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6 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, April 2, 2009 SAVVY SENIOR CROSSWORD Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any special computers out there designed for senior citizens My 70-year-old mother would like to get a home computer so she can use the Internet and e-mail, but she’s not computer savvy at all. Computer Shopping Cindy Dear Cindy, There are actually several seniorriendly options on the market that can elp your mother join the computer age. ere’s what you should know. Senior Computers For your mom and seniors like her who would like to get a home computer but have little or no computer experience, a SeniorPC is the best way to go. These are Hewlett-Packard (HP) computers offered through Microsoft that come equipped with simplified software that makes browsing the Web, sending e-mails and creating letters and files about as easy as it gets. These computers also come with a variety of memory games for keeping the brain sharp, medication-management software that provides reminders of when and what medication to take and a wide range of accessibility features that make them easier to see, hear and operate. Priced at under $1,300, SeniorPCs are available as desktops or laptops, and each comes with an HP color printer. And for an additional cost, you can get an oversized keyboard or trackball mouse that makes typing and mouse use easier. For more information, visit www.microsoft.com/enable/aging/seniorpc.aspx or call 1-888-640-1999. MSN TV Another option to consider that will let your mom access the Web and send and receive e-mails is the MSN TV 2 (www.msntv.com; 1-866-466-7688). This is a small box with a wireless keyboard and remote control that hooks up to her TV and into her existing phone line. While this system is limited to Internet and e-mail use, it is very user-friendly and costs only $200, plus a monthly service fee of $10 to $22. You can get a refurbished unit for $150. E-mail only If your mom doesn’t feel comfortable with the SeniorPC or MSN TV options, she can still join the e-mail world with a Celery (www.mycelery.com; 1-866-692- 3537), which lets her receive e-mails, pictures and documents, as well as send handwritten letters as e-mails, all without a computer. It uses a color fax/ printer connected to a standard phone line instead of a computer. How does it work Sending an e-mail to a Celery is just like sending one to any other e-mail address. After you send your mom an e-mail, Celery calls her announcing she has a message being sent and is automatically printed out on paper. Then to reply, she simply handwrites a letter putting your name in block print at the top. She then places the letter into her Celery, pushes two buttons and the letter is sent to your e-mail address as an image document. The system uses handwriting-recognition software to match your name to an e-mail address stored in her Celery address book. And to eliminate spam, Celery delivers messages only from people you allow. The cost is $119 for the fax/ printer machine and a monthly service fee of $14 or $140 per year. Another neat device to check out is the Presto (www.presto.com; 1-866- 428-0970). This is similar to the Celery where your mom can receive printed e-mails, photos and even newsletters without a computer, but this device doesn’t offer a way to respond, unless she does it the old fashioned way – by telephone. Presto works using a special HP printer called the Printing Mailbox, which costs $150, plus a service fee that starts at $12.50 per month. Savvy Tips: If your mom does get a computer and is interested in taking a beginner’s class, her local public library, nearby college or area aging agency are good resources to find out what’s available in her area. Also check at SeniorNet.org, a national organization for people, age 50 and older, that offers a variety of basic online computer courses as well as instructor-led workshops at 130 learning centers throughout the United States. A first year membership fee of $40 is required. ■ Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit www.savvysenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. SOLUTION 12th Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet CROSS TIMBERS CHAPTER NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION April 3 Opening 6 p.m. • Dinner 7:30 p.m. Decatur Civic Center • 2010 W. U.S. 380 • Decatur By ADRIAN ARREDONDO 4-H’ers, it’s time to start planning what your project will be for next year. There are some things that you need to keep in mind when selecting a project. The first thing you ask yourself is, “Can I pay for it FOCUS ON 4-H and feed it for one year the right way to make it look its best” Second, you need to make sure that you can keep the animal in the area where you are living, and that you are able to work with the animal when your parents are not home. These things don’t seem like they are very important at this time, but they are some of the things that get kids into trouble during the year. It is important that when you make a decision on what project to raise that you have all the proper grooming equipment needed to prepare an animal for a prospect show or major stock show. It is OK to borrow grooming tools, such as clippers and dryers, but don’t make it a habit. If you need help in making the right choice on what project you want, call or come by the Extension office, and I will help you out. Door Prizes, Live Auction, Silent Auction, Raffles (Guns, hunts, outdoor gear, wildlife art) Single Ticket..................................................................$45 Couples Ticket...............................................................$75 Sponsor Ticket...............................................................$250 JAKE Ticket (Kids 17 & Under)....................................Free Purchase tickets by April 2 and be entered in an Early Bird raffle! Tickets Available At: • U.S. Forest Service • 940-627-5475 • 2-K Pawn & Gun • 940-627-7800 or call 940-393-8908 Visit Our Web site at www.nwtf.org Upcoming Events at... April 4 Dinner and Dancing Be a part of the first event hosted by Decatur Civic Center. The night will be filled with fun for all to enjoy. Call 940-627-2369 for more information. Dinner to include: ENTREE Prime Rib - Carved • Chicken and Artichoke Sauce • Fresh Fish SIDES Green Beans Almandine • Baked Squash • Sugar Snap Peas • Roasted New Potatoes SALAD BAR Boiled Shrimp - Peeled • Pasta Salad • Waldorf Salad • Pea Salad • Tossed Salad DESSERT BAR Cheese Cake • Homemade Pies • Cobbler Assortment Coffee, Tea and Water Buffet open 6:30-8 p.m. Cash Bar available $25 per person RSVPs taken until Friday, April 3 Entertainment provided and dancing until midnight April 12 Easter Lunch Let Decatur Civic Center pamper you on this special day. Just sit back with your family and friends and we will take care of the rest. Call 940-627-2369 for more information. Meal to include: ENTREE Baked Ham with Mustard Sauce • Baked Turkey and Giblet Gravy • Leg of Lamb with Mint Jelly • Roast Beef SIDES Green Bean Almandine • Squash Medley • Broccoli and Caulifl ower • Mashed Potatoes • Cornbread Dressing SALAD BAR Tossed Salad • Asparagus with Blue Cheese • Pasta Salad • Ambrosia Salad • Waldorf Salad • Cranberry Sauce DESSERT BAR Cheesecake • Assortment of Homemade Desserts Coffee, Tea and Water Buffet open 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. $20 per person 12 and under $10 per person RSVPs taken until Friday, April 10 Decatur Civic Center 2010 W. US 380 • Decatur • 940-627-2369 • www.decaturciviccenter.com PARK ROW LIGHTING * FINAL LIQUIDATION * EVERYTHING MUST GO NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED!!! 545 Commerce, #100 Southlake, TX 76092 817-481-1682 SALE HOURS: Tues. - Fri.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. • No Delivery at these Low Prices • All Sales Final • Come Early for Best Selection • Cash/Credit Card/Check
ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, April 2, 2009 7 BUSINESS DECATUR Subscribe Online. www.wcmessenger.com/subscribe Get Your Smile Back! Extractions • Replacement Dentures • Crowns • Partials • Bridges • Implants GENERAL DENTAL CLINIC/ IN-HOUSE LABORATORY sm DENTURES STARTING AT $395 A SET SM Thomas John Kennedy of Texas, DDS, P.L.L.C. and Associates SM Thomas John Kennedy General of Thomas Texas, Dentistry John DDS, Kennedy P.L.L.C. of Texas, and DDS, Associates P.L.L.C. and Associates John F. Bell, DDS • G. A. Ladd, DDS • LaShaun Shaw, DDS 940-566-0127 Toll Free 866-940-0127 Toll Free 866-940-0127 Toll Free 866-940-0127 2317 W. University 2317 • W. Denton, University • TX Denton, TX 2317 W. University Denton, TX Insurance 2317 Accepted W. University • Financing • Denton, Available (W.A.C.) TX EXTRACTIONS WITH DENTURES STARTING AT $49 PER TOOTH Extractions • Replacement Dentur es Cr owns • Partials • Bridges • Implants Dentures & Dental ServicesSM OFFICIALLY OPEN — Bridgeport and Decatur Chambers of Commerce conduct a joint ribbon cutting for James Wood Hyundai, Wise County’s first imported-car dealership, on March 23. The brand-new facility is across US 287 from Wood’s General Motors lot in Decatur. Wood also has a pre-owned dealership in Bridgeport. Jeff Horn is Wood’s Hyundai general manager, and Chad Huddleston is sales manager. The dealership plans a “family-friendly” grand opening with events every Saturday in April, says Susan Miller, Wood’s marketing manager and incoming president of the Bridgeport Chamber. Based in South Korea, Hyundai is the world’s fifth largest automaker. It first gained attention in the USA with an unheard-of 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty, and in 2009 has continued to grow by attracting buyers with its “Assurance” programs that offer “Certainty in uncertain times.” Who should you trust with your OB/GYN care Decatur Women’s Health Center offers a full range of obstetrical and gynecological care for women at every stage of life. Sam Gentry of San Angelo has reeived his Certified Public Accountant CPA) certification from the Texas tate Board of Public Accountancy. He s a graduate of Paradise High School nd received his bachelor’s of business BUSINESS BRIEF Gentry earns CPA certification administration from Angelo State University. He worked for the firm of Armstrong, Backus and Co. CPAs in San Angelo for three years. He has since been employed by Angelo State University and Texas Tech University as an internal auditor. Gentry is the son of Glenn and Anna Gentry and the grandson of Don and Lorene Gentry of Cottondale. (Left to Right) Melissa Bradley, Dr. Douglas Kyle, Kim Mote, Patricia Ruiz “Friendly, professional and confidential.” Your health and well-being as a woman are our concern. We offer a full range of obstetrical and gynecological care. Our emphasis is on making you feel comfortable, confident and reassured. Call today to schedule your next appointment. 940-627-4216 1713 S. FM 51 • Suite 201 • Decatur FAMILY-FRIENDLY GRAND OPENING THIS WEEK AT JAMES WOOD HYUNDAI IN DECATUR! MAKE THE SWITCH! CONSIDERING AN IMPORT CONSIDER WHY JAMES WOOD CHOSE HYUNDAI: Hyundai is the 5th largest global car manufacturer in the world. Hyundai Motors was founded in 1967, and U.S. sales started in 1986. Hyundai sales have increased the last eight years. In 2004 and 2006 the J.D. Power and Associates initial-quality survey ranked Hyundai second to Toyota and third to Porsche and Lexus. Before each Hyundai model is brought to market, it is road tested at least 100,000 miles. Hyundai has America’s Best Warranty, providing 10 years/100,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Seven Hyundai vehicles were included on US News and World Report’s 2008 Best Cars Thrifty-50 list. N.A.D.A. ranked Hyundai’s Genesis, Accent and Tucson as best car buys for 2009. Hyundai stands behind its products, offering tremendous value for your hard-earned money. South Side of US 287 South DECATUR THIS SATURDAY: Kids’ Bounce House Sign up to Win a 46” flat-screen TV Tour our beautiful new facility. This is Wise County’s fi rst import dealership! Test Drive our remarkable Genesis Coupe and Every Other Hyundai FREE OIL CHANGE for Our First 10 Guests Thursday, Friday & Saturday Register to Win the Flat-Screen! CERTAINTY IN UNCERTAIN TIMES. JAMES WOOD HYUNDAI 940.627.2177 • jameswoodhyundai.com IS OPEN 24/7! JAMES WOOD BEATS ANY DEAL ON A NEW HYUNDAI
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