A little time can save you a lot of money.
One reason so many drivers neglect timing belts is the long service intervals. Unlike oil changes that typically occur several times per year, timing belts typically last at least 50,000 to 60,000 miles, and timing chains can go 100,000 miles or more before needing replacement.
Modern engines can run for many miles and years with the original timing belt or chain. When it is time to replace it, however, it’s best to get the job done promptly and properly by a professional who offers a warranty on the work. Whatever option you choose, delay can be costly. Ohio lights up the holidays.
today, it’s a National Historic Landmark and an accredited museum. There’s no better time to feast your eyes on its grandeur than during December’s “Deck the Hall” event, which runs through December 30, 2011. The grounds come to life with animatronics displays, special musical entertainment and holiday treats like gingerbread and cider. During your self-guided tour, you’ll encounter scenes from Alice in Wonderland and the Wizard of Oz, behold the elegant 20-foot Christmas tree and see a painstakingly-constructed Lego replica of the Manor House. The estate features sweeping views of the Cuyahoga Valley, a 550-foot Birch alee with more than 100 distinctive gray trees, English and Japanese gardens, a palatial glass Conservatory and a thatch-roofed gate lodge. The home itself has 65 rooms, 18 of which are bedrooms, and 23 bathrooms. There are 23 fireplaces and elaborate, hand-carved woodwork throughout. See how one of America’s great tycoons of the Industrial Age and his family lived. Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens is open April through December. Get additional information at www.stanhywet.org.
Biggest Savings of the Year

It’s that time of year again! Ford is giving Interstate more Stocking Stuffers to pass along to you!
For example, Ford Credit is making special rates available for a Red Carpet lease where you can pickup a brand, new 2011 F-150 4×4 CrewCab valued at nearly $40,000 for only $349/month, acquisition fee included!* Or, get into a 2012 Focus for as little as $14,988!** The Savings are real, and geared to fit your lifestyle and budget on the Ford of your dreams. Contact one of our representatives today.
* F-150 #1058,1 available at this price, 39 Month lease, 10,500 miles per year, .20 cents per mile overage. All rebates applied, includes $750 trade assist, final price plus tax, title and document fees, $0 Down available with approved credit. Take new retail delivery from Interstate stock by 1/3/2012. See Interstate for qualifications and complete details.. Expires 1/3/2012. ** 2012 Focus S, Includes dealer discounts and factory incentives. Discounts off MSRP, FMCC Financing required.No-charge maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Coverage includes regularly scheduled maintenance services at 7,500 mile intervals. For all offers, take new retail delivery from Interstate stock by 1/3/2012. See Interstate Sales for qualifications and complete details.. Expires 1/3/2012. †Customer can defer first payment up to 90 days. Payment deferral requires Ford Credit financing; not all buyers will qualify. For APR rates other than 0%, finance charges continue to accrue during deferral period. Only available on 0% APR contracts in Pennsylvania. Take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 1/13/12. See dealer for qualifications and complete details.
Demand for new Fords, and quality pre-owned vehicles is increasing as the month pushes on.
Every year we do special things for our customers around the holidays. This year, our Black Friday Sales Event has been so popular that we’re extending it through the end of November. Turns out a lot of folks need larger vehicles, or have simply held on to their existing vehicles a year or two longer than they planned. Whatever brings you to visit, we will do our best to accommodate here at Interstate.
Between now and November 30, anyone who visits and goes on a test drive to evaluate one of our vehicles will receive a free gift just for the effort. We’re open seven days per week except for the major holidays, and service Monday through Saturday. If you’re ready for your new sleigh, or just for some service, give us a call or stop by. We’ll take care of all your automotive needs.
Or, how to save a dinner party.


Honor veterans at these Ohio landmarks.

s Monument, a massive three-story building, was dedicated in 1906 at Fort Hamilton. Atop its dome sits a 14-foot bronze statue of a Civil War soldier. Art glass windows pay homage to women’s wartime contributions, and polished marble slabs bear the names of Butler County’s first settlers and veterans from the Revolutionary through Spanish-American wars. The monument houses a collection of Civil War weaponry, as well as uniforms, photography and memorabilia from conflicts of the 20th century. There’s also a reference library with genealogy resources and records of residents who served in both World Wars, Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf. Get details at www.butlercountyohio.org/monument.Performance, efficiency and utility in a do-it-all compact SUV.

Adding to the choices, all non-hybrid Escape models are available with a 2.5-liter Duratec® inline four-cylinder engine with advanced intake variable-cam timing technology to maximize performance when it’s needed and optimize fuel efficiency during steady cruising. The Escape XLS offers the engine with a choice of either a six-speed automatic transmission (its increased number of ratios provides low-end acceleration while offering maximum fuel efficiency in overdrive) or a five-speed manual transmission. Both the XLT and Limited trims are standard with the six-speed automatic. The Escape maintains a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds with the Class II Trailer Towing Package.
Thousands apply for a spot on FUEL TV’s upcoming action sports driving show.
Ford’s new action sports campaign, Octane Academy, is a chance for motorsports fans to get a crash course in driving from the pros. Four Ford action sports drivers – Ken Block, Brian Deegan, Tanner Foust and Vaughn Gittin, Jr. – will host 32 selected fans at four camps over the course of one year. Within each camp, eight contestants will compete in both creative challenges and risky dares. Their adventures will be chronicled in a 13-episode television series, also called Octane Academy, launched by Ford and FUEL TV.

There are many ways to help prevent and treat sinusitis.

To help prevent sinusitis, The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) offers a few general suggestions:- Keep your nasal passages as moist as possible with sterile saline sprays or washes. Avoid dry indoor environments. You can use a humidifier, but be aware that very humid air can increase mold, dust mite and cockroach allergens, which will cause problems if you’re allergic to these organisms.
- Steer clear of irritants like cigarette smoke and strong chemical odors.
- Avoid long swims in chlorinated pools, since the water can irritate the lining of the nose and sinuses.
- Use decongestant nose drops or sprays before air travel.
- Drink lots of fluids like water and juice to help nasal drainage. Avoid caffeinated beverages, which can dehydrate, as well as alcohol, which can increase swelling of the sinus and nose lining.
- Apply warm, damp compresses to your nose, eyes and cheeks to alleviate facial pain.
- Keep your head elevated as you sleep to promote drainage.
- Try using a sinus rinse to help clear nasal passages.
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