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Since 1989, The Best Times has been dedicated to serving the boomer and senior community in the Mid-South. We deliver engaging and useful information to our readers while achieving great results for our advertisers. Our publication is designed in a large, easy-to-read tabloid format. Each month, The Best Times reaches around 65,000 readers. Available for free at over 250 locations throughout the greater Memphis area, we ensure our content is accessible to all. Our primary audience consists of a growing number of working and retired adults, with 67 percent of our readers being women. Among our readership, 52 percent are 69 years old or younger, while 34 percent fall within the 70-79 age range. As reported by the Census Bureau, adults aged 50 and above account for 43.9 percent of the adult population. The Best Times has earned both local and national accolades for its commitment to journalistic integrity and high-quality content. We cover a diverse range of topics including personal finance, travel, retirement living, health and fitness, gardening, pets, local history, technology, and arts and entertainment. We value building lasting relationships with both our readers and advertisers. The Best Times proudly represents the senior community at a local level. Additionally, we are a media sponsor for seven senior events, such as expos, health fairs, and Senior Day at the Zoo, ensuring our presence is felt within the senior community year-round.

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First American pontiff says ‘build bridges’ to peace

6 days ago | thebesttimes.com | Christen Smith

(The Center Square) – The first American pontiff in the 2,000 years history of the Roman Catholic Church offers a simple vision for the future: build bridges and receive each other with open arms. It’s a message grown from the roots of 69-year-old Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost’s consecration to the Order of St. Augustine, a 4th century bishop revered for his blend of contemplative prayer and public ministry.
Kulick: 'Ad multos annos' (many years) to the first American pope, Leo XIV

1 week ago | thebesttimes.com | Patrick Cloonan

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, formerly of Chicago, has been chosen as the first United State citizen to become leader of the Roman Catholic Church. "On behalf of all of the clergy, the religious and the faithful of the Diocese of Greensburg, I want to not only wish our new Holy Father all of God's richest blessings, but assure him of our prayers for him as he begins his Petrine ministry," said Bishop Larry J. Kulick of the diocese covering Westmoreland, Armstrong, Indiana and Fayette counties.
New Pope Leo XIV began his journey in a St. Louis parish

1 week ago | thebesttimes.com | Steph Kukuljan

ST. LOUIS — Steve Baker was working at the St. Louis Zoo on Thursday when he took out his cellphone to watch the announcement of the new pope. He remembered enough Latin from his school days that he could make out the proclamation from the portico without waiting for the translation: His friend Bob had just been elected pope. “Never in my life did I think that someone that I knew was going to be the pope,” said Baker, 74, of St. Louis Hills, who retired from the city treasurer’s office in 2013.
Colorado legislature approves collective bargaining bill

1 week ago | thebesttimes.com | Derek Draplin

(The Center Square) – Democratic lawmakers worked to push through a collective bargaining bill in the final days of Colorado’s legislative session, which adjourns Wednesday. The House gave final passage to Senate Bill 25-005, titled the “Worker Protection Collective Bargaining” bill, with a vote on Tuesday, despite signals it did not have Gov. Jared Polis’s support.
What is a tariff and why do we use them

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | James K. Grubbs

There has been much in the national news regarding tariffs. President Donald Trump has decided to impose additional import tariffs on most countries shipping their products to the United States. Let’s examine what a tariff is and why Trump is attempting to implement them. What is a tariff? It is a “duty” or “tax” placed on goods and services coming from one country to the other. What is the purpose of implementing a tariff on goods from another country?
Community comes together for National Day of Prayer in Meridian

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | Jacobus Roby

Doctors, nurses, and staff at Baptist Anderson in Meridian came together to offer prayers in honor of the National Day of Prayer. “It was really affirming to me to see so many people stop what they were doing, sat aside this time to go to the Lord in prayer for our nation, our leadership, our communities,” said Dr. Troy Dukes of Baptist Anderson. Dr. Dukes emphasized the importance of prayer, noting that our community, country, and world face many uncertainties.
An Anticipated Morning of Prayer: Rