New RMD Rules for 2023

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the new rules on required minimum distributions from IRAs and 401(k)s? I will turn 72 this year and want to be clear on what I’m required to do. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, Thanks to the SECURE Act 2.

Old Glory News

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter. Such a beautiful day, what a Blessing to enjoy with family and friends. We pray for a nice rain, the clouds look so great, maybe we will be Blessed with a shower.

Old Glory News

Here we are in April, suppose to be the month of spring showers, you know, April showers bring May flowers. Let us pray that this is so true for this year. We sure need showers. Students and the staff are always busy with school activities, especially in spring time. Baseball is going strong.

Fun Part-Time Jobs Ideas for Retirees

Dear Savvy Senior, As a 68-year-old retiree, I’m interested in finding a fun part-time job that can occupy some of my time and generate a little extra income. Can you write a column on low-stress part-time jobs that are popular among retirees?

2 Cents Worth

I am writing this column on Sunday night, because Joe has got the fishing fever, and he wants to get up early on Monday morning and go fishing. Now this is the person that sleeps until 8:00 or later, so we will see what happens in the morning!!!

Soup’s on in Stanton

For 33 years Stanton has had a soup cook-off to raise funds for the restoration of the city’s historic monastery and convent complex. I have been privileged to judge it a few times and have always had a good time there. It costs nothing to enter the contest.

A guest editorial from a former student

Zach McMeans is a 2014 graduate of Borden High School where he was a State FFA Officer and a UIL State Champion in Congress, CX Debate, and Persuasive Speaking. He earned his bachelor degree from West Texas A&M University in Agricultural Media and Communication.

Old Glory News

I am always so proud when someone stops me and says, “Carol I enjoyed your column so much, or Carol what are you going to write this week, and I always say “I am writing this column for all of you to enjoy.

How to Choose an Assisted Living Facility

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to go about choosing an assisted living facility for my 86-year-old father? Since mom died last year, his health has declined to the point that he can’t live at home anymore but isn’t ready for a nursing home either.

Going to Europe but staying in Texas

I am due for a road trip. Nothing major but something to reward myself. I just survived a hectic month of UIL academic and speech competitions with my students in addition to judging 18 speech and debate rounds. This is my version of March Madness. The route chosen is from www. texaskidsadventures.