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Several members of Congress have proposed legislation to address the program’s long-term funding issues. But given the deep political divides on Capitol Hill, it’s unlikely that Congress will make any effort to reform Social Security until there’s the possibility of bipartisan support. ...

The good, the bad and the crazy all get covered during free, weekly storytelling sessions offered through the Cleveland History Center of the Western Reserve Historical Society and the Music Box Supper Club. Superman, mobsters, a burning river and millionaires' mansions. Think you know Cleveland history? Think again. ...

Need an excuse to ramble outdoors when the weather is cold and blustery? Grab a birding guide, a pair of binoculars and head out to one of NEO's premier birding spots. From the shores of Lake Erie to the cornfields of Geauga County, we're in the catbird seat, so to speak, for winter birding. Read on to learn what birds to see and where to see them. ...

Yes, technically it's too early for Christmas but not if you're buying a pre-decorated tree for charity like the ones on display in Akron through Thanksgiving weekend. This free event (plan to pay for parking) features lots of elaborately decorated trees and wreaths, all created by folks who want to wow visitors this season. Don't miss it. ...

Ghost stories of the Hanna Theater detail the specters of former actors watching the stage from the balcony along with a top hat-wearing man who appears from the waist up only. These figures, along with reported "cold spots" and other strange occurrences, led the theater itself to host events detailing the theater's own haunted history. ...

Almost all “digital natives” (younger people) — and many digital immigrants (Boomers), such as myself — use smartphones and their apps to stay in touch. Dispersing information on social media once to update our friends does away with the need to repeat the same information to multiple parties. ...

How to begin the retirement planning process?  When I’m asked that question I have one simple answer with three parts: Let’s figure out what you’re trying to do, how long you want to do it, then I’ll analyze your financial assets to determine if you can afford it. ...

We're offering our readers two guided, curated trips. One's headed to the iconic masterpiece Fallingwater on Tuesday, Oct. 16, the other is a five-night trip to Nashville and Memphis from Sunday, Oct. 14-Friday, Oct. 19. Both are on comfortable deluxe motor coaches. ...