Out and About Blog by Norm Stutesman

Some bees can fly as fast as 15 miles per hour, depending on their species and wing shape. Weather and wind can also speed them up or slow them down. Their quick flights help them gather food more efficiently. In the quiet village of Sinchon, South Korea, one grandmother’s persistence turned her into a national symbol of determination. Cha Sa-soon …

As promised, here are some ways to save money on your home utilities: — Dynamic Pricing. There are two states that mandate that electricity prices vary based on peak vs. off-peak times, but more and more utilities are putting such programs in place on their own. If rates are discounted at night, then that would be the time to run …

Last week I offered suggestions on how to save money when shopping for groceries. I hope you found at least one of the suggestions helpful. We recently purchased a new refrigerator. It seems our previous one only lasted thirty years. We’ve been told that the new one might last ten or fifteen. That’s progress for you. In order for appliances …

Welcome to September! It’s Labor Day 2025, which means it is time for the gentlemen out there to put away the white shoes and white shorts for the summer. You’ll be seeing fewer Illinois and Indiana license plates at the local lakes and soon the docks will be placed back on the shoreline and boats will be getting their winter …

This is the last week of my second session of “Heart Healthy” at the Beacon Wellness Pavilion. We will have the week of Labor Day off before we start the next six-week session. Taking on this Cardio-Rehab program was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ve had an on-and-off membership at Health TRAC for several years and would …

A brief reminder about the upcoming open house at the American Legion this Saturday, August 23. The open house will run from noon until 4 PM and will include a demonstration by the Post Honor Guard, an opportunity to tour the Legion, get some interesting information on the Legion, plus hot dogs and brats, and something to drink. The bar …

A reminder about the Open House, Saturday, August 23, at American Legion Hice-Shutes Post #170, 59990 South Main Street, just outside the Three Rivers city limits. The purpose of this Open House is to make the public aware of just what the American Legion is all about. The American Legion exists to provide the needed support for all veterans of …

The public is cordially invited to an Open House, Saturday, August 23, at American Legion Hice-Shutes Post #170, 59990 South Main Street, just outside the Three Rivers city limits. There will be plenty of things to do for the entire family. A Bounce House for the kids and Brats and Hot Dogs for everyone. The American Legion Honor Guard will …

Look at your zipper. See the initials YKK? It stands for Yoshida Kogyo Kabushibibaisha, the world’s largest zipper manufacturer. A few Ponderisms: — I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes. — Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing. — All of …

I am proud to have served my country for a total of five years. I served two years in the Army National Guard then enlisted in the Regular Army for three years, being discharged in July, 1967. My time in the military gave me the opportunity to grow up. I enjoyed my three years of active duty and was very …