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New requirements for rear visibility technology.

January 17, 2015
New requirements for rear visibility technology.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. n 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ruled that by May 2018, all new vehicles weighing less that 10,000 pounds should be equipped with rear visibility technology. Check out the infographic below to learn about the law, including statistics to support the need for this technology and an outline…

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Tracking raccoons.

January 14, 2015

Outside the Walls. A blog by Nick VanderWall. When we hear barking and howling at night we either think coyotes or people need to shut their dogs up. However, when your dogs are on the trail of a coon and barking, it’s a great thing. Raccoon hunting runs from Oct. 1 to Jan. 31 and there is no limit on the…

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Reviewing your homeowner’s insurance.

January 4, 2015
Reviewing your homeowner’s insurance.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville, www.erindoan.com. Your home requires regular maintenance — and so does your homeowners insurance. Updates to your house and belongings can affect whether or not you’re adequately insured. To make sure your home is properly protected, plan an annual homeowners insurance review to determine if you may need to adjust your…

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Trapping season.

December 31, 2014
Trapping season.

Outside the Walls, a blog written by Nick VanderWall, is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales, 1680 W. U.S. 10-31, Scottville; 231-757-2727; www.vanderhaagcarsales.com, Mason County’s premier car rental outlet and also Legends Taxidermy of Scottville; 231-757-9589;www.legendstaxidermy.com. It appears here on the second and fourth Monday of the month. As the deer season is winding down it is time to bring some…

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Tips for snow birds.

December 29, 2014
Tips for snow birds.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville, www.erindoan.com. Leaving town in search of sunny skies and warmer temperatures? Learn how to protect your home so you can enjoy your winter away without worrying about what you left behind. Prevent Break-Ins An empty house is an easy target for burglars. Help keep your home untouched: Install secure locks…

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