Archive for insurance

Editorials

(Editorial) taxpayers subsidizing flood insurance

Hurricane Helene likely caused more than $30 billion worth of damage. Less than two weeks later, Hurricane Milton ... Read more

Columns

Toni Says: The new ‘Medicare & You’ handbook arrives in September

Toni: Recently I enrolled in Medicare and have not received my “Medicare & You” handbook. I’m concerned about ... Read more

Columns

Toni Says: What life insurance plans are offered after age 65?

Hi Toni: You recently wrote an article explaining the hospice issues that you were experiencing regarding your mother. ... Read more

Local News

Commission waves through airport funds

Ongoing improvements at the Cullman Regional Airport received a boost this month, as the Cullman County Commission signed ... Read more

Columns

Toni Says: What health network does Medicare use?

Hi Toni: In September I turn 65. I’m on COBRA from my job, which I retired from in ... Read more

Local News

County employees earn state recognition for playing it safe

Cullman County employees and officials recently earned statewide recognition for their ongoing effort to help reduce workplace accidents ... Read more

Columns

(Toni Says) Changing to a Medicare Advantage plan is stressful

Hello Toni: My question is: If I change to a Medicare Advantage plan in the fall and find ... Read more

Columns

(Toni Says) Are you prepared for a life-changing event?

Hi Toni: Recently, I had a bad car wreck and ended up with a minor concussion from hitting ... Read more

Columns

(Column) Enrolling in Medicare the correct way for federal employees

Hello Toni: I’m turning 65 and not planning to retire until I’m 70. I am a federal employee ... Read more

Editorials

(Editorial) Soaring home, car insurance rates

Most readers by now have experienced the sticker shock when their latest auto and homeowner insurance policies arrive. ... Read more