A credit card skimmer is a portable device that attaches on top or in front of a legitimate scanner. The skimmer passively records your card data when you insert your card in the real scanner. Card thieves often temporarily attach these skimmers to gas pumps or ATMs. Check out the tips below and exercise caution… Read more »
During the past month I watched more baseball than I have in a long time. While I usually watch some of the World Series, it was normally sporadic most years. But this year was different. I sensed that something was in the air. What was in the air was a team that faced elimination five times… Read more »
I’ve shared with some that I took my mom up to Lynchburg to see a pain specialist a couple Fridays ago. On the way up, she and I shared many stories. One of the stories was about her and my Dad’s early marriage. Dad had built their house (by hand), he and mom moved in,… Read more »
Recently I had to take my mom out of town for a doctor visit. We were in the car for hours, and it was good to catch up on the past, the present, and the future (my mom, who is 84, is always thinking of the future). On our way home, we stopped at Cracker… Read more »
We all take pride and satisfaction in taking care of customers. Helping them buy a house? Big adrenaline rush! Moving that large commercial checking account and loan? Let’s party! But what about the little things? How about resetting an online banking account or fixing a debit card issue at a person’s local office? Or unlocking… Read more »
The trees are beginning to shed their colorful fall leaves, and before we know it, the Appalachian mountains will be dusted with snow. In addition to holidays and hot cocoa, winter also brings a harsh chill which tends to result in some increased expenses. Here are 12 tips to help you save money (and energy!)… Read more »
Vacations give you a different perspective. They take you out of the normal – physically and otherwise. I have a few stories that I will share during the coming weeks, but I want to start with one that inspired me as I did my morning walks. One morning, I saw a man being rolled out… Read more »
If you are of a certain age or into sports, the title above strikes a bell with you: Muhammad Ali – who called himself and was called by others, “the Greatest Fighter of All Time”. Ali did and does arouse many emotions from folks – from the brash Cassius Clay winning his first championship to… Read more »
What is your favorite Biscuit from Hardees? The other morning, Jenna was mentioning to me a lady who works at the Wise Hardee’s. She shared that every time goes by, the lady is cheerful, helpful, and happy. I have noticed her too. Think about this lady’s morning. Up at 3:00 AM (likely). Off to work… Read more »
I recently attended an event in Bristol of a regional group that has been working on a name that could be used to market the entire region (East TN, SWVA). The name “Tri-Cities” is basically limited to Bristol, Kingsport, and Johnson City, and there are many “Tri-Cities” around the country (for example, Tri-Cities in Virginia… Read more »
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