Rodeo Sports and Entertainment
Ute stampede honors servicement, followed with family fun
NEPHI– The 76th Annual Ute Stampede will begin Thursday, July 15 at 8 p.m., and run through Saturday, July 17, with Utah’s most patriotic opening ceremony paying tribute to all armed forces past and
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You don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a fun family night (or day) out. Here are a few ideas for cheap and free entertainment fun for the whole family:
1. Movie Night at Home. With the popularity of Redbox and other movie box rental machines, it is now easy to rent dvd’s at your local grocery stores, drug stores, and gas stations for only $1 a night. Grab a family friendly flick, pop up some popcorn, and enjoy an inexpensive evening at home together!
2. Picnic in the Park – Make some sandwiches, pack some juice boxes, and head off to the nearest park for a picnic. Take a Frisbee, ball, or kite and the whole family can enjoy some fresh air and exercise together.
3. Watch for Free or Discounted Admission – Many zoos, museums, or science centers have discounted or free days. Be on the look out for these bargains. Or, if there is a place you like to frequent as a family, you should consider buying a family membership. It’s much cheaper plus it’s usually tax deductible!
Bank of America currently offers free admission for their customers the first weekend of every month to hundreds of zoos, museums, etc. Just check their website for details. There are frequently offers like this out there. My local grocery store always has discounted tickets to the State Fair, Water Parks, and Amusement Parks.
4. Check out Local Cultural Events – Hit the rodeo, the Greek Festival, or whatever else happens to be going on it town at the moment. They are usually free or inexpensive to get in to and the whole family while get to experience a little culture!
5. Parades! – Everybody loves them. They are fun, entertaining, and free! Be on the lookout for them as they can be scattered throughout the year but are especially popular around holidays (think Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, etc.)
6. Nature Hike – Take the family on a nature hike. Have fun watching for birds, animals, and unusual insects and gathering pine cones, leaves, and other treasures together. It’s a great way to get some exercise and spend some quality time together as a family.
This is just a few of the things you can do together as a family that won’t cost a lot of money. There are dozens more out there. Your local newspaper is probably the best source for ideas. Also be on the lookout for discounts and coupons to establishments you like to frequent.
Rebecca Johnson is a work at home mom with two young boys. She enjoys writing about a variety of topics and has several websites including a couple about Toys for 2 Year Olds and Pizzelle Irons.
Do Something July 13-Dec. 31
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Picture this. You’ve had the same car insurance company for years. You’ve never had an accident. You’ve never even had a speeding ticket! Your car is number one on the safety ratings and you’ve added some extra security features to make sure it stays that way. There isn’t a discount that you don’t qualify for, and you’ve never had to file a car insurance claim in your life.
In other words, you’re the insurance agent’s best friend!
Then, one day, you just happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. You’re driving down I-95 in the middle of the pouring rain, following just a little bit too closely since the guy in front of you has no idea how to drive in the rain and has slowed down to a crawl, when suddenly he hits his brakes. You hit yours, but there’s not enough time. You go sliding into his back bumper.
Just a fender bender, right? Not exactly. That fender bender can cause your car insurance rates to go up by 40% or more, even if it’s the first accident you’ve had in 30 years! That’s why it’s important to know who to talk to about accident forgiveness.
First and foremost, let’s take a quick look at what accident forgiveness is-and what it isn’t. See, with the number of car insurance companies currently doing business in the United States and competing for the same client pool, insurers have to come up with something new and exciting to lure in new business. Accident forgiveness takes them out of the “traditional” viewpoint of the money grubbing insurance agency and places them firmly in the business of handing out second chances.
When your accident is “forgiven” it won’t impact your rates (or if it does, it definitely won’t be by 40%); however, forgiven doesn’t mean forgotten. You’re still going to carry that black madgrk on your driving record, which may impact your car insurance rates if you decide to switch insurance carriers, and while you may get a second chance you’re unlikely to get a third. Remember to slow down in the rain!
Accident forgiveness is usually exclusively reserved for drivers with a five year good driver record, so if this isn’t your first rodeo you probably aren’t going to be able to do much about it. Some companies also ask that you maintain your policy for at least three months before cashing in on your accident forgiveness (esp. if it’s not a standard part of their coverage policy but, rather, something you’re paying for out of pocket). If you’re not sure where your eligibility for accident insurance is, make sure you talk to your car insurance agent as soon as possible.
Accident forgiveness can be the answer to your prayers when you’ve been in an accident, especially if it’s your first. Take five minutes out of your busy day to find out where you stand. Remember, you have nothing to lose and everything to win.
Tony Peck is the Senior Project Manager for QuoteScout.com. For more information on accident forgiveness and your car insurance, visit them on the web at http://www.QuoteScout.com.
