Category: Features

Pet of the Month: Here’s Batman!

Patricia Glasmann Batman is the sweetest little dog that I have ever known! He is an 8-year-old handsome 13 pound black/silver Shih Tzu. He loves squeaky toys and is very possessive of his belongings. He knows every single toy in his overflowing toy box. He loves his daily morning walks and looks forward to meeting…

Stop! Don’t Answer That Call!

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Unsolicited contact, whether through phone calls, emails, or text messages, is often the first step in many scams. Scammers rely on surprise and deception, making unsolicited contact a powerful tool to catch their intended targets off guard. Understanding this tactic is crucial for protecting oneself against various fraudulent schemes.…

Word of the Month: Splendor

David Zapatka While enjoying Self-Culture in The Light of the Ancient Wisdom by I.K. Taimni, I read this sentence, “There are subtler worlds of progressively increasing splendor behind and inter-penetrating the physical world of which we are cognizant through our physical senses…” The word “splendor” has always resonated with me. It’s one of those words…

In Passing – October 2024

Marilynn (Lynn) Blomquist Marilynn (Lynn) Blomquist was born on Dec. 8, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., to Frank and Elsie (Kruetzer) Forty. Her father served as a captain in World War II and later became part of the Chicago Transit Authority’s leadership team. Lynn’s mother was a soprano soloist and concert piano player. Unfortunately, Lynn’s parents…

Four Tips to Maintain Lead-Acid Golf Cart Batteries

Conversions by Doug Lead-acid batteries are the most common batteries found in golf carts. If you have lead-acid batteries, you’re probably familiar with the need for routine inspection and a periodic addition of water. Lead-acid batteries’ average life span is 3 to 4 years. You can ensure the best performance and improved safety by adhering…