College is expensive enough without finding out too late that an accident or theft isn’t covered under your current policies. So, as you get your children ready to head off to school for their Spring semester, there’s one vital “to-do” to add to your list (other than writing that tuition check): a review of your … More
Many car insurance companies promote taking defensive driving courses to lower your premium. These discounts are not always as large as you may hope they would be. Everyone is vying to cut their expenses as much as possible so every little bit counts. Here’s a list of the cheapest self-paced online defensive driving courses that … More
Black ice can be scary and quite dangerous when walking around or driving during winter. Check out this slideshow to avoid injuries/accidents this winter.
Polar-Bear Plunge: Crazy? Rejuvenating? Both? You’ve seen these people on the news or in your local paper. Maybe you’ve seen them in person at a local park or beach in winter. Maybe you’re even one of them. Who are they? And why are they jumping into a freezing body of water? The … More
There’s a lot of pressure to make resolutions to achieve in the new year. Unfortunately, many of us end up failing not too long after. Hence this video:
Thankfully, we have only had light snow in the Springfield area this year. To avoid injuries when shoveling snow use the following tips: 1. Stretch first. Shoveling can be moderate exercise especially when it accumulates. You want to prepare your body for this workout. 2. Maintain proper posture. Use your leg muscles as much as … More
National Haiku Poetry Day 2014
Giving During the Holidays Without Getting Taken Every year during the holidays, people in Springfield look for ways to give gifts, not just to family and friends but to those less fortunate. It’s the spirit of the season. Unfortunately, some of the charities out there don’t help people as fully as they claim – … More
Do You Need Winter Tires? You know it’s coming. Snow and slush. Freezing rain. Maybe even black ice. But do you know if your tires are ready for all of that? When driving in Springfield in the wintertime, your tires just might be the most important safety feature on your car. The … More
Holiday Safety Tips for Springfield Pets The holidays have arrived in Springfield! For those with one or more four-legged friends in the house, it’s time to go over some safety tips. After all, you want all of your family members to enjoy the festivities – even the furry ones. The American Society for the … More
