Time to rhyme a will

Is a makeshift, handwritten will better than none at all? Let’s hope so. Mine’s tucked away with the Cutco knife documents. Look under the silverware tray. Yep, I believe the story about a farmer who was definitively trapped under his tractor.

Killough receives communication fromWorldWar II tanker

“I’ve lost track of how many books I’ve sent to Jr. Castillo, but I think you’ll be interested in the response I received from the recipient of one of the books - a tanker who served alongside the 15 from Collingsworth County,” wrote Floyd Killough in a recent email to The Red River Sun.

What to know about sustainable investing

You may have heard about “sustainable investing.” But if you’re not familiar with it, you may have some questions: What does it involve? Is it right for me? Can I follow a sustainable investing strategy and still get the portfolio performance I need to reach my goals?

Shamrock: Neighbor to the north

When Irish immigrant sheep rancher George Nickel applied in 1890 to open a post office at his dugout, he chose the name Shamrock for good luck and courage. The name was accepted by federal post office officials, but the post office never opened because the Nickel home burned that same year.

Don’t overlook importance of cash

If you’re an investor,you no doubt pay a great deal of attention to your stocks, bonds and mutual funds.But you shouldn’t forget another key element of your financial strategy: cash.

Take me back to show and tell

Do they still have show and tell at school? Maybe not. Privileged children would say they went to Disneyland or Disneyworld over a break. Such reports, especially if enhanced with souvenirs, would make underprivileged children feel bad.

Should you consolidate retirement accounts?

One of the rewards for working over several decades is the ability to contribute to tax-advantaged retirement accounts, which can help provide needed income for you when you do retire.

Financial Focus

As you go through life, you will likely have long- and short-term financial goals. But how will your strategies for meeting your long-term goals differ from those needed for your shortterm ones? If you’re like most people, your biggest long-term goal is achieving a comfortable retirement.

Chiropractic Corner

A few weeks ago,I wrote about “Tech Neck”and how excessive use of technology, such as cell phones and tablets, can lead to neck pain and headaches.But technology isn’t all bad.In fact, there are several ways it can help your health. Here’s how.

Financial Focus

Here’s an interesting statistic: Some 72% of retirees say one of their biggest fears is becoming a burden on their families, according to a 2021 survey by Age Wave and Edward Jones. Both before and during retirement, what steps can you take to avoid burdening your loved ones in the future?