors or in the shade.

• Stay cool and keep air circulating around you. Draw your blinds or curtains and use an electric fan, a misting fan or air conditioning if possible. If you don’t have air conditioning, consider visiting an air-conditioned shopping center or public library.

• Eat smaller meals more often and cold meals such as salad.

• Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing made from natural fibers such as cotton and linen.

• Keep yourself cool by using damp towels containing ice, putting your feet in cold water and taking cool (not cold) showers.

• Check in on older, sick and frail family, friends and neighbors who may need help coping with the heat. Call them at least once a day on any extreme heat day.

• Never leave children, older people or pets in cars.

If you must be out in the heat:

• Limit outdoor activity to the coolest part of the day.

• Protect yourself from the sun and ‘slip, slop, slap’ when outside by covering exposed skin, using sunscreen and wearing a hat. ‘Seek’ shade and ‘slide’ on some sunglasses.

• Rest regularly in the shade, carry a water bottle, and drink fluids frequently.

Source: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/heat-stress-preventingheatstroke#preventing-heatstroke

Understanding long-term care insurance

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• Duration of benefits: The limitations placed on the benefits you can receive (e.g., a dollar amount such as $150,000 or a time limit such as two years).

• Daily benefit: The amount of coverage you select as your daily benefit (typical options range from $50 to $350).

• Optional inflation rider: Protection against inflation.

• Range of care: Coverage for different levels of care (skilled, intermediate, and/or custodial) in care settings specified in policy (e.g., nursing home, assisted living facility, at home).

• Pre-existing conditions: • Other exclusions: Whether or not certain conditions are covered (e.g., Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease).

• Premium increases: Whether or not your premiums will increase during the policy period.

• Guaranteed renewability: The opportunity for you to renew the policy and maintain your coverage despite any changes in your health.

• Grace period for late payment: The period during which the policy will remain in effect if you are late paying the premium.

• Return of premium: Return of premium or non-

forfeiture benefits if you cancel your policy after paying premiums for a number of years.

• Prior hospitalization: Whether or not a hospital stay is required before you can qualify for LTCI benefits.

When comparing LTCI policies, you may wish to seek assistance.

Consult a financial professional, attorney, or accountant for more information.

What’s it going to cost?

There’s no doubt about it: LTCI is often expensive. Still, the cost of LTCI depends on many factors, including the type of policy that you purchase (e.g., size of benefit, length of benefit period, care options, optional riders).

Premium cost is also based in large part on your age at the time you purchase the policy.

The younger you are when you purchase a policy, the lower your premiums will be.

The waiting period (e.g., six months) imposed before coverage will go into effect regarding treatment for pre-existing conditions.

Zach Holtzman Financial Advisor

West Texas State Veterans Cemetery

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When will the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery open?

A: The best estimate is that it will be operational in June 2025.

Q: Who is eligible for interment at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: Eligible veterans, their spouses, and the veteran’s eligible family members are authorized interment.

Q: What costs are involved with interment at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: From the moment that the remains arrive on cemetery grounds, there are no costs to the family for opening the plot, interment, closing the plot, and perpetual care. However, there are likely funeral home costs and transportation costs not covered by the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Q: What are the costs for a family member to be interred at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: In Texas, there is no cost for an eligible veteran, spouse, or child to be interred at any of the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Q: When can I pre-register?

A: We will be accepting pre-registrations six (6) months prior to opening, so January 2025.

Q: What should I do now if I need to pre-register?

A: You can pre-register at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene. Once the cemetery in Lubbock begins taking pre-registrations, you can transfer your pre-registration from Abilene to Lubbock.

Q: What do I need to pre-register?

A: For the veteran, the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty is all that is needed and will be used to confirm eligibility. For the veteran’s spouse, the Marriage Certificate is sufficient. For eligible children, the birth certificate is all that is needed. For adult children, medical documentation from the unmarried adult

child’s physician or qualified medical professional will be needed, along with a letter from the parent or guardian. (Please contact any of the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries for additional information)

Q: Can I transfer a loved one from the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene or from another State Veterans Cemetery or national cemetery to the new cemetery in Lubbock when it opens?

A: Yes, there is no cost associated with opening the plot at Abilene or any Texas State Veterans Cemetery or national cemetery, and no cost for re-interment at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Lubbock. However, there may be costs associated with transportation, and those costs are not covered by the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Q: Can I transfer an eligible loved one from a private cemetery to the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Lubbock when it opens?

A: Yes, there will be no cost for eligible interments at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Lubbock. However, the private cemetery may charge for opening the plot, and there may be transportation costs, both of which are not covered by the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Q: What kinds of plots will be available at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: We will have traditional casket plots available as well as options for cremated remains, including placement in a Columbaria niche, cremated remains in-ground with an upright headstone, and the option of a scattering garden with an inscription on a Memorial Wall.

Q: What are the eligibility requirements for interment at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: The Texas State Veterans Cemeteries follow the same eligibility requirements for interment as at a national cemetery. The eligibility requirements are found at https://www.va.gov/burialsmemorials/eligibility/. Additional help is available

at the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 1–800–535–1117 or the Texas VLB Call Center at 1–800–252–8387 or by calling or visiting any of the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries.

Q: I would like to visit and discuss eligibility at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene. How can I do that?

A: The Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene is located at 7457 W. Lake Road, Abilene, Texas, 79601, and the phone number is 325–673–4446. You can also visit the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene’s Facebook page.

Q: How can I best stay informed of developments with the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: The best way to stay informed is to follow the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery Facebook page and to sign up for the Texas VLB Newsletter at https://vlb.texas.gov/ (click Newsletter Sign Up at the top of the page). The newsletter allows you to tailor the information you would like to receive by email.

Q: If I was in the National Guard or Reserves, do I qualify to be buried at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery?

A: You may qualify for burial benefits if you were placed on Title 10 and served on active duty (active duty time must be other than for training) or you retired from the National Guard or Reserves. (Please contact any of the Texas State Veterans Cemeteries for additional clarification.)

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The Working Cowboy Award

Jimbo Humphreys, recipient of the 2023 RHA Working Cowboy Award, has mastered almost every facet of cowboy life. The Working Cowboy Award is given annually by the Ranching Heritage Association, a nationwide non-profit organization supporting the programs of the National Ranching Heritage Center in Lubbock. Humphreys’ lifetime of cowboying accomplishments will be honored at the National Golden Spur Award Honors on Nov. 3 at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts & Sciences in Lubbock. Tickets for the National Golden Spur Award Honors are available for purchase. For event details and ticketing information visit goldenspurhonors.com or call 806-792-8339.

• Sept. 2 @ Wyoming, at 6:30 p.m.

• Sept. 9 vs. Oregon, at 6 p.m.

• Sept. 16 vs. Tarleton State, at 6 p.m.

• Sept. 23 @ West Virginia

• Sept. 30 vs. Houston

• Oct. 7 @ Baylor

• Oct. 14 vs. Kansas State

• Oct. 21 @ BYU

• Nov. 2 vs. TCU, at 6 p.m.

• Nov. 11 @ Kansas

• Nov. 18 vs. University of Central Florida

• Nov. 24 @ Texas, at 6:30 p.m. 806-742-8324 or redraidertickets@ttu.edu

(Photo by Ross Hecox)