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 is with heartfelt gratitude that we recognize the decades of contributions that Rich made to [...]

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 daily basis. Do you dream of retiring early? Retiring early is a goal for many, [...]

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 and Honor Guard as well as family members Paige Yung, Chris Yung’s daughter; Sharon Guindon, [...]

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 seniors to begin slowly, no weights or resistance in the first week. In week two, [...]