Financial Focus

In the world of investing, we’ve all heard the phrase, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” It’s solid advice that emphasizes the importance of diversifying your investments.

Making the most of Medicare open enrollment

When you turn 65, Medicare becomes a vital part of your healthcare coverage. But signing up is just the beginning. Many people don’t realize that Medi care isn’t a “set it and forget it” prog ram.

Memories of the Wellington Fire

DepartmentFrom long before I was born, until the time he died in 1952, Dad was a volunteer fireman. My first memories place the location of the “Fire House” on West Ave., north of the square (east side, facing west).

The infusion center: Big and beautiful

I just received word that Cody, Wyo. — population 10,391 and growing — is losing their oncology services due to financial strain. I always hate to hear these things, and note that their alternative is Billings, Mont., which is almost two hours away.

The 501

Books, books, books.If your collection is oversized, and you’re feeling guilty about owning all those tomes, join the book club. I refer not to the book-of the-month club or some equivalent thereof. You’ve been there.

Memories Left for My Kids

From long before I was born, until the time he died in 1952, Dad was a volunteer fireman. My first memories place the location of the “Fire House” on West Ave., north of the square (eastside, facing west).

Financial Focus

When you turn 65, Medicare becomes a vital part of your healthcare coverage. But signing up is just the beginning. Many people don't realize that Medicare isn't a "set it and forget it" program.

The 501:

In a perfect world, all hitchhikers would be harmless. You could give them rides and add one more acquaintance to your list. Me, I like getting to know new people — especially people with good stories. I’m guessing all hitchhikers have good stories. But in a perfect world, nobody needs a ride.

Financial Focus

More than 7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, according to a 2025 report from the Alzheimer’s Association.

No mandate: That’s the question

Vaccines, antimicrobials, psychiatric medications and chemotherapy — all are important components to modern medicine, but all have risks.