New investment rule: Take your money later
As of Jan. 1, those with a 401(k) or IRA can start withdrawing the required minimum at age 72. Previously, account holders were required to take the…
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Potato peels and garbage disposal don’t mix
Potato peels are one food waste that should almost never be run though a garbage disposal. Thin peelings can literally slip between the disposal blades…
How to find lost AirPods
If you already have the Apple Find My iPhone set up (and you should), the Find My AirPods feature is already set up. As long as you are in Bluetooth…
Clean up worn, but expensive sneakers
You can give those expensive, brand name sneakers, a newer look with a hair dryer. For clouded bubbles on the side of the shoe, simply aim the hair dryer…
Tips for managing contractors
As much as we love our home renovations, there’s no denying that the process can nevertheless be a stressful one. Some of that is due to the myriad of…
Black History Month: In memory of Toni Morrison
The passing of Toni Morrison in August 2019 marked the loss of one of the most impactful authors of modern times. Morrison was the first black woman to…
One small step for man, one giant leap for bovines
Want a distraction from Valentine’s Day? Consider this fun February anniversary: Feb. 18 marks the 90th anniversary of the first cow to fly in an…
Happy 200th birthday, Susan B
February 15 marks the 200th anniversary of Susan B. Anthony’s birth. Best known for her fight for women’s voting rights, Anthony was an abolitionist and…
Presidents Day: One time everyone agreed
Strange to think, but there was one time in the United States of America that everyone pretty much agreed on who should be president. That was the first…
In every culture and era, humans have wanted a Valentine
Each year on February 14, millions of decorated cards are exchanged by husbands and wives, friends and lovers, boys and girls. In spite of its great…