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How to Choose the Right BBQ Grill for Labor Day

Nothing compares to cooking on an open flame. Whether you're roasting mouth-watering vegetables or grilling juicy steak kabobs, the barbecue is perfect for sealing in the natural flavor. If you are looking to join the millions who already enjoy the barbecue life, or want to replace or upgrade their equipment, a little homework may be in order before being met with the dozens of choices available. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) offers a factsheet for grill buying to help narrow down the seemingly endless possibilities. Charcoal or Gas? Stainless Steel or Cast Aluminum? $150 or $500? What's Your BBQ Budget? Setting a budget is a realistic place to begin, as some barbecue grills can cost $1,000+. A good way to establish a budget is to decide where you will be using your grill (backyard, patio, apartment balcony) and consider your space restrictions. This will help narrow down some of the choices and perhaps set a price range for you in the process. The Big B…

Generator Buyer’s Guide + How to Use a Generator (Safely!)

Generators can be your salvation during a power outage or in locations without electricity but figuring out which generator its best for you can be an intimidating process. Here’s our buying guide on how get a generator that suits your needs and some important tips for safe operation. Determine Your Power Priorities Generator sizes are measured in watts. It’s helpful to start by making a list of all the things you want to keep running during an outage. Often this list will include: Refrigerator Window AC Unit Lights Portable Heater Personal Electronics Typically, a 5000-watt generator is recommended to cover the basics. Manufacturers often have wattage estimate guides online to help you determine precisely your energy needs. Honda has a great one here: https://powerequipment.honda.com/generators/generator-wattage-estimation-guide Determine Which Kind of Generator You Need There are three main kinds of generators. Portable generators are a great value for your mone…

Hurricane Preparation Made Easy

The best time to prepare your personal emergency plan and make sure it is up to date is before you need it. This doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some easy ways to be prepared for the next hurricane: The first step to being prepared for a Hurricane is to know the common terms used in forecasts. A “Watch” means that a hurricane or tropical storm are possible. A “Warning” means that the storm is expected. Hurricane warnings usually are issued 36 hours in advance of tropical storm force winds. The eye of the storm is a clear, sometimes well-defined center of the storm. While there are calmer conditions in the eye, this doesn’t mean the storm is over. The area surrounding the eye is where some of the most severe weather is with the highest wind speed and largest precipitation. Rain bands come off the storm and produce severe weather conditions, such as heavy rain, wind, and even tornadoes. A storm surge is the result of ocean water swelling as a result of the storm. Th…

Find Your Next Pet in the Classifieds

The classifieds are a great place to find a pet. Many pet owners and breeders use the classifieds to let others know their dog, cat, fish bird, turtle or snake needs a new home. Look for Adult Pets You can skip the house breaking puppy phase by buying an adult dog. When adult pets are sold, it is often because the owners are moving and can’t take the pet with them. This usually means the pet will come with its own toys, cage, or tank, even food. Also, ask for their vet’s contact info, so your vet can get your pet’s health information. As long as you are reading the classifieds, it’s a good time to look for additional pet accessories. Hamster cages, dog kennels, and cat trees can all be found in usable condition. Just be sure to thoroughly clean any used items before giving them to your pet. Find a Reputable Breeder When using the classifieds to find a pet, check that the breeder is running a good operation where the animals are in good health and not living in filthy condi…

Art In the Attic at MCA

ART in the Attic 2020 Announces VIP Ticket Prices and Time Slots WE now have 3 different time slots to help minimize the crowd and to practice social distancing. Please select the time that your prefer. Masks are required. We have a supply in case you need one. Guest will be required to wear a face masks and gloves will be provided. If an item is touched, but not purchased, we ask guests to place the item on a table to be sanitized. Don’t miss this first look, first buy VIP reception! You won’t believe the art we’ve collected. Start or expand your art collection with some great finds!!! New this year: A Pop-Up Artists’ Market! Visit our courtyard and meet some MCA artist members who will have their old art pieces for sale at great prices! To help ensure social distancing and other best practices we have established 3 ticket times to keep the attendance to 30 at each hour. Choose from 4-5, 5-6, 6-7 pm. $20 for MCA Members $25 for Non Members Click Here to Purchase Tick…

Broadway Under the Stars at the Ocala Civic Theatre!

