Deputy Eric Blake has recently retired with twenty-six years of service from the Broward Sheriff’s Office. His latest assignment was as a School Resource Deputy in Parkland BSO where the students loved him so much that they created, “Deputy Blake Day” to celebrate his positive impact on them. The Broward Deputy Sheriffs Association, I.U.P.A. Local [...]
I have crossed a line. This line separates an active career from a life of not getting up at any specific time, having my coffee wherever I want it, taking lunch when and where I want to, and busying myself with projects I choose, rather than those others have prioritized for me. I have crossed [...]
If you find yourself without health insurance due to early retirement, filling in your coverage gap is essential. Going without health insurance can have devastating consequences for your finances and your health. Read on to find out how to protect yourself and mitigate cos
OKLAHOMA CITY - Retirement specialist Jim McWhirter joined the News 9 team to discuss the best ways to enjoy your summer while staying safe in the heat.
At the close of Police Week, President Cabral honored Mrs. Rich Roberts with the Quill and Badge Award, awarded to her husband, Mr. Rich Roberts, I.U.P.A.’s PIO, posthumously. Rich began working for the I.U.P.A. in 1995 and served as PIO until his retirement in 2017. On this, in his award letter, President Cabral stated, “It [...]
Many retirees constantly worry about how much money they are spending. After all, once you retire, you no longer can count on a paycheck arriving every week. Fortunately, there are many ways to avoid overspending. So if you’re retired or planning to retire soon, here are some ways to cut costs and save money on a [...]
I.U.P.A. Local Prince William County Police Association has a wreath laying ceremony every year at the start of Police Week at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Every year, they lay wreaths in honor of fallen officers with members of their families. This year, attendees included the Prince William County Police Department Chief of Police [...]
Many area septuagenarians, and at least one 91-year-old, regularly run area road races and many bicycle more than 50 miles in a day. Most seniors need to maintain fitness to avoid injury, maintain muscle mass and cardiovascular fitness. Starting slow is a key, said Ashtabula County YMCA Fitness Coordinator Bonnie Konczal. “I always urge my [...]
What do you see yourself doing at 93 years old? If you thought you’d still be working, you have a lot in common with L.C. “Buckshot” Smith. The Camden Police officer is known as Arkansas’ oldest law enforcement officer, and he’s made the news nationally and even internationally. But the time has come to move [...]
Once you’ve entered retirement, you’ll need to have a plan for your retirement savings account. Ideally, you’ll utilize these savings in a way that can make your nest egg last for years to come — but not everyone makes the most savvy moves upon retirement.