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Be your own advocate Get the important information you need from your doctor.
Prevent your child from being cyberbullied Tips for taking a stand against online bullies.
Reinvent your future How to stand out in a tough job market
Editor’s note I remember being picked on when I was growing up. Kids can sometimes be so cruel to one another. It’s important to be sensitive to this fact, especially as schooltime draws near. Children today face many difficulties and many different types of abuse from bullies. We’ve all heard about the horror stories of cyberbullying. Take the time to read this issue’s article on how to prevent this type of abuse. It’s important to protect our children, to communicate with them, and to take a stand for them. This article will give some helpful tips on where and how to begin. Also in this issue be sure to take a look at the article about being your own health care advocate. Just as it is important to protect our children, it is important to protect ourselves. Knowledge, as always, is our most important weapon.
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Care 5 Dental Smiles
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Mind • Body • Spirit
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Supporting local runners Tri-State Running Co. is all about supporting local runners. Special store discounts are offered to cross country and track and field students. Spikes are marked 20 percent off for running students in middle, high school, and college. In addition, everything in
the store is 10 percent off to these atheltes. Owner Cameron Simoneau said it is important to him and the TriState Running Co. staff to support young runners. They even have a Lloyd Memorial High School senior working at the shop. Cameron said he
has been a great addition to the staff, helping customers with his running expertise. Last year Cameron opened the Tri-State Running Co. “We are here to help people make running a part of their lifestyle,” Cameron said. “Running should be something you SUPPORT see page 13
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Chances are that you’ve tried many diets before and lost weight, but ultimately ended up frustrated because you regained the weight and maybe even more. Dr. Greg Weckenbrock and his team of physicians and staff at Figure Weight Loss, conveniently located in Edgewood, are dedicated to helping their patients lose those extra pounds – safely and quickly. The Figure Weight Loss program is a physiciansupervised program that will help jumpstart your weight loss. By combining FDA approved prescription medication, dispensed
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directly in the office, and counseling on a healthy lifestyle including a proper diet and activity, nearly all Figure Weight Loss patients achieve their weight loss goal. The friendly staff at Figure Weight Loss con-
sists of multiple physicians headed up by Dr. Weckenbrock, who has practiced in Northern Kentucky for over 25 years. After many years of
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Summer is finally here Summer is a time to visit with family, go on vacation, and get things done that our busy winter schedules will not allow. If time or fear has kept you away from the dentist, think about taking one day this summer to get your needed dental work taken care. Decide today to schedule your appointment, so that when the busyness of the fall and holidays arrive, your smile will be beautiful and healthy. Many of the patients that seek out Gentle Dental Care are terrified of the dentist. For this very reason Dr. Dallmann and her caring team offer IV and oral sedation. This is a wonderful way for the most fearful patient or the busiest patient to finally get the dental treatment they so desper-
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ately need. The team is ready and waiting for those of you that need to make it happen as soon as possible. Brenda is ready with the forms and the medication you will need to be sedated; Kim and Wendy are ready to get any needed preliminary x-rays or photos that may help you decide where to start; and Dr. Dallmann takes the time to go over the treatment you need and together you will come up with a plan of action. Gentle Dental Care truly works together as a team. If you are fearful and unsure, Dr. Dallmann invites you to come in for a complimentary consultation. If time is of the essence, a comprehensive exam might be just the thing you need. In this extensive exam, Dr. Dallmann and her team develop
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How to reduce tooth decay Which of these two acts do you think will cause a cavity the fastest, if done on a daily basis? 1. Chugging 2 liters of a “sugar drink” in 20 minutes (once per day). 2. Sipping 12 ounces of a “sugar drink” over a sixhour period of time. Most people believe that the amount of sugar in a drink is the greatest factor in the speed of tooth decay. As it turns out, the greatest factor in how fast you or your child will cause a cavity the fastest is the amount of time that the sugar is on the teeth. The good news is that your saliva is actually a tool that can help recover the damage that “sugar drinks” cause to teeth. However, it takes 1 to 2 hours after the drink is
consumed for your saliva to do its job. So, if you consume another sugary drink within the 1 to 2 hours of the last drink, then you have canceled out all the help that your saliva had given your teeth, and a cavity starts to grow. What can you do to reduce your chances of tooth decay? The answer is simple if you maintain a good habit of brushing and flossing twice a day. All you have to do is eliminate sugary foods and drinks from your diet!