Held at on our Outdoor Stage Join us for a theatrical concert featuring some of OCT’s best-known performers! This 90-minute concert with no intermission will be held on our brand-n ew outdoor stage behind the theatre. Seating is limited and safely distanced at small tables (up to groups of four) on the patio around the stage. There will be outdoor concessions. Featuring old and new favorites from "All Shook Up," "Annie Get Your Gun," "Big Fish," "Cinderella," "Dear Evan Hansen," "Guys and Dolls," "Into the Woods," "Mean Girls," "On the Town," "Seussical," "Songs for a New World," "The Sound of Music," "Sweet Charity," "You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown," and more! Dates: Thursday, July 23 Friday, July 24 Saturday, July 25 Thursday, July 30 Friday, July 31 Saturday, August 1 Location: Ocala Civic Theatre Time: 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM On Sale: June 30 | Tickets: $20 each Reservations available by phone or online only PLEASE NOTE Physical tickets will not be printed. You wi…

Looking For Work? We Can Help!

Looking for a job is the easiest part of the process. Our classifieds offer several pages devoted to listing vacant job positions. Being well-prepared, though, is a little more demanding. There will probably be a lot of competition for the job, and you will need to find ways to be better-prepared than most. Resume Having a very good resume will immediately increase your chances of getting the job. Make sure you use good quality paper, a good font style and size, and write a very cordial and interesting cover letter. These documents are your introduction to the employer and will be their first impression of you. Therefore, you have to make sure you seem an organized and methodical person. Tailor every resume to the job you are applying for, a generic one will not do. Use a standard format and include all the relevant details of your education, training and past employment. Remember, you want to sound like the right person for the job, so show the employer why they should choose…

5 Things You Should Buy After Buying a New Home

If you’ve just bought a house…congratulations! You’ve survived the offer, the home inspection, mortgage application, financing, closing! Now it’s time to make that house your home. Keys and Locks Many people don’t think of this, but it’s a great idea to replace the locks or “rekey” them so that the old keys no longer work. Changing locks is easy to do, but you can hire a locksmith if you’d prefer to leave it to experts. This is also a good time to find a great “hiding” place for a key so you don’t get locked out. Under the doormat is way too easy to figure out. You never know who has a copy of the old key. They may have left some with friends and family, or loaned it out to an ex-roommate. They might even have a spare for themselves. Even if you’re buying a new home, contractors who worked on the home might also have keys. Now, there are some fun options for door locks. They have Keyless Entry door locks, which allow you to program in codes for people…this eliminates the ne…

Drive-In Movies: They’re BACK!

Do you remember going to the drive-in movies? They were a big thing once…and they are coming back! What can be more fun than pulling up in your car with your family, turning on the radio to the right station, and preparing to watch two movies…all from the comfort of your own car? What’s even better…you can bring blankets, babies, and adjust the volume to your desires! Most drive ins also have concession stands, so you don’t even have to go hungry. If you’re going to the movies in this new old method, there are a few things you might want to take with you: Folding Chairs (Just in case you want to sit outside of your car.) Air loungers are good, too! A Cooler With Drinks. Some theatres might charge if you bring your own food and drink, but it doesn’t hurt to have them! Coffee is good when it’s a double-show, especially since the second one might not even start until late night Supper and You’re keeping awake until late so it’s everything about the carbs. You can’t turn …

What Makes a Classic Car?

Great, vintage, collectible or downright old car? How would you know the distinction, and exactly when does a more seasoned vehicle become an amazingly classic vehicle? For the most part it depends upon who you ask: various vehicle clubs, collectors, countries, and insurance agencies have different methods of deciding whether a vehicle qualifies as a classic car. The essential attributes of a classic vehicle are age, condition and uniqueness among different vehicles. How do you classify these cars? Antique – A vehicle more than 45 years old. Classic – A vehicle made at least 20 years prior to the current year. This definition is accepted by most state DMV’s. CCCA Classic – A “fine” or “distinctive” automobile, either American or foreign built, produced between 1925 and 1948 as defned by the Classic Car Club of America. Vintage – A vehicle made between 1919 and 1930. Is your classic car valuable? To be valuable and extraordinary, it must also be in great condition an…