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Bourbon Trail attendance reaches record heights

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Bourbon tourism reached new heights last year in Kentucky, where visitors flocked to large and small distilleries as the whiskey-making attractions shook off any pandemic-era hangover. Attendance at distilleries along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail surpassed 2 million in 2022 for the first time ever, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association announced. Venerable bourbon producers and industry newcomers alike benefited from the surge. Total visits exceeded 2.1 million last year, easily beating the pre-pandemic record of 1.7 million stops in 2019, the distillers’ ...

Harley-Davidson becomes priciest bike at auction

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A rare Harley-Davidson motorcycle built in 1908 has become the most expensive motorcycle ever sold at auction, according to data compiled by a website that tracks vintage motorcycle sales. The Strap Tank Harley-Davidson was recorded on vintagent.com as being sold for $935,000 after auction fees in January at the Mecum Auction in Las Vegas, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported. The bike was named Strap Tank because its oil and fuel tanks are attached to the frame with nickel straps. The bike is believed to be one of only 12 such models in the world. A 1907 ...

Seraph Brass to perform in Lewistown on March 4

LEWISTOWN— Live On Stage, Inc. and the Mifflin-Juniata Concert Association will present Seraph Brass this weekend in Lewistown. Seraph Brass, comprised of five of America’s top female brass players, will be showcasing their talent and captivating repertoire in concert at Mifflin County High School on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets for this performance will be available at the door on the night of the performance for $25. For more information call (717) 248-5732 or (717) 667-6551, or visit the association website at http://mjconcerts.org. Seraph Brass is a ...

Family budgeting tips that actually work

By KIMBERLY PALMER NerdWallet Following a family budget is challenging, especially when unexpected costs pop up, including those related to the high prices at the grocery store and rising interest rates. Financial experts say you can overcome those obstacles by creating a flexible approach to managing your money. Start by tracking your spending, leaving room for some unplanned expenses and cutting back where you can, especially on food and travel. Focus on what’s most important to you and your family, which could be sports teams, vacations or simply time together. If you are ...

The ‘Me Space’: Spots at home to call your own

The Associated Press It’s not a “she shed” or a “man cave.” More of a “me space.” It might be a little nook beside a stairway. Or along a wall with a nice window. An enclosed balcony. A basement alcove. Even deep inside a roomy closet. In a home full of roommates or family members, there are times when we want to be by ourselves. A good walk is restorative, but if the weather’s bad or you don’t want to put shoes on, it’s nice to have a little place at home we can call our own. After the rise of work-from-home and remote learning, interior design experts see a ...

Cooking with Bev

By Bev Kauffman I love making doughnuts, especially baked doughnuts! Easier and less messy. My all-time favorite is the Nutella-glazed, or the bacon-topped. Or even the pumpkin chip. OK, they’re all good! Here’s a few baked doughnut recipes for you to try! Pumpkin chip doughnuts • 2 eggs • 1 cup sugar • 1 cup pure pumpkin • 3/4 cup vegetable oil • 11/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 tsp baking soda • 1 tsp baking powder • 1 tsp cinnamon • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 cup mini chocolate chips Beat eggs, sugar, pumpkin and oil until smooth. ...