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OUR RELIABLE, COURTEOUS STAFF From left to right: Jason Rice, Owner Ralph Rice, Ron Walton, Alex Fino and Matt Rice

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Direct Appliance & Electronics

By Gail M. Williams

Buying locally is better, not only for the store, but also for the customers and the community. Direct Appliance & Electronics, in business since 1996, is proud to be one of the locally owned stores in this area. “I’ve been telling...... Full story

Trade in your old hearing aids for new technology like the wireless hearing aid and remote pictured here.

Miracle-Ear Offers Trade-In Event

Miracle-Ear Center

Miracle-Ear Hearing Center of Odessa will be hosting a Trade-In Event during the month of February. “New advances in hearing aid technology make this a great time to trade in your old hearing aids,” says Kay Scroggins, Odessa’s...... Full story

Outdoor living design consultant Larry England sits next to a computer design that he created. The customer can click through, zoom in and out, and display the design in daylight or darkness. For more information, call American Home Improvement at 432-550-7224.

Turn Your Backyard into Usable Living Space

American Home Improvement

By Gail M. Williams

The yard comes with the house, but most of us seldom use or enjoy our outdoor space to the fullest. Sometimes, it seems as though the only time we’re out there is to prune, plant, water or otherwise work. But what if you had access to a...... Full story

Long Term Care Can Keep You Out of a Nursing Home

Senior Planning Services Can Help

Many people think that long term care insurance is primarily used to pay for nursing home care, but THE FACT IS a good long term care insurance policy (LTCI) actually may help keep you OUT of a nursing home. Senior Planning Services not only...... Full story

Making Your Dream Castle a Reality

Castleridge Estates Phase II

Nearly 90 home sites are now available for purchase in Castle Ridge Estates Phase II, a 30-acre subdivision located off Highway 191 between Billy Hext and Faudree Road. Owners Eldon and Bonnie Blount of Blount Construction are ecstatic to see their...... Full story

Thinking About Selling? Now Is the Time for Brick Repairs

George Rood Masonry

By Gail M. Williams

In most cases, the need for a home repair is obvious. A ceiling that leaks right on top of you or a bathtub that won’t drain gets your attention immediately. But a far less obvious problem can cause more damage — and far more often goes...... Full story

Walk-in Tubs Combine Safety and Therapy

Re-Bath of West Texas

By Gail M. Williams

Those of us who are growing older — as well as many of us who are not so old — find that there is nothing better for aching joints than a warm soak in a jetted tub. Whether you’re a senior citizen or an athlete in training,...... Full story

Insulated siding results in warmth, energy savings

First Choice Construction

By Gail M. Williams

December showed us exactly what sort of weather we can expect this winter – bitter winds, freezing temperatures and even snow accumulation. Insulated siding from First Choice Construction can help you stay warmer indoors and lower your energy...... Full story

Locally owned, community-minded, service-oriented

Direct Appliance & Electronics

By Gail M. Williams

Miracle-Ear Demonstrates Latest Technology

Miracle-Ear

Miracle-Ear Hearing Center will be hosting an Open House during the month of January to demonstrate the latest technology available from Miracle-Ear. Free audiometric evaluations and video otoscope exams will be performed, and you will have the...... Full story

Happy New Year and Thanks to Our Customers

American Home Improvement

The New Year is a time associated with celebration and good luck. At American Home Improvement, we remember and celebrate our customers for continuing to choose us for their home improvement needs year after year, and our staff for their commitment...... Full story

Millions ($1,000,000 +) Saved!

My name is Michael Melson with Melson and Associates, and we want to thank you for your support and trust during the last 11 years! We help people qualify for the Medicaid nursing home benefits program while preserving most or all of their assets....... Full story

Back, left to right: Kaylee Bollier, Paige Moon, Michelle Burditt, Jamie Ricks, Gina Bell, Rachel Metcalf and Delia Lincoln Center, left to right: Claudia Galindo and Marilyn Feemster Front: Owners Jane and Lee Williams

Building Trust in Business Relationships

Snelling Staffing

In a society filled with Super Committee failures, rampant Ponzi schemes, continual terror threats and pervasive identity theft, you may rightfully be tempted to ask, “Whom can I trust?” The truth is, trust is a rare thing —...... Full story

Wishing You a Bright and Merry Christmas

Danny’s Asphalt and Paving

Christmas is an exciting time of year when we decorate our homes, invite friends and family, and share our joy with each other. However, along with that Christmas spirit comes wintry weather. Already, before the official first day of winter,...... Full story

Brighten Their New Year with a Safety Tub

Re-Bath of West Texas

As our parents and grandparents grow older, safety stands high on the list of gifts we wish we could give them. Brighten their new year by giving them the gift of a new safety tub from Re-Bath of West Texas. Right now is a good time to call Re-Bath...... Full story