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By TRACY FARR Contributing Writer

By TRACY FARR Contributing Writer

Ten miles out, traffic in sight

Ishould’ve never downloaded that “see what airplanes are flying over your house” app to my smartphone. Oh, I thought it was a good idea at the time, but it wasn’t.
Provided by Frank Conrad Financial Advisor

Provided by Frank Conrad Financial Advisor

Inflation-fighting strategies for retirees

At different times, inflation may be high or low, but, except in those rare periods of deflation, it’s always with us. During your working years, when you may receive boosts in your salary, you at least have the potential to keep up with inflation — but what happens when you retire?
By DEBBY EFURD

By DEBBY EFURD

Forgive and forget

I’ve heard it said my whole life … forgive and forget … that’s how you get past hurts. Well, let me tell you, that’s easier said than done. There’s plenty I think I’ve forgiven, but forgetting -- now that’s a whole different ball of wax.
Slum refugees dumped in Hell on Earth

Slum refugees dumped in Hell on Earth

Slum refugees dumped in Hell on Earth

Five dozen Europeans from the slums of New York City set foot in Texas on Dec. 3, 1833 on their way to a promised paradise on the Rio Grande.John Charles Beales was an English expatriate, who moved to Mexico in 1804. A physician by profession, he was a late entrant in the race for Texas real estate.
The dressing that went south for the winter

The dressing that went south for the winter

The dressing that went south for the winter

When you have a recipe for Thanksgiving dressing that is passed down from one generation to the next, a recipe that is so revered that people from miles around would probably come by and have a taste if it weren’t for the fact they had their own get-togethers to attend, the last thing you want to...
Connally thought he was done for

Connally thought he was done for

Connally thought he was done for

When the presidential limo came to a screeching halt at Parkland Hospital on Nov. 22, 1963, the Governor of Texas believed John F. Kennedy was dead and that his own wounds would prove to be fatal.
Planes, trains and ideas to explore

Planes, trains and ideas to explore

Planes, trains and ideas to explore

You’re never too old to go on an adventure and keep a journal to record your comings and goings. This one is mine: Saturday, 24 June 2023 — My son Robert and I have decided to take a trip to Hamburg, Germany, to see the world’s largest (according to Guinness World Records) model train system.
Which IRA is right for you?

Which IRA is right for you?

Which IRA is right for you?

The individual retirement account (IRA) is celebrating its golden anniversary. Created in 1974, this savings vehicle has helped millions of people build resources for retirement. And in 1997, the Roth IRA was introduced. But which IRA is right for you?