According to the American Diabetes Association more than 25 million Americans have diabetes, that’s about one in every 12 Americans. November is National and American Diabetes Awareness Month. This month is used to raise awareness and encourage people who have diabetes and those at risk to make healthy lifestyle changes. By adding physical activity and […]
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Why No Shave November Really Matters
The month of October went by in the blink of an eye. We are now in the month of November and that means Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away. November has become notable for another thing besides turkeys and those Thanksgiving feasts that we all love. No Shave November is more than just men […]
Honey Butter Bakery
Honey Butter Bakery offers a wide variety of treats that can fix your sweet tooth. Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, cheesecakes, and much more are all available to be purchased from Honey Butter Bakery. Located in Charlotte, N.C, Honey Butter Bakery is the perfect bakery for customers to place orders for special occasions like weddings, birthdays, […]
Charlotte Hornets Back in the Queen City
Carolinian’s love to show support for their local sports teams. The Charlotte Hornets, the local NBA team is back in town after being in New Orleans for many years. The Charlotte Hornets were established in 1988, but relocated in the 2001-2002 season. After the Hornets had left, the Charlotte Bobcats was created. Many fans were […]
Why Get an Umbrella Policy Before the Holiday Months?
We are nearing the end of October and this means that the holiday months are quickly approaching. During Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s there are always parties and events happening. Many of us like to host events in our own homes and celebrate with friends and family. Parties are meant for everyone to join […]
Plan, Prepare, and Save for College
It is never too early to prepare for your child’s college education. As parents of young children, you often don’t think of how fast college approaches. Getting a college education is becoming increasingly expensive and places financial stress on the family. Students as early as freshmen in high school should become familiar with colleges and […]
Does Your College Bound Student Need Their Own Auto Insurance Policy?
A lot of you know already what it’s like for that first child to move away from home into college. You knew it was coming, so the time has finally come. You are excited and fearful and sad all at the same time. You have a child moving into college. It use to seem so […]
How to Choose the Best Insurance Agent: Independent or Captive
In this day and age we are presented with a lot of options and choices when it comes to which insurance company to choose and which coverage’s and policies we need. In the world of insurance there are generally two types of agents: independent and captive. An independent agent has the ability to offer more […]
Prevent Yourself from Getting the Flu
Even though fall is one of the best times of year, it does come with a major downfall…flu season. According to the Centers for Disease Control flu season begins as early as October. It typically occurs in the fall and peaks in January or February. The best way to protect your-self from getting the flu […]
7 Halloween Safety Tips That You Need to Know
It’s almost that time of year again…Halloween is only a few weeks away! Halloween is super fun for children and adults. It is that one time of year to act silly, dress up in costumes, and venture out to “trick-or-treat” for candy and other goodies. Halloween is the one day out of the year where […]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month-Support Our Local “Cindy’s Hope Chest”
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. By bringing awareness to breast cancer it gives people diagnosed with it hope and support. One out of every eight women will be affected by breast cancer in their lifetime. A common myth is that only women can […]
What Type of Auto Insurance Coverage Do I Need?
Driving is an important part of everyday life because if we couldn’t drive then we would not be able to make it to work, school, or run errands in town. Especially in areas where public transportation is non-existent, driving is crucial. What type of car you buy is important, but also what type of auto […]