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March 12, 2022

Four Major Steps to Prepare for Retirement

Four Major Steps to Prepare for Retirement Article Provided By | ANB “Planning for retirement is like planning for vacation,” says ANB’s Stella Knickerbocker. But this “vacation” can last for decades, so it’s not a decision to make lightly. A Senior Vice President and Trust Officer at ANB who has … [Read more...]

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November 15, 2020

Struggling to Save for Retirement? Focus on What You Can Control

Struggling to Save for Retirement? Focus on What You Can Control Article By Chris Hogan, Ramsey Solutions   Throughout my career, I’ve talked to countless people who sleepwalk through life and have no plan for their financial future. They live in a fantasy land of wishful thinking, assuming the … [Read more...]

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August 12, 2020

Gerald “Coach” Carter Retires From Boys & Girls Club After 31 Years

Gerald "Coach" Carter Retires From Boys & Girls Club After 31 Years Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley Celebration planned for a later date Information provided by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley Following a dedicated career of public service and community … [Read more...]

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August 26, 2019

Retirement: Have You Started Planning

Retirement: Have You Started Planning Article By | Debbie Bloyd There are so many things you need to consider as you approach retirement. Waiting until the last minute without a plan is a BAD idea. I get it, time sneaks up on you and it is really hard to get a handle on the costs of things that … [Read more...]

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April 30, 2019

5 smart ways you can catch up on retirement savings

5 smart ways you can catch up on retirement savings By Chris Hogan Time seems to fly past us like a speeding train. It can feel like you graduated from high school yesterday, but then you blink and get an email about your twenty-fifth reunion. Another blink and you have tenure at work and two kids … [Read more...]

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June 24, 2017

Dear Jen feat. Jen Zweiacker

Dear Jen, My name is Phillip and my wife and I just moved to the area to be closer to our grandkids. I retired in the fall of 2015 at the age of 67. Frankly, retirement is not what I expected and I often find myself looking for things to do during the day. My wife watches HGTV and all of the shows … [Read more...]

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June 23, 2017

You’re Retired. Need Something To Do?

There is a preconceived notion that people are just waiting for the day where they can simply retire and travel the world. That seems to be a distant dream since most people cannot maintain that lifestyle solely off of social security checks. According to the Social Security Administration, the full … [Read more...]

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June 21, 2017

5 Smart Ways You Can Catch Up On Retirement Savings by Chris Hogan

by Chris Hogan A popular and dynamic speaker on the topics of personal finance, retirement and leadership, Chris Hogan helps people across the country develop successful strategies to manage their money, both in their personal lives and businesses. His new book, Retire Inspired: It’s Not an Age; … [Read more...]

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Free Screening Think Pink Mammogram Every 2nd Friday Of The Month

Free Screening Think Pink Mammogram Every 2nd Friday Of The Month Information courtesy of | Pink Alliance PINK ALLIANCE MANAGES A “THINK PINK” MAMMOGRAM PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AREA BREAST HEALTH COMMUNITY PARTNERS Provides funding for FREE screening mammograms to women and men who live … [Read]

BUG OFF: Tips For Preventing And Treating Bites This Summer

BUG OFF: Tips For Preventing And Treating Bites This Summer Article By | Lasha Markham for VITAL RECORD Read the full Article HERE Enjoy the outdoors this season with expert tips on preventing and caring for common bug bites There are many things which define a Southern summer: sweet tea, … [Read]

10 Doctor-Recommended Health Resolutions for 2026

10 Doctor-Recommended Health Resolutions for 2026 Article and Photo courtesy of | StatePoint Media With a new year ahead, the American Medical Association (AMA) is offering Americans 10 evidence-based tips for staying healthy in 2026 and beyond: • Get health screenings: Schedule preventive … [Read]

Senior Socials: Gardening Workshop April 8th

Senior Socials: Gardening Workshop April 8th Information courtesy of | City of Bryan Are you 55 or older and interested in adding wildflowers to your garden? Join our Senior Social on Tuesday, April 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Neal Recreation Center. The social will feature a workshop led by Stephen … [Read]

Take Heart: Know Your Heart Attack Risks And How To Reduce Them

Take Heart: Know Your Heart Attack Risks And How To Reduce Them Information courtesy of | Texas A&M Health During a season when chocolate hearts often steal center stage, American Heart Month also calls for a look inward. As the root cause of heart attacks, heart disease makes up the leading … [Read]

College Station Adult Sports Registration & More Programs

College Station Adult Sports Registration & More Programs Information courtesy of | College Station Parks & Recreation Get out of the house and get into the game with our Spring Adult Sports leagues! Registration is now open for Softball, Kickball, Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, and … [Read]

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