Terry Ambrose

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Three tips to avoid an air conditioning scam

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In most parts of the country, hot weather is in full swing. It’s prime time for air conditioners to take center stage in our thoughts. Is my unit working as well as it should? Does it need a tune-up? More refrigerant? An air conditioning scam can run the gamut from a free inspection that uncovers a problem to a warning about black mold. Here are three tips to avoid some common … [Read more...] about Three tips to avoid an air conditioning scam

Friday Fotos — Big Island road trip

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Let's drop in on the north side of the Big Island today and visit a nice little lookout at the end of the road. From here, we could see up Waipio Valley or off along the coast. It's a long drive to get to the lookout, but it's an amazing view. My only regret is we did this late in the day and didn't have time to walk around the quaint little town of Honokaa. One thing's for … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos — Big Island road trip

Judy Penz Sheluk believes authenticity matters

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Judy Penz Sheluk’s debut novel, “The Hanged Man’s Noose,” is the story of Emily Garland, a freelance writer/journalist, and her friend, Arabella Carpenter, the owner of the Glass Dolphin, an antiques shop in the small, historic town of Lount’s Landing. According to Penz Sheluk, “Arabella’s motto is ‘Authenticity Matters.’ That philosophy is the underlying message in everything … [Read more...] about Judy Penz Sheluk believes authenticity matters