In today’s society, the realistic answer for a person already in good health would be to limit your sugar intake to one or two 20 minute sessions of sugar in-take per day. Make sure you look at the labels on many of the foods and drinks that you normally consume and you may be surprised at how much sugar is in them. Sodas, sports drinks, energy drinks and candies, to name a few, are all enemies to your teeth. If you cannot eliminate sugar from your diet, then try to limit the time throughout the day that you consume sugary drinks, snacks and other foods. At Mortenson Family Dental, we care about our patients’ dental health because we believe everyone deserves a healthy smile! Call 525-7586 to set up an appointment.
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Baptist Towers, located at 800 Highland Avenue in Covington, has a sturdy foundation rooted in two distinct but interwoven philosophies known as quality and caring. Baptist Towers contains both independent living units and personal care within one building. The studio and onebedroom apartments include housekeeping services, as well as meals available in the dining area. There’s also a full-time activities director on staff
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and various outings planned throughout the month. Barber and beauty-shop services, and a store staffed by a community pharmacy are also available. The personal care areas provide a friendly, 24hour staff that offer more personal assistance according to the various needs of the resident. Baptist Towers is decorated in a glorious Victorian style. An open chapel on the second floor and the Baptist Chaplain program serves the spiri-
tual care needs of residents with regularly scheduled religious services. Baptist Towers is operated through Baptist Life Communities, a ministry of Northern Kentucky Baptists whose mission is using the ministry of Jesus as their model, providing quality of life options to assist adults 55 and over to remain fulfilled by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. For more information call 491-3800 or visit www.blcnky.com.
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Getting a diagnosis of any kind of cancer can be frightening. One of the first things many patients do is learn everything they can about their illness, including what options for disease management and treatment are available.
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This can be challenging if a person’s cancer is considered rare, which is defined by the National Institutes of Health as a cancer that affects fewer than 200,000 people. Patients with rare cancers are more likely than those with more common cancers to say they lack access to credible and reliable information, causing them to feel alone in dealing with their disease, according to a national survey. For many like newlywed Carolina Williams, getting the right diagnosis and information about her GIST, a rare and lifethreatening cancer, was important to both her and her family. One day, about a year into her marriage, Williams became extremely bloated and experienced terrible stomach pains which came on suddenly. Her husband knew something was seriously wrong when he found her unconscious on the floor from pain. He immediately brought her to the emergency room. There a physician conducted a CAT scan which revealed a large mass in her stomach that was diagnosed as a benign cyst. After
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four days of medical procedures to drain the cyst, a 7-pound solid tumor was removed and tested for cancer. “Once my doctor removed the tumor, I wanted to make sure that the hospital did the proper tests to check if the mass was cancerous,” said Williams. “I wasn’t going to leave it up to chance so I requested that an oncologist perform the tests. I am glad that I pushed for this, because I was soon diagnosed with a gastrointestinal stromal tumor, or GIST, which is considered a rare form of cancer. I was then able to get the information I needed to help understand my disease,” she said. When it comes to helping manage their own disease and acting as their own advocate, patients should seek out resources both through their physicians and reliable online websites. For some rare cancers, like GIST, there are a number of online resources, including www.GISTTheFactsInfo.c om, an educational site for GIST patients and their families that was developed by Novartis Oncology.
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“It is so important for people with cancer, especially those with a rare cancer like me, to act as their own advocate when it comes to getting the right diagnosis, disease information and ultimately the right disease management plan,” said Williams. “Working with my doctor and learning more about my disease has helped me focus on the other important things in my life, including enjoying time with my husband and taking care of my son. They mean the world to me.”
About Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST) GIST is a rare, lifethreatening cancer of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Most cases of GIST develop in the stomach or small bowel. They often do not cause any specific symptoms, making it difficult to diagnose and to treat. The exact number of people diagnosed with GIST each year is not known. In the U.S. alone, the incidence of GIST is estimated to be up to 6,000 new cases each year. For more information about GIST, go to www. GISTTheFactsInfo.com.
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Finding money for your school Merle Norman is made in America and proud of it. Merle Norman Crestview Hills takes it a step further and supports products for its boutique that are manufactured locally. May Creations Beads and Jewelry is one of those right out of Walton, Ky. Each clay bead with sterling silver core is a work of art and no two are exactly alike. The designs on the beads are not painted – the designs are “in” the bead and will not rub or wear off. May Creations is built on the premise to help business, charities, awareness foundations, teams, schools, and others to raise sales, money, and awareness by offering custom beads. The beads and jewelry are an excellent source for fundraising and awareness – especially since custom designs and logos are available in very low min-
imums to assist even the smallest of organizations. Teams and mascots for almost all local high schools and colleges are currently available in the Team Spirit Bead Collection. Whether your school is Dixie, Cov Cath, Notre Dame, Beechwood, or NKU, sales of beads are a great way to raise more money in less time. Unlike popcorn or candy, a school bead is a lasting and desirable symbol of your school spirit and provides personal style that sets you apart from the rest. In today’s environment, high schools need funds more now than ever to keep their extracurricular programs alive. And they are seeking effective and lowrisk fundraising opportunities. Contact Merle Norman at 344-0500 to find out how to maximize your profit and minimize your effort.
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Stop cyberbullying Cyberbullying, the bullying of a person through the use of an electronic device such as a computer or cell phone, is becoming a growing national problem. Anyone can be a victim of cyberbullying, but students are frequent targets. From fake Facebook pages, to the posting of embarrassing videos and photos, to Kick a Ginger Day (harassing red-headed people based on a 2005 episode of “South Park”), more than 20 percent of today’s U.S. students, ages 10 to 18, report being a victim of cyberbullying (26 percent for girls versus 16 percent for boys). Because of a number of highly publicized cases of cyberbullying – including most recently, the suicide of a Rutgers University freshman whose roommate posted a video of the student having sex in his dorm room – colleges, school districts, law enforcement and state legislatures are taking action to address cyberbullying. More than two dozen states have specifically enacted legislation or updated statutes to address the growing problem of cyberbullying, according to FindLaw.com, the leading online resource for legal information. Most new laws mandate that school districts enact policies involving cyberbullying, and take steps to suspend or expel students who engage in it. Here are some tips from FindLaw.com on what parents can do now to prevent cyberbullying, and what to do if you suspect that your child is being singled out by cyberbullies:
• Ask about friends or other kids. Start the conversation by asking your child if he has heard about other kids at school who have been victimized. • Watch for signs. Does your child seem withdrawn? Reluctant to use some forms of technology? Maybe depressed? These are generalizations, but if you’ve noticed any changes in your child’s behavior, he or she may be the victim of technology torment. • Set boundaries. It’s critical to talk to your child about cyberbullying – what it is and what to do if your child feels threatened. In addition, parents should set clear boundaries about your young person’s use of technology. Clearly communicate your expectations for responsible use of technology and that, while you respect your child’s privacy, you intend to monitor it. • School policy. Find out if your school has a policy about cyberbullying. • Safe place. Cyberbullying is very real and it is possible that your student could at some point be one of its victims. Ask your school to create a safe place or resource for kids to report cyberbullying – such as a voicemail tip line – and ask your school to invite speakers to address the issue.
