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October Medicare open enrollment is here. A little comparison shopping could save you a bundle—and help you avoid some nasty surprises. October 16, 2026 — I got some bad news in the mail last week. My Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, SilverScript, informed me that my premium for 2027 would be increasing from $98.30 to $126 a month. That…...
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Krugersdorp is a mining city of about 400,000 people in the West Rand of the Gauteng province of South Africa. Krugersdorp was founded in 1887 and named after Paul Kruger. Gold, iron, and a number of other elements are mined here. The city's municipality has changed the name from Krugersdorp to Mogale City. Photo of Rathaus courtesy of Wikipedia and…...
Crystal Lake is an affluent suburb west of Chicago near the lake of the same name. Crystal Lake was so named because of its cyrstal clear waters. The population was 40,493 in 2014. The Crystal Lakes Park District operates several beautiful parks in the city. The historic downtown district has been revitalized and showcases several examples of the collectible terra…...
Matthews is a fast growing town on the border of South Carolina in the central portion of the state. In 2012, the population was about 29,000 - up dramatically from the 2000 census. It is close to Charlotte so some people commute from here, although there is a considerable amount of industry. Hotels, restaurants, shopping centers, recreational facilities and a…...
Westlake is an upscale surburban community west of Cleveland Ohio. Population is about 32,000. Crocker Park is a popular and growing lifestyle center located on Crocker Road. It is a mixed-use venue with many upscale stores and restaurants, with apartments above the shops. The park is based on a small French town-type setting. Townhouses are located on the southwest corner.…...