Fraudster sentenced to prison
Chase Brown, a former Rochester High School football player who played on a state championship team, then bilked people and companies throughout the nation, is headed to prison for three years. Brown, 21, already was on state probation for writing $17,000 worth of bad checks in Sangamon County when he went on the spree last…
Warm and elegant
Shopping vintage is becoming more popular every year, and it’s easy to see why. Not only is it good for the environment, but it’s good for your bank account as well. Vintage shops are also great for when you’re looking for stylish outerwear or a one-of-a-kind gift for the holidays. “In a coat you just…
Experts in our community
Professional Santa Santa Ray, from Springfield, has been seeing kids of all ages for 15 years and is a real-beard and real-belly Santa. He also has a Mrs. Claus who comes with him on visits. Never promise a specific gift. One of the worst things a Santa can do is promise children they’ll get what…
Relentless forward motion
Getting older, getting better. That is how Steve O’Connor, 57, of Petersburg approaches life and his passion for triathlon competitions. Triathlons vary in length, but all include swimming, biking and running, in that order. The Ironman is a grueling 2.4-mile swim followed by biking 112 miles and then running a marathon (26.2 miles). O’Connor has…
If you don’t know squat…
Squat! What a funny-sounding word used to describe an even funnier-looking position. The mere thought of squatting is sure to elicit a giggle or a cringe depending upon your age. Children naturally assume this playful position, while many adults avoid squatting due to painful knees or the fear of not being able to get back…
Are you the family bank
Almost every family has one: the person family members call on when money is tight and they need a helping hand. The more financially responsible you are, the more likely you are to be considered “the family bank,” according to a 2016 study conducted by Merrill in partnership with Age Wave. The study, “Finances in…
Getting high in Illinois
Visitors from mountainous regions often marvel at the flat ness of our prairie state, but they need to look up. Illinois is full of things that soar into the sky, and a trip around the state will yield plenty of sore necks, from tall buildings to natural wonders to quirky structures. Here are some examples…
Not your father’s hearing aids
The clunky, screeching, analog hearing aids with replaceable batteries and tiny controls of years past are now inconspicuous, digital, smartphone friendly, rechargeable models with high-fidelity sound. But, although hearing aids are smaller, better and easier to manage than ever, the World Health Organization estimated last spring that only 17 percent of persons who would benefit…
Aging in place
As of 2018, 52 million Baby Boomers were in their golden years, 65 or older. As they age, the question of how and where to live as a senior becomes more real. That gracious three-story home with a large garden is no longer seen as an asset but as a hindrance for an older adult…
Explore Your Community
As events may be canceled or rescheduled at the last moment, please first check with the host or venue when making plans to attend an event. Let’s Get Fit Mon., Wed. and Fri. 9-10 a.m. Senior Services of Central Illinois hosts online exercise classes for individuals age 50 plus via Zoom. Contact Justin Yuroff at…