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Education If you want to hear “you’re hired” or “you’re promoted,” a great place to focus your efforts is on education. Keeping your skills current in your industry is crucial if you want to stand out above other candidates. Getting
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Sometimes finding the right job is all about who you know. The best way to increase your an advanced degree, taknetworking is to join a professional organization ing college classes and in your industry. Some organizations are free other job training can and others may require a small membership fee, make a big difference. but the investment can have high returns. You’ll Luckily for the 21st get the opportunity to attend meetings, stay curcentury workforce, rent on what’s happening in your field, and also attending college isn’t just mingle with others who might have the career for those fresh out of high connection you’re seeking. school. With online TOUGH see page 11 degrees, flexible schedul-
Experience, dedication Boyle Jewelers, in Elsmere, is a familyowned business that has been helping Northern Kentucky residents with their unique jewelry design and repair for more than 24 years. Founders Larry and Kathy Boyle retired in 2004, and their daughter Colleen Boyle Weckenbrock along with her business partner, Shannon Wartman, purchased the store and are continuing the tradition. Boyle Jewelers employs the most experienced and talented jewelers in the area. The staff has more than 70 years of combined experience and is well versed in all aspects of jewelry repair and custom design. They feel it is key to keep up to date on all the latest technology and repair techniques, while still maintaining the old world craftsmanship that only experienced jewelers have. With the full-time, on-
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site jewelers, Boyle’s is able to do most repairs in less than three days. Their knowledgeable sales staff is always willing to help you select or design that special piece that will become an heirloom for generations to come. If you want to sell your unused jewelry – you definitely want to see the experts at Boyle Jewelers. They will use your old gold and gems to create new one-of-a-kind pieces.
They don’t go through a middleman, so you will get top dollar when selling your jewelry. Check out the wide assortment of loose diamonds that can be used to create that engagement, wedding or anniversary ring of your dreams. For exceptional personal service and premium quality, you need to go to Boyle Jewelers. Call them at 727-0055 or visit their web site at www.boylejewelers.com.
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Summertime is Roof Time for your home Five tips to selecting the right roofer Last month Cincinnati officially passed Seattle, in rainfall, by 1.7 inches. With more than 9 inches of rain in June alone, we have more than doubled our average rainfall amounts of 12.33 inches and are now at 25.03 inches of rain for the year. The heavy rains combined with numerous high winds this past spring have local roofers working double to fix all the damage. Even though the Cincinnati BBB lists over 600 roofers locally; the simple fact remains that there are more roofs to be done than there are good
roofers to do them! The Better Business Bureau lists information and an A-F grading system on all 600 roofers, which a consumer can access for free. Tip No. 1 is checking with the BBB before inviting a contractor to bid your home can help separate the skilled roofers from the guys that roof. Log onto the BBB website and use the link to request a free quote from a roofer whose profile catches your eye. Remember; there are no licenses required in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky to install roof-
ing. Anyone with a phone and a truck can advertise their roof “services.” Justin Shoemaker is a project estimator with A New Roof Time. His company has an A+ rating at the BBB and he offers Tip No. 2 for finding the right roofer for your job. “Check with Angie’s List,” he said. “For less than an evening out, homeowners can join and share feedback on roofers, other tradesmen, as well as doctors, dentists and even veterinarians.” Angie’s List has more than 20,000 members in the Tristate and lets members file reports and A-F
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grades on everyone they do business with. Shoemaker loves to work with Angie’s List members because of what he says is their high level of interest in getting it right when hiring a contractor.
“Roof Time has an A+ rating and have won Angie’s Super Service Award every year since 2007, which is something that only one other roofer has done can! Members appreciate the experience, training and skill we bring to their home’s projects. I love working on their roofs,” he said. The Roof Time staff also offers three more different tips for finding the right roofer for your project. Tip No. 3 is to get an address where the roof company’s crew is working, go sit on the street and watch them work. In this case, what you see is (probably) what you get. If a roof crew looks sloppy, rough or makes you uncomfortable, you will know before bringing them to your home. Tip No. 4 is to call a local supply house (look under roof supply in the phone book) and ask for their top roofer who buys material and pays their bill. Most roofers work on a job completion basis, no money down. This means that if a homeowner is unhappy or has an issue, ROOF see page 13
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S.I. Concrete/Designs: Don’t replace - resurface Looking for an affordable way to increase the value and beauty of your home? S.I. Concrete/Designs, a division of S.I. Pool Care can help. Whether you’re looking into a new addition such as a pool deck, walkway, porch or patio or simply want to renovate your existing concrete, S.I. Concrete/Designs has the artistic ability to make your dream project a reality. “Sometimes the concrete is so deteriorated you have to tear it out and
pour new concrete. We can do that for you,” explained owner Sam Ionna. “Many times, however, the basic foundation is in good shape, but the concrete is dull, chipped or cracked. In those cases we can do a simple repair, add an overlay, saving the homeowner money.” The overlay used by S.I. Concrete/Designs comes in colors so you can match your project perfectly to your home. The overlay can even be stamped! Concrete just isn’t for
the outdoors, according to Sam. S.I. Concrete/Designs have created breathtakingly gorgeous floors and kitchen countertops. “You can make that boring, unattractive countertop look like slate or The S.I. Pool Care family. marble,” he explained. They also offer concrete their customers. They will work with staining including a variety of colors and designs. you to make your dream project a quality completAs with S.I. Pool Care, Sam, his family and the other S.I. Concrete/ Designs employees are dedicated to providing the best quality service to
ed reality. For more information on S.I. Concrete/Designs call 859-331-4110.
