Can you put a price on peace of mind? In many ways, life insurance does just that. “What would happen if your income was gone tomorrow?” asks Bobby Davidson, a Dallas-based independent insurance agent. It’s not something any of us really wants to think about, but insurance is the best…
Good Credit & Even Better Values: What You Need To Know To Set Your Kids Up For Financial Success by Charles Satterfield | Staff Writer As they regularly remind us, teens know everything. Money is no exception. In a recent national poll, 87% of 12 to 17 year olds reported…
Rebound Hero by Melissa Chaiken Chris Herren appeared to be a young man that had it all: talent, good looks and a bright future in college and professional basketball. Chris was a star player in Fall River, Massachusetts where he scored over 2000 points during his time at Durfee…
Cary Israel Leaves A Legacy at Collin College By Jenny Wood/ Education & Schools Editor When Cary Israel took the helm of Collin County’s only public college in 1999, the school was called Collin County Community College and had a total enrollment of 30,000 students. Today, the renamed Collin…
by Pam Chin-Lai, MS, RD, LD, CEDRD Nutrition Consultant at Girls to Women Health and Wellness AHHHH CHOO! A single sneeze can spread 100,000 germs in the air. What can you do this season to avoid colds and flu ? Choose superfoods to boost your immunity! A strong immune system…
The Savviest Financial Move You Need To Make In 2015: Insuring Your Life & Ensuring Your Family’s Future By Lisa Martin / Writer Like an annual physical or a yearly inspection of your home’s air conditioning unit, a comprehensive review of your insurance situation can prove one of the…
Knowing my love of olive oils and wines, and all things that revolve around food, a friend connected me with Mark Russo of Mendelbaum Cellars and Oliva Imports LLC. My friend is a people-connecter. You know the type… she knows everyone, knows what they do, and has an instinct about…
On the Death of My Father By Dennis Prager Editor’s note: This column was originally published in August, 2014 upon the death of Dennis’ father, Max Prager. Here are some thoughts on the death of a parent. Longevity Parents who live long are very lucky. Not only for their…
Extra virgin olive oil protects against heart disease via numerous mechanisms: Reduced Inflammation: Olive oil protects against inflammation, a key driver of heart disease. LDL Cholesterol: Olive oil protects LDL particles from oxidative damage – a key step in the heart disease process. Improves Endothelial Function: Olive oil improves…