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Beware: Online Scam Artists Know Every Trick To Scam Seniors
This week I want to talk about the continuing trend of brazen criminals targeting seniors here in Volusia County with scam phone calls, tricking their victims into sending strangers thousands of dollars. The callers often pretend to be someone legitimate—a computer technician, Amazon representative, even the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, or other government officials. The ruses […]
Continue readingHow About A Cat?
by Barry KuKes It is kitten season once again in the greater Daytona Beach area, so if you have been thinking about getting a new kitten or cat to keep you company, now would be a great time. Many seniors switch from a dog to a cat as a pet due to increased limitations on […]
Continue readingWhat’s In The Stars
Aries (March 21 to April 19) Impatience is still somewhat of a problem. A sign of progress should soothe the anxious Aries heart. Preparing for the changes ahead. Taurus (April 20 to May 20) Bovines excel at solving problems, not creating them. You risk doing just that if you’re slow to respond to a timely […]
Continue readingGetting The Vaccine Is Easier!
Publix stores are now accept walk-ins for people who want to get a COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccines are available at every pharmacy in the state without an appointment. Publix said people who want to get the vaccine are still able to make an appointment online. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and Sam’s Club are also allowing walk-ins […]
Continue readingThe Joys Of Reminiscing
by Peggy Goldtrap Another week and yet another friend has passed away. Too familiar these days, too sad, too many hours reminiscing. We met when we were ‘all’ young. Like us, and most young families, she and her husband had four tow-headed babies and not much money; we worshipped together, and attended garage sales. We’d […]
Continue readingFor The Love Of His Children…
Twenty years ago, the school system hierarchy began talking of cutting back on the arts in school. One Sunday, I walked into church and saw a quiet lady sitting at the grand piano awaiting time for the services to begin. We introduced ourselves and I had a short conversation with Leigh Slayback, the very pleasant […]
Continue readingOlder Americans Month: May 2021
In tough times, communities find strength in people—and people find strength in their communities. In the past year, we’ve seen this time and again in Volusia & Flagler Counties as friends, neighbors, and businesses have found new ways to support each other. In our community, older adults are a key source of this strength. Through […]
Continue readingCat-Scratch Fever
by Sam Mazzotta Dear Paw’s Corner: My new cat, Corky, is absolutely shredding the fabric legs of my sofa! I buy plenty of toys for him, so why is he so attracted to my expensive furniture? —Leo in Little Rock, Arkansas Dear Leo: Welcome to cat ownership! Shredded furniture frequently comes with the territory. Please […]
Continue readingReuniting Pets & Owners
by Barry KuKes Many people do not think about Halifax Humane So-ciety as a lost and found center, but reuniting lost pets with their owners is a vital part of our mission. Just today, we reunited a Quaker Monk Green Parrot with its owner in Deltona. The parrot was so happy to see its owner […]
Continue readingWhat’s In The Stars
Aries (March 21 to April 19) It isn’t always easy for the rambunctious Aries to give a second thought to their often spur-of-the-moment choices. Recheck a decision before declaring it final. Taurus (April 20 to May 20) Information emerges for the business-driven Bovine who feels ready to restart a project. Be prepared to make adjustments […]
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