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JOE KELLY
KELLY'S KORNER: George Washington was here
This past Monday was Presidents Day. In honor of the day, what follows is information about one of those presidents. Many say George Washington was the best president we’ve ever had. more
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Diana Jaworski
F.O.C.U.S. Time: In moments of frustration, focus for success
They were not there. Frustration started to set in. Not in my purse. Not in my car. I could not focus. Taking a deep breath, I tried to calm myself. Suddenly, a “wow” moment! more
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Skiing will challenge your mind and put a smile on your face.
COLUMN: A little snow and you’re good to go (VIDEO)
Cross-country skiing gets you out in the country and physically active. Check out the video in the article. more
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Kathryn Newton, left, and Paul Rudd in a scene from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.”
REVIEW: ‘Quantumania,’ the third Ant-Man film, is an entertaining spectacle
“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” is another big, entertaining Marvel superhero movie, but even this fanboy can see the cracks starting to show in the Marvel movie machine. more
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A spotted lanternfly at a vineyard in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. The spotted lanternfly may be a threat to a number of agricultural segments across the state.
COLUMN: Marking National Invasive Species Awareness Week
This year’s National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is Feb. 20-26. NISAW seeks to educate us on invasive species prevention and management. more
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DONNA THOMPSON
VALLEY MUSINGS: Shopping is more fun in a group
My youngest sister’s latest weekend visit provided an incentive to bake a strawberry-rhubarb pie using ingredients from the freezer, pull out a jigsaw we thought she’d enjoy and do some shopping. more
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JOHN DAVID FAY
ROUNDING THIRD: Current comedians found wanting
If you are, roughly, in my age category, you can probably remember glass milk bottles, having an electric train set, your first Schwinn bike and probably the Trinkaus Christmas display. more
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Mortgage applications to buy homes dropped almost 40% year over year in the last few months of 2022, and refinance applications were down almost 90%, according to a December Mortgage Bankers Association forecast report.
NerdWallet: What latest mortgage company changes mean for your home loan
It’s been a bumpy ride for mortgage companies lately. Some lenders have gone out of business, merged with other companies or narrowed their focus. And more changes are likely in 2023. more
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Rev. Sherry Mahar
Weekly reflections: Spring cleaning
It’s a time to do a thorough cleaning, top to bottom, inside and out. It usually involves identifying areas that need a quick spruce-up as well as the areas that need a deep cleaning. more
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Tom Margenau
COLUMN: How retirement benefits are figured
After doing this column for so many years (more than a quarter century now), I’ve learned there are two kinds of potential Social Security beneficiaries. more
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Scene from “The Fabelmans”
REVIEW: Spielberg and his actors earn their Oscar nominations with ‘The Fabelmans’
Director Steven Spielberg has earned his reputation as one of Hollywood’s greatest directors several times over, so it’s no surprise that he makes a solid film out of his own life story. more
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Following a family budget is challenging, especially when unexpected costs pop up, including those related to the high prices at the grocery store and rising interest rates. Financial experts say you can overcome those obstacles by creating a flexible approach to managing your money.
NerdWallet: Learn to follow some family budgeting tips that actually work
When Tom Snyder coaches people in his church about how to budget, he starts by encouraging them to track their spending. more
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ROUNDING THIRD: ‘If first we honor and respect, then love will not grow old’
For Valentine’s Day, I give you a poem I wrote a few years ago about a couple I knew. I hope that you, if you haven’t already, find love this special day — or in the near future. more
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F.O.C.U.S. Time: Celebrate Life
The party hats were properly placed on the table. The bouquet of balloons indicated a celebration. The bright youthful colors welcomed the thought of a birthday celebration. more
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Ben Aldridge, left, Kristen Cui, center, and Jonathan Groff in a scene from “Knock at the Cabin.”
REVIEW: Open the door for the spooky ‘Knock at the Cabin’
Horror director M. Night Shyamalan is known for his spooky and tense thrillers, and “Knock at the Cabin” delivers exactly that with its potentially apocalyptic storytelling. Without giving away … more
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Rev. Katie Yahns
COLUMNS: Love in a time of grief
Hearts, flowers, romance, and special dinners for two seem to be everywhere as we approach Valentine’s Day, right around the corner. more
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Workers install two of 105 solar panels on the roof of a barn in this AP file photo. The Inflation Reduction Act includes tax credits and rebates for homeowners who make energy-saving updates to their homes. Tax credits are available now for updates like new windows, doors, air conditioners, insulation and solar panels.
NerdWallet: New tax credits, rebates can launch eco home updates
If you’ve been holding off on home improvements, a new law signed last year and now in effect as of Jan. 1, 2023, may provide a fresh incentive. more
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COLUMN: Organization, support among keys to managing your health care
Managing your health care, or the care of a loved one, can be overwhelming, especially if complex medical conditions are involved, or the list of providers and prescriptions is long. more
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A workman aligns a plank before cutting it for use at a new housing site in Madison County, Miss. Taking on a home renovation or even a simple repair project can turn disastrous — and expensive — without proper planning. When deciding whether to don safety glasses and get started or pay a professional, consider personal abilities, the time commitment and potential costs.
NerdWallet: How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects
I started 2021 by buying an 1885 hulk of a home, sight unseen, with visions of restoring its earlier grandeur. more
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JOHN DAVID FAY
ROUNDING THIRD: Inconveniences of a life long lived
The other day I was offered a “senior” discount, which I, of course, accepted. Hey, I’ve earned it if they want to give it. more
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