He served in the Army and the U.S. Coast Guard then ended up living for years in an 8-by-12-foot shack he constructed of wood from an old picket fence and insulated with discarded hot tub covers. During Colorado Springs’ 25th Annual Stand Down, a community-wide event to help veterans experiencing homelessness, an Air Force veteran…

The Minnesota Zoo announced that it is caring for 2 sea otter pups found in Alaska. The 2 female sea otter pups were brought to the Minnesota Zoo thanks to their partnership with the Alaska Sealife Center (ASLC). Once receiving the initial triage care in Alaska, they were brought to the Minnesota Zoo to receive…

Understanding Policies and Protecting Your Assets. Venturing into the world of auto insurance can be a daunting task, filled with complex terms and decisions that impact both your vehicle and financial well-being. Whether you’re insuring a brand-new sedan or a trusty old truck, it’s crucial to arm yourself with knowledge to make informed choices. Collision…

A virtual credit card is a randomly generated card number you can use when shopping online or over the phone. It’s designed to protect your account information from being stolen in case of a data breach or an insecure internet connection. Typically, you can request a virtual card number online — if your issuer offers…

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Throughout the post-war years and into the 1970s, Union Avenue — the six-lane boulevard just east of the city’s central commercial district — was Bakersfield’s neon-lined welcome mat. From about 1949 on, the highway gave motorists the sense they were entering a little Las Vegas, greeting them with an unmistakable salutation…

I recently tried to rent a car from Avis in Bangor, Maine. When I arrived at the counter, a representative said I couldn’t rent from the company because I was on the Do Not Rent list. The attendant couldn’t tell me why I was on the list. But I noticed that my name was misspelled…

Gorodenkoff / stock.adobe.com I was having dinner last month and a client approached me, inquiring why my colleague was “overvaccinating” her dog with so many “shots.” She was pleasant and trying to understand why the veterinarian “was asking me so many questions about Lola’s lifestyle. Yes, we take her camping. Yes, she goes to doggie…

LEWISTON, Maine — They came together Sunday night to mourn those lost in Maine’s worst mass shooting, hugging one another, singing a rousing edition of “Amazing Grace,” and seeking guidance out of these dark days from religious leaders who talked of hope, healing and the power of prayer. More than 1,000 people gathered for the…

When you’re moving, preparing a list ahead of time ensures you have all items accounted for. A list like the one below can also help you develop a schedule so your move goes smoothly.  Military-Required Steps When Planning a PCS Move Here’s a guide to help you with all facets of a PCS move:  Step…

“Every time the temperature drops 10 degrees, you lose one pound of pressure in your tires,” said Marco Demello of Bobby & Steve’s Auto World. MINNEAPOLIS — Multiple tire shops around the Twin Cities reported lines at the air pump after a sharp dip in temperatures this week.  “Every time the temperature drops 10 degrees,…