Newsletter – Senior

I’ve found you can trust him…such an accomplished individual…always candid…no need for a hidden agenda.  Augie Mrozowski has arrived at the promised land, following a work life of 16 hours every day at his commissary and his downtown restaurant, Augie’s Front Burner. He made a decision and sold everything two years ago. Before then, there […]

When Elwood picks up Jake from the old state prison in Joliet, the Blues Brothers reunite outside a huge gate on the prison’s eastern edge. Now, thanks, to some dedicated guides, you too can walk through that gate but in the opposite direction. What awaits you on the other side is a living, albeit decaying, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Whether you buy Suze Orman’s claim that she owns only one pair of gold earrings, or accept all of her financial advice, chances are you have seen her on TV, bluntly stating what people should and should not do for their financial security. In her latest book, The Ultimate Retirement Guide for 50+:Winning Strategies to […]

When they hear the name Nell Clay, many in Springfield think of the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum. And they should. “I want to make our museum a must-see,” Nell says delightedly. While COVID-19 has closed the museum for now, work doesn’t stop. Nell is busy updating the museum’s webpage and posting […]