Maumee Town Money Saver | July FOM 2021

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Firework long have been a popular way to cap off national days of celebration. Entire communities come together to watch spectacular shows in which blazing pops of color light up the night sky.

Fireworks are a wonder to behold when they are part of professional displays, and their history can be interesting as well.

• While the Chinese invented fireworks around 200 B.C., Italians helped fine-tune them. Italians are credited with designing aerial shells and figuring out that certain metallic powders could create specific colors.

• The largest consistent fireworks show in the United States is the Macy’s show in New York over the Hudson River on July 4th. More than three million people view the show, which includes more than 40,000 shells.

• The Walt Disney Company is the largest consumer of fireworks in the world, according to Business Insider. It also is the second largest purchaser of explosive devices, behind only the U.S. Department of Defense.

• High-energy metal compounds like copper chloride emit colors like violet and blue in fireworks. Lowenergy compounds like strontium chloride produce orange and red.

• The pattern fireworks will produce in the sky is determined by how stars are arranged inside of the shell. Stars are the cubes or spheres that contain the chemicals needed for the firework reaction.

• Various fireworks shapes have their own names. They may be called willows, palms, crossettes, horsetails, rings, cakes, & more.Scientists are currently working to create more eco-friendly fireworks.

Fireworks will be booming in towns and cities all over, and their history is as interesting as their displays are awe-inspiring.

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THE ROAD BACK TO NORMALCY AFTER THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC FIGURES TO HAVE SOME TWISTS & TURNS.

A slow march toward recovery has begun, but the uphill nature underscores how important it is that communities continue to come together to support each other as well as the locally owned businesses. Consumers who want to help the local businesses in their community rebound and thrive in the months and years ahead can show their support in various ways.

• Take charge of your to-go order. Convenience became the name of the game when ordering food during the pandemic. Some restaurants began o ering delivery through apps like Grubhub or Uber Eats, and though that may be convenient for diners, restaurants must pay a fee to utilize those apps. In lieu of ordering through a third-party delivery service, consumers can pick up the food themselves. at saves restaurants the delivery app surcharge, allowing them to increase net pro ts.

• Continue to be loyal. Repeat customers are important to small businesses. Consumers who have had positive experiences with

small businesses in their communities in the past can continue to support those companies by looking to them rst when they need new products or services. Doing so not only helps small businesses retain customers, but it increases the likelihood that consumers will again have positive buying experiences.

• Share experiences via social media. Small businesses recognize the value of social media. 74% of small businesses in the United States are active on their social media accounts at least once each week. Utilize social media platforms to share positive experiences and encourage friends and neighbors to patronize local businesses.

Consumers can take various steps to support small businesses in their communities as such establishments look to regroup and recover from the pandemic. •

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ACURA

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BMW

BMW of Toledo 7600 W. Central Toledo 1(844) 892-5408 bmwoftoledo.com

BUICK

Ballas Buick - GMC 5715 W. Central Toledo (419) 535-1000 ballasbuickgmc.com

Groulx Buick - GMC 15435 S. Dixie Hwy. Monroe, MI (734) 241-3704 groulxbuickgma.com

CHEVROLET

Dave White Chevrolet 5880 Monroe St. Sylvania (419) 885-4444 whitecars.com

Yark Chevrolet 26997 N Dixie Hwy Perrysburg (419) 877-7658 yarkchevy.com

CHRYSLER

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DODGE

Yark Dodge 6019 W. Central Ave. Toledo (855) 817-1501

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FIAT

Yark Fiat 6000 W. Central Ave. Toledo 1(844) 847-3702 yarkfiat.com

FORD

BRONDES FORD 1475 Arrowhead Rd. Maumee (419) 329-4062

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STEVE ROGERS FORD 9760 State Route 64 Waterville (419) 878-8151 steverogersford.com

GMC

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Groulx Buick - GMC 15435 S. Dixie Hwy. Monroe, MI (734) 241-3704 groulxbuickgma.com

HONDA

Jim White Honda 1505 Reynolds Rd. Maumee (419) 893-5581 jimwhitehonda.com

JEEP Yark Jeep 6019 W. Central Ave. Toledo (855) 817-1501 yarkjeep.com

LINCOLN

Brondes Lincoln 1475 Arrowhead Rd. Maumee (419) 329-4062 brondeslincolnmaumee.com

MAZDA

Yark Mazda 6000 W. Central Ave. Toledo (419) 842-7454

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NISSAN

Gerweck Nissan 15407 So. Monroe St. Monroe, MI (734) 457-0100 gerwicknissan.com

Yark Nissan 5957 W. Central Ave. Toledo (844) 815-4874 yarknissan.com

RAM

Yark Ram 6019 W. Central Ave. Toledo (855) 817-1501 yarkram.com

SUBARU

Yark Subaru 6041 W. Central Ave. Toledo 1(844) 492-9955 yarksubaru.com

TOYOTA

Jim White Toyota 6123 W. Central Ave. Toledo (419) 841-6681 whitecars.com

Yark Toyota 1377 Conant St. Maumee (844) 819-2577 yarktoyota.com

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Protect pets in Hot Weather

Warm weather affords more time to enjoy the great outdoors. But, it’s best to keep safety in mind for all members of the family, including pets. Cats and dogs are as susceptible to heat-related illnesses as humans.

Recognize heat stroke

Certain breeds of dogs are highly susceptible to heat stroke, particularly those with short snouts, such as pugs and bulldogs. Excessive exercise in hot weather, lack of shade and leaving a dog in a hot car may precipitate a heat stroke. It’s important to get the pet out of direct heat right away and check for signs of shock, which include seizures, a body temperature of 104 F or higher, stupor, increased heart rate, or excessive panting. Placing water-soaked towels on the pet’s feet, head, neck, and abdomen can bring down its temperature.

Be cautious of hot surfaces

Humans wear shoes on their feet for protection, but pets do not have that luxury. Think about how hot your feet can feel when you scurry barefoot across hot sand en route to the shoreline or to cross a deck to get to the pool. When the sun beats down on surfaces, those surface temperatures rise quickly. At peak afternoon sun with air temperature of 95 F, the temperature of

cement was measured at 125 F, red brick at 135 F, blacktop at 140 F, and grass at 102 F. Individuals who think a car is safer for their dog or cat may be surprised the informal study measured 152 F on seat surfaces.

Provide extra water

It’s likely you will need to fill your pets’ water bowls more frequently in warm weather than during other times of the year.

Avoid cutting fur too short

Resist the urge to shave pets fur down to the skin. Having at least one inch of fur will protect the pet from sunburn.

Pets need extra care during the warm weather to avoid damage and sickness from the sun, heat and more. 