TOUGH from page 9 Social media is another great channel when expanding networking efforts. Consider joining LinkedIn and connect to colleagues as well as industry insiders. Facebook is another popular option, but make sure you keep content and conversations professional.
Volunteer Whether you are currently working or unemployed, volunteering helps keep your skills fresh and shows you’re willing to go the extra mile. Plus you’ll demonstrate your ability to work Focus on your education, volunteer work, and networking to stand out above the competition. as part of a team. Volunteering is a great addition to any resume and is your library. This knowledge will help also a perfect conversation topic during you in so many ways, from knowing an interview. Start by researching nonwhat companies are thriving and thereprofits that have openings that interest fore hiring, to having subject matter to you and schedule a meeting to learn pull from during a tough interview. more. Spend just 15 minutes a day reading industry news and you’ll give yourself Read an edge against the competition. This advice may sound simplistic, Even though the job market remains but staying up to date on the news in very competitive, that doesn’t mean your industry is crucial. With most opportunities aren’t available for those industries changing at a rapid pace, who are proactive. By doing things like being out of the loop for a couple attending an online college or networkmonths can mean you’ve fallen behind. ing at industry events, you’ll be able to Read newspapers, subscribe to trade create a strong name for yourself and publications, and check out books from reach all your career goals.
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Lasting Impressions Design Center … Lasting Impressions Design Center, at 241 Grandview Ave. in Bellevue, Ky., is one of the most unique stores in this area! They always say “don’t be deceived by the outside of the building”
because the outside doesn’t give you a clue about what you will find inside on the third floor. What makes Lasting Impressions different from other furniture and home décor stores? The best thing about
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Traveling south or north on I-471: Take Exit 5 (Newport/Bellevue) Turn right onto Route 8 (Fairfield Avenue) Continue to Taylor Avenue and turn right Travel six blocks to Grandview Avenue Turn right on Grandview Enter the warehouse through the center door by the dock. Follow the steps to the third floor Or call for the elevator (859-655-8187) Prepare to be amazed …
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this store is that it is several stores rolled into one. This terrific “loft” warehouse space is quickly becoming a complete design center with the addition of the tile selection and design area. If you schedule an “in store” appointment, Linda can help you with tile selections as you remodel your existing bathroom or plan tile areas for your new home. A carpet selection area is also coming very soon. Plans are underway for a “window treatment style wall” as well as a suspended art display. These are just a few of the exciting things in the works for this exciting
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“When you care enough to make your home a warm, welcoming place for family and friends … you need to visit us.” shopping experience. You might want to consider signing up for an “In-Home Consultation” to get Linda’s expert advice on paint selection, accessories, window treatments, furniture, room arrangement, or you may just need a brain-storming session during a walk-
through to give you some new ideas. Linda has a unique gift of being able to blend the things you want to keep with a new updated look. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your home to coordinate and
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A T CENTER from page 10 “flow” from one room into another with beautiful color. The $100 fee will repay you many times over with Linda’s unending supply of creative new ideas, colors, and décor. You will enjoy working with her to create just the right style and atmosphere for your home or office. Call 655-8187 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Is there anything new at Lasting Impressions? The answer is “Yes” … there is always something new! You will find a brandnew look each time you visit as new furniture, accent tables, home décor, and seasonal items continue to arrive. Take a look at the latest Shaw area rug style releases in the latest colors! “The Attic at Lasting Impressions” has been transformed from a “warehouse” into part of the Design Center showroom. You will find new items along with great buys on discontinued items during your scavenger hunt in “The Attic.” Check out the green tags! The friendly folks at Lasting Impressions take pride in excellent customer service and trying to meet your every need! It’s a shopping experience you are going to enjoy and repeat again and again! The direct phone line to the third floor is 859655-8187. You may call when you arrive if you need elevator service, and someone will be glad to come down and give you a lift.
