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Applications open for Christmas food baskets
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The Frederick Fire Department is accepting applications for Christmas food baskets. Applications may be submitted from now through Dec.
U.S. declares war on Japan
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On Dec. 8, 1941, President Franklin Roosevelt requests, and receives, a declaration of war against Japan after the attack at Pearl Harbor.
Drive sober this holiday season
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December is National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month. The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is described by the National Association of Drug Court Professionals as “One of the deadliest and most dangerous times on America’s roadways due to an increase in impaired driving.”
SWRE Members give back a quarter of a million dollars
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Southwest Rural Electric’s charitable foundation, Operation Round Up (ORU), awarded a total of $41,650 in grants to the following groups and organizations in 2023: 1.First Methodist Church of Vernon Mission Kitchen 2.Vernon Meals on Wheels 3.Wilbarger Co. Child Welfare Board 4.Wilbarger St.
December is “Operation Santa Paws” month
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Celebrate “Operation Santa Paws” Dec. 1 – 24. “Operation Santa Paws” encourages anyone who loves animals to think about donating to their local shelters. Whether that’s a monetary donation, a bag of food, a blanket, or even your time to play with, read to, or walk shelter animals – shelters are in need. The winter months are especially hard on shelters. With colder weather, the needs of the animals increase.
5 tips to make saving money a habit
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(StatePoint) It’s no secret that saving money is hard. Millions of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck and four out of 10 have less than $400 in savings.
Holidays can inspire change
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As we near the year’s end, it is normal to reflect on the days and months lived and to ask, “how did I do this year?” New Years is traditionally the time to make personal goals. ‘Where do I want to go? What do I want to accomplish this year?’ Physical health, relationships, education/career development, finances, and ‘being my best self,’ are often areas of focus for our resolutions. All are good areas to evaluate and try to improve.
Another expensive holiday season
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Last week, Americans unfortunately felt the crushing weight of inflation once again as they prepared Thanksgiving dinners for their family, friends and loved ones. Already forced to get by on tight budgets, continued inflation is causing holiday cooking and shopping to still be a stressor on households nationwide.
How to manage holiday spending
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‘Tis the season for spending. Holiday gifts, decorations, special meals and travel can take a toll on anyone’s budget. Oklahoma State University Extension has tips to help consumers keep their spending in check.