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Dear Savvy Senior,
What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house?
Almost 75
Dear Almost,
It’s a great question. Finding a good home repair/handyman can be a bit of a crapshoot. How do you find someone who will return your calls or texts...
As we all continue to mow our yards I need to remind All of you that it is illegal to put grass clippings on to the street.
135.03 Placing Debris on.
It is unlawful for any person to throw or deposit on any street or alley any glass, glass bottle, nails, tacks, wire, cans, trash, garbage,...
It’s time to dig into the huge collection of newspaper clippings, pamphlets published by food companies and other treasures that were lovingly collected and given to me. I’m not sure who “Marge” is but among the other pieces of paper is a white sheet, printed on what looks like a copy machine. It...
Editor’s Note: The following was recently shared about a trove of treasured historical resources that may be lost.
Researchers know that newspapers are the first draft of history. One of the hidden treasures at the State Historical Society of Iowa (SHSI) is a magnificent collection of Iowa...
Echoes from a Loafers’ Club Meeting
Not a single person has wished me a happy birthday today.
I’ll fix that. Happy birthday.
Thanks, but it’s not my birthday.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I was taking...
Dear Savvy Senior,
A few months ago, I took an ambulance to the hospital emergency room because I had a nasty fall at home, but just received a hefty $1,050 bill from the ambulance company. Doesn’t Medicare cover ambulance rides?
Frustrated Beneficiary
Dear Beneficiary,
Yes, Medicare does cover...
“Summer for foodies” is all about grilling, barbequing, smoking and all the other good outdoor cooking styles. From burgers to brisket, most people love the flavor of this cuisine. The meat is full of protein but sometimes the sauces are loaded with sugar…not a good thing for those watching their...
The Iowa Newspaper Association is presenting a monthly feature in Iowa’s newspapers, inviting political leaders of each party to offer perspectives on different subjects- the first on child care.
More Childcare Could Help Iowa’s Struggling Economy
The lack of affordable and accessible child care...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
There are going to be many people in Minneapolis tonight.
Why is that?
They live there.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I was a Bounty hunter in a big store. It took...
Where to find senior discounts in 2025
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
My husband and I are in our 50’s and would like to know what resources you recommend for locating senior discounts, and what age do they kick in?
Frugal Fay
Dear Fay,
One of the great perks of growing older in America is...