After dealing with their challenges of loss and heartbreak, Chad Blake and his wife, Cheryl, decided to make it their mission to help others. They co-founded Experiences Foundation, and through the organization provide experiences that are open for all individuals and families who have suffered a tough break in life. “We think of ourselves as a local mini-Make-a-Wish meets … [Read more...]
Practice Mindfulness for Post-Pandemic Mental Health
By Ashley Velez Anyone else ready to get back to some semblance of normal after the past 16 months? Yeah, me, too. As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted in the state of Georgia and elsewhere, changing your routine to reintroduce daily activities that involve face-to-face contact requires cognitive effort, i.e., a large mental push from our brains. This can prove … [Read more...]
Libraries Open to In-Person Visits, Celebrate Library Week
By John Rodgers Have you visited the library this spring? All Sequoyah Regional Library System (SRLS) locations are open for indoor and curbside services, and residents across Cherokee County came by to celebrate April’s National Library Week. The festivities began with a week-long fine forgiveness program, where visitors could have up to $15 in overdue fees … [Read more...]
10-Minute Search for Water Leaks
The average household leaks nearly 10,000 gallons of water per year. That’s the amount of water it takes to wash 300 loads of laundry. It could be costing you an additional 10% on your water bills. In just 10 minutes, you can search your home for leaks and cut down your water waste. Many common household leaks are quick to find and easy to fix. Worn toilet flappers, … [Read more...]
2020 IRA Deadlines Are Approaching
Financially, many of us associate April with taxes, but, we also should associate April with important IRA deadlines. April 15 is the deadline to take your required minimum distribution (RMD) from certain individual retirement accounts. Keep in mind that withdrawals from traditional, SIMPLE and SEP-IRAs are taxed as ordinary income, and, if taken before age 59½, may … [Read more...]