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Auston Grove will be hiring part time grounds help this Summer and wanted to see if any residents were interested before we posted to the public. This position is for grounds assistance and will entail outside work, climbing stairs and light lifting. Duties will include but not limited to help with many different projects, cleaning and grounds trash pick up however, no experience is necessary. The position is for the months of May, June, July, August and September. It is for 20 hours per week (almost any schedule can be accommodated). This position will pay $13 hour but doesn’t include any benefits or rent reductions. It is simply a way to make some extra Summer cash. Please contact Chris Jones at (919) 217-9995, cpjones@hhhunt.com, or stop in the office.

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Auston Grove will be hiring part time grounds help this Summer and wanted to see if any residents were interested before we posted to the public. This position is for grounds assistance and will entail outside work, climbing stairs and light lifting. Duties will include but not limited to help with many different projects, cleaning and grounds trash pick up however, no experience is necessary. The position is for the months of May, June, July, August and September. It is for 20 hours per week (almost any schedule can be accommodated). This position will pay $13 hour but doesn’t include any benefits or rent reductions. It is simply a way to make some extra Summer cash. Please contact Chris Jones at (919) 217-9995, cpjones@hhhunt.com, or stop in the office.

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Finding the perfect roommate can be challenging, but if your roomie has four legs and eats out of a bowl, then you’ve surely found a friend for life. All the more reason to pamper your apartment pet with the finest luxuries around!

Check out these pet-pampering supplies that will truly show your BFFs (Best Furry Friends) how much they mean to you.

A better bed
You probably spent hundreds of dollars on your own mattress, so why not pamper your pet with the finest bedding around? Invest in a luxurious dog bed for Fido to relax on. The bonus is that he’ll love it so much, he might actually stay off the sofa. Feline friends need a special spot too, so go all out with a hiding hut that gives Princess her privacy.

Homemade treats
Pets spend all day dreaming about treats, so make it worth their wait by feeding them healthy homemade snacks. Pet supply stores stock many varieties of high-end treats, but there are also custom bakeries like Fuzzy Butz that provide baked goods for pampered animals. You can also channel your inner baker and make your own homemade treats for the hound you love. There are dozens of recipes available online – you can even buy specially-shaped dog bone cookie cutters.

In-home grooming
Getting groomed can be stressful for pets. The good news is that mobile grooming services are available in nearly every town, visiting pets at home and leaving them looking super spiffy from the comfort of their own apartments. Companies like Fritzy’s will come right to your door to wash and dry your dog or cat lickety split. Who knew looking good was so easy and convenient?

Spa Day
Everyone loves a day at the spa, so why not treat your pup or kitten to a little pampering? Pet spas have become quite popular and offer a multitude of services such as grooming, teeth cleaning, massage, gourmet meals and photo sessions. Most pet spas also provide overnight boarding, so you can treat your pet to a weekend getaway at the local pet resort the next time you go out of town yourself. They’ll have so much fun living in the lap of luxury that they might not want to come home!

Fashion forward
Grooming and spa treatment sure do make a pet feel good, but what about looking good? Don’t be afraid to deck your dog in the latest finery: pet fashion is a hot topic these days, and you could easily spend more on your furry friends’ duds than you might on your own wardrobe. Hot items include custom jackets, booties, collars and leashes and fancy costumes.

Pet supplies have skyrocketed to a new level of chic, making it easy to pamper your apartment pet. Step up your pet care and your loyal friend will be all the happier. Treats like these will help ensure your pet runs to you every time you walk through your apartment door!

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Celebrate the Find!

Fashion doesn't have to mean clothing or accessories! Being stylish can pertain to your home, office and personal style. Be the talk of the town in a pair of Raleigh Denim jeans; each pair is individually sewn using only North Carolina textiles. Or stop in Stitch, where trendy, handcrafted purses are made on-site by Holly Aiken.

Featured Event - Native American Indian Art Show - Feb. 25-27

A Native American art show and sale from the Southwestern tribes and pueblos, including Santa Clara, San El Defonso, Acoma, Laguna and Navajo. Hundreds of articles including jewelry, drums, bows, lances, rugs, pottery, Kachina dolls, artifacts, framed artwork and other high-quality Southwestern art. Hours are 10am to 6pm on Friday and Saturday; 11am to 4pm on Sunday. Admission is FREE. Holshouser Building 800-999-3142. Click Here to Learn More.

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Tips for Saving Money on Prescription Drug CostsIn 2007, Americans spent $287 billion - yes, billion - on prescription drugs. (In 1993, they spent a fifth as much.) Odds are you’d rather contribute a little less to that rising figure. Here are some tips to help you spend less money on your prescription drugs.

Inquire About Alternatives

As your doctor recommends meds for you, don’t be afraid to ask, “How much will these cost me?” You may find that there are less expensive alternatives available, such as generic versions of medications.

Doctors are aware that patients who can’t afford prescribed medicines may stop taking them altogether. As you strategize ways to save money on your prescription costs, remember that you must first run any potential medicine changes by your doctor.

Know your Insurance Options

One way you can help your doctor help you is to show up with a copy of your health insurance’s formulary, or list of covered drugs. Your doctor likely won’t know how much a particular drug is going to cost on your drug plan. With the formulary as a reference, your doctor can assess your insurance’s preferred type of drug, and hopefully make the most economical recommendation to you. Look online to download the information from your health insurer’s Web site; if you can’t find it there, call the customer helpline.

You can also compare the cost of a “name-brand” pill with its generic equivalent. Your doctor may specify to use the generic equivalent, which is often cheaper. In some cases, however, you can’t substitute the generic for a name brand. (You should be able to discuss this with your doctor.)

Look for Assistance

Your doctor’s office may also be able to tell you about programs run by pharmaceutical companies to help patients afford their drugs. (For example, see Pfizer’s Helpful Answers program, which can help with expensive prescriptions, such as the stop-smoking drug Chantix.) You may also be able to get free samples from your doctor.

Once you have a prescription in hand, you can do some shopping to find the best place to buy your drugs. Some states, such as Michigan and Florida, have Web sites where you can compare prices on many standard drugs at pharmacies within the state. If you don’t have such a resource, call around: the same drug may be filled at different prices at different drug stores.

If you don’t need the medicine right away, you can also try shopping online. The Mayo Clinic publishes some tips for ordering from online pharmacies. Make sure you have access to a licensed pharmacist, and buy only from reputable outlets.

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Triangle Events on Monday, January 17th to Mark Martin Luther King Day

• 31ST Annual Martin Luther King Triangle Interfaith Prayer Breakfast
  8 AM, Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Research Triangle Park.
• 31st Annual Martin Luther King Holiday Memorial March
  Departs at 11 AM from the Morgan Street side of the State Capitol in downtown Raleigh
  For more information, visit www.king-raleigh.org
• 31st Annual Martin Luther King Noon Ecumenical Observance
  Noon, Meymandi Hall, Progress Energy Center For the Performing Arts, downtown Raleigh
  For more information, visit http://www.progressenergycenter.com
• 31st Annual Martin Luther King Evening Musical Celebration
  5:30 PM, Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center For the Performing Arts, downtown Raleigh
  For more information, visit http://www.progressenergycenter.com