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Tax Reform & Estate Planning
Legal Matters presented by Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning At the time I am writing this article, no one knows exactly what will happen with tax reform. However, it appears that the estate tax exemption will be significantly increased. Presently, estate taxes are not a worry for the average Alabamian as the exemption limit was …
Promoting Your Child’s Independence—and Why You Must
Healthy Living Many older adults say that today’s children are spoiled. While it is true that we parents are now giving our children far more material possessions and commercial entertainment than most of us received, the greater harm to our children’s development is that we tend to foster their dependence upon us. Not only do …
2018 Opportunity to Invest in Saving Lives
Mission Makers 2018 Opportunity to Invest in Saving Lives: Alabama Teen Challenge We need your assistance this new year to continue helping those in need of recovery. Since 1958, Teen Challenge has been the most successful rehabilitation program in the world. So, ask yourself this question; Do I want to partner in my giving to …
Time with God in 2018: A Fruitful Connection
Special Feature When You said, “Seek My face,” My heart said to You, “Your face, Lord, I will seek.” Psalms 27:8 The scriptures, especially the Psalms of David, are replete with references about spending time in communion with God. Most believers don’t have to be persuaded of the importance of a regular, healthy devotional life, …
Senior Pet Health
Two by 2 As your pet ages – their healthcare needs become greater. Since pets age at a faster rate than humans, we recommend a veterinary examination with testing every six months after your pet reaches age seven to ensure your older pet is happy, healthy and pain-free. Good senior pet health care requires attention to …
Comforts of Home with the Security of Community Living: Regency Retirement Village
Senior Scene “A Family Caring for Families” is the motto of Homewood’s Regency Retirement Village which offers affordable Independent and Assisted Living as well as Specialty Care Assisted Living (Memory Care). “Our area seniors and their families trust our community as their choice for quality and compassionate care, because we understand that you deserve a …
Photo Fun: Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic
“Joy to the World” Maggie Baldwin (front right) and Connor Cameron (back right) portray Mary and Joseph accompanied by angels Sam Niedermeier (front left) and Stella Ferlisi (back left) dressed in white in the Homewood Christmas Parade. The Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School students shared the Reason for the Season traveling on a brightly …
Photo Fun with Daniel Cason
Photo Fun “God’s Love in Action!” Eye exams, haircuts, a delicious meal, and groceries were just a few of the ways Daniel Cason ministries recently helped those in need in our community. Learn more at www.danielcason.org .
Should We Reconsider What “Retirement” Means?
Money Matters presented by Vision Financial An executive transitions into a consulting role at age 62 and stops working altogether at 65; then, he becomes a buyer for a church network at 69. A corporate IT professional decides to conclude her career at age 58; she serves as a city council member in her sixties, …