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ROOF from page 10 the roofer must work to resolve it to get a payment. Roofers who pay their bills at their suppliers are installing roofs that homeowners like and are paying for. That is the roofer you want to hire for your house. Finally, Tip No. 5 is to look for a roofer that is involved with social media. For example, A New Roof Time has almost a thousand fans on their Facebook page, tweets daily updates to followers, and has Internet-only deals on foursquare and web malls, for check-ins at their showroom in Northern Kentucky. The advantage to homeowners is that social messages are conducted in real time, without regard to nights, weekends, and holidays. Leaks can occur anytime; being able to reach out to a roofer when it happens is comforting. To get a free estimate on roofing, roof repairs, attic insulation, gutters and gutter toppers, call A New Roof Time at 513-753-8463, or 859-341-8463, or visit them online at www.time2roof.com.
SUMMER from page 5 “Thank you so much for working me in. Dr. Dallmann is wonderful. My mouth feels so much better. Don’t know what I would do without you and your staff. Best dentist EVER!” – A.R. Alexandria, Ky. “I’ve never had such a positive experience with a dental office. From the moment I walked in and was greeted warmly by Brenda, taken back to the treatment room by Dr. Dallmann, cared for by Kim and Dr. Dallmann
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Matracia Contracting Inc. has been solving concrete problems since 1995 by using a process called concrete lifting, which raises a concrete slab back to its original position. It is the economical alternative to tearing out and replacing concrete. Your concrete is lifted by drilling holes into the surface of the concrete slab, and pumping a cementbased grout material through the holes. This fills any voids and displaces any standing water under the slab that may have occurred by settling or burrowing rodents. Workers continue pumping until enough material is pumped under
the slab to raise it back to its original position. This process works on driveways, sidewalks, porches, garage floors, house floors, steps, pool decks and more. Matracia’s portable pump allows it to go anywhere on your property without damage to your lawn. Work trucks stay on the street, there is no mess and no heavy equipment. And most jobs are completed within one day – or less. Matracia Contracting is a proud member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. To reach the professionals of Matracia Contracting, call 371-1398 and an estimator will call you back within 24 hours.
LOSE from page 4 practicing family medicine and seeing the effects obesity was having on his patients, Dr. Weckenbrock chose to dedicate his medical profession to helping many achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss. Your initial visit to the program is $89 and includes both your office visit and generic prescription medication. Our physicians will provide a medical assessment, counsel you on any concerns and prescribe the right medication for you. You’ll learn all of the details of our proven program and leave with goals you will really be able to obtain. The Figure Weight Loss team is with you every step of the way. If you’ve been struggling to lose those extra pounds, you really need to give them a call at 371-4555 or visit their website at www.figureweightloss.com to see if you qualify for the program.
enjoy, something to bring good health throughout your life. We can help you achieve those goals.” The Tri-State Running Co., located at 148 Barnwood Drive, in Edgewood, off Turkeyfoot in the Edgewood Plaza, offers shoes, apparel, nutritional products, and preventive injury equipment. They also offer free running groups at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and 7:30 a.m. Saturday. “All levels and abilities are welcome,” Cameron said. “We’ve had people training for the Flying Pig to those who just want exercise. We welcome everyone.” “We at the Tri-State Running Company hope to support you with all of your running needs and to make it as enjoyable as possible; therefore helping you achieve all of your running goals.” Visit www.tristaterunning.com for more information.
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