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Elderly drivers more common, causing more accidents Advances in science, nutrition, societal infrastructure and health care allow us to live longer than ever before. The average U.S. life span is now 78.7 years (76 for men, 81 for women). This means that, in essence, our country’s population is skewing older. The United States Census Bureau estimates that America’s population of residents aged 65 or older will reach more than 83 million by the year 2050; this represents almost twice the 2012…

Kim Westad is from Sarasota, Florida. She is currently 41 years old. Kim Graduated with a BFA from the fine arts school at The University of Connecticut. Kim started out working as a graphic designer for a few years but she got bored of sitting in front of a computer all day. So Kim took a pottery class suggested by a friend. After taking a pottery class she started doing pottery instead of doing graphic design. Kim has said that she wants to create well crafted, heirloom quality pieces. It is…

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” A question most of us receive and ask throughout our lives many times. When I was younger my answer was always prefaced with a “maybe.” Maybe a Veterinarian, maybe a Psychologist, a Social Worker, a Physical Therapist, a Yoga teacher, a Massage Therapist. I have explored the possibility of many of these things and pursued a few, learning that I do not have the stomach to be a vet, or the tough exterior it takes to be a social worker. I also learned…

We all have moments where we tend to come across a certain thing that might suddenly light up a memory that brings joy to one’s heart. It may usually be put somewhere that it can be seen at all times or put away for some reason. It is the type of certain object that can instantly make someone stop what they are doing and have them sit and relive the memory over and over again in their head wishing they could experience it all over again. Who would not want to have something to approach when they…

FCCI Insurance Company, originally a monoline workers’ compensation carrier, was established in Sarasota, Florida in 1959. FCCI now insures policyholders in multiple commercial lines in 20 different states and the District of Colombia. The company takes pride in its ability to mature agency relationships, provide incredible customer service, and maintain a local presence in each represented territory with field employees. Company executives emphasize the importance of employee investments and…

Go ‘Green’ at FishHawk Ranch Searching for a new custom Florida home can take time. Given the choice, most of us prefer to slow down the process and research our options. Some of us, however, aren’t as lucky. We’re the ones who must make expedited moving decisions due to jobs, family issues or even retirement sneaking up on us. Regardless of whether you should’ve decided yesterday where to buy your new home, or have time to deliberate between choices, we at ICI Homes can help you make that…

at the daycare? Are you worried about abuse or neglect at the daycare center? If your child has been hurt at a daycare center, contact Heintz & Becker now. Our attorneys represent those who have been injured in day care facilities in Bradenton, Sarasota, and nearby areas in Florida. Call us for a free consultation now at 941-748-2916 or contact us online. We are here to…

Venice is a planned retirement community located on the Gulf of Mexico, just south of Sarasota. It was developed as a retirement community by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers all the way back in 1925. Venice's location allows it to offer residents a comfortable climate for much of the year. Even in winter, temperatures average a little over 71 degrees. Why choose an assisted living community in Venice, Florida? An assisted living facility can enhance seniors quality of life by…

Insurance companies are big business, and today they are big data too. These corporations specialize in understanding risk—and if they don’t want to provide insurance to you because of an activity or occupational choice, it may be important to take note of that. The insurance companies have access to enormous amounts of information, and if they are worried—basically we should be too. It can’t come as much of a surprise to anyone though that distracted driving has caught the attention of the…

quickly showed that he had a natural talent for the sport. By the age of 16 Sosa go into the texas rangers, where he agreed on a salary of $3,500. Sosa used a little of that money to buy a bike and he gave the rest to his mother. In 1986 Sosa came to Sarasota, Florida, United States, and he made his professional debut in minor league team in the Gulf Coast League. After showing his skills on the field Sosa was traded to the Chicago White Sox. In his first season he hit 15 home runs and stole 32…