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Sunday Drive: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets an electric upgrade

The Grand Cherokee in the Jeep line has become quite a luxurious family hauler, a change over the years from what many were using as a pure trail machine for the likes of the Moab off-roading trails. Don’t get us wrong; the new Grand Cherokee can still conquer many of the obstacles in ...

NWAOR: Using real estate to protect against inflation

As inflation soars, everyone is paying more for everyday goods and services. Inflation hit a four-decade high of 9.1% in June followed by an only slightly better rate of 8.5% in July. Renters, in particular, are feeling the strain of the rising prices. The rent on a Salt Lake City two-bedroom ...

Fischer: Small town living has its charms, but isn’t for me

Back in the summer of ’75 in a little town called Crockett’s Bluff, Arkansas, a young family arrived to explore the possibilities of small-town life. Included in this young family was myself, my parents and eight of my nine siblings (my youngest sibling had not yet transpired). Upon our ...

Tech Matters: Beware new scams targeting job seekers

The so-called Great Resignation is still underway as employees are leaving their jobs in hopes of finding a better one. That might mean less stress, fewer hours, more pay or a chance to pursue their passion. Regardless, the grass isn’t always greener and a new risk for job seekers has ...

Layin’ It on the Line: One huge benefit for annuity owners

Many benefits annuities provide are included at no additional cost or expense. Almost all new annuity contracts provide an immediate benefit. Is it income? Is it safe? Is it freedom from market risk? The answer to those questions is yes! Plus more. That’s the nursing home waiver. Annuity ...

Fischer: Protect your home from watery disasters

“Water, water, everywhere, Nor any drop to drink.” Not only is this an oft-cited line from English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," but it was also a line from yours truly (possibly along with some other expletives) upon opening the door of an unused ...

Tech Matters: What to know before you buy an electric car

With gas prices at record highs, more people are interested in buying an electric vehicle, but going electric comes with its own set of challenges and demands new ways of “fueling up.” You can’t just pull into your corner station and fill the tank, which also means you need to think about ...

Layin’ It on the Line: The disadvantaged retirement sector – women

The fact is both scientific and straightforward: Women live longer than men! For several years, our family worked as volunteers for the food bank. It supplied those in need with weekly baskets of food and other necessities of life. It was very special to help, and we have numerous memories of ...

Sunday Drive: Subaru’s WRX is built for fast fun

Over the years, Subaru has come from being a virtual non-player in the market to being one of the best-selling automakers around with one of the most loyal followings out there. They have done a fantastic job of marketing their products as part of a lifestyle choice and, on top of that, the ...