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Tragic Outcome After Florida Firefighter’s Intense Work Schedule Discussed Online by Wife

St. Augustine, Florida — A local firefighter and his wife were found dead in their home in an apparent murder-suicide earlier this month, leaving the community and their families in shock. Lt. Shawn Yarbrough, 46, a St. John’s County Fire Rescue officer, and his wife, Andrea Nichole Nahrup Yarbrough, 34, a financial advisor, suffered fatal gunshot wounds, according to the sheriff’s department. The distressing event occurred just weeks after Andrea publicly shared concerns about the …

Justice Denied: Louisville Woman’s Unsolved Attack Raises Questions about Detective Work

Louisville, Ky. – In December 2018, Mary Spalding, 72, experienced a traumatic event that left her feeling unsafe and without closure. The attack occurred as she was preparing for work, and when she went to her basement, she was assaulted from behind by an unknown assailant. Struck with a metal object, she was left bruised and battered, prompting a call to her sister, who then contacted emergency services. Despite the absence of forced entry, Spalding …

Study: Millennials Prefer Remote Work for Work-Life Balance and Flexibility

Orlando, Florida – A new partnership between Cox Media Group and a local television station is set to revolutionize the way news is delivered to viewers across the region. As part of this collaboration, viewers can expect a fresh approach to reporting that is both informative and engaging. This innovative venture aims to provide viewers with up-to-date news and information while also offering opportunities for career advancement within Cox Media Group. By visiting the Cox …

Man Fatally Shot in Work Van on Reseda Street, Shooter Flees in BMW

Reseda, California – A tragic incident unfolded on Monday night in Reseda when a 60-year-old man was shot and killed while in a work van on Jamieson Avenue. The perpetrator, driving a black BMW sedan, fled the scene after the shooting, leaving the victim behind. The shooting took place around 7:15 p.m. in the 7500 block of Jamieson Avenue, near Saticoy Street, in the San Fernando Valley community. Law enforcement officers arrived to find the …

Constituency Assistant in Nova Scotia Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures After Violent Attack at Work

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — A Nova Scotia constituency assistant is advocating for government funding of a second employee at legislators’ offices to address the aggression front-line workers face at politicians’ workplaces. Kelly Gomes, who has worked as a constituency assistant for four years, experienced a violent attack when a man entered her office on Dec. 14 and held her by the throat against a hallway wall. The presence of a teenage student doing a work …

Does Aging-In-Place Work? What We Don’t Know Can Harm Us.

Aging-in-place — the majority of us consider the choice, as we age, to remain in our long-term family homes, even as expanding sickness or mental degradation makes this more complicated. We realize support programs are accessible, giving home wellbeing helpers, help with yard work or a wheelchair ramp, a “senior freeze” to keep property tax increases under control, etc. Furthermore, our homes hold countless recollections and are a source of confirmation of the achievement we’ve …

92% Of Americans Continue Working After Retirement Because Of Money

You are not alone if you are in your 60s or 70s and have no urgent plans to retire. In reality, you are in decent company. Warren Buffett, at age 92, is still recognized as one of the most brilliant minds in finance. Jane Fonda, at 85, is as active as ever as an actor and campaigner. Bob Iger has just resumed his position as Disney’s CEO at 72. In her recent victory speech at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Jamie Lee Curtis stated, she is 64 years old, and this was amazing.

Are you Unretiring to Become a Quiet Quitter?

In many ways, retiring in the modern day is more like work than it is rest. What is the dissimilarity? Those in retirement no longer have to adhere to the schedules of their former employers or the norms of society if they choose to continue working. Many recent retirees report wanting to work “a bit” during their golden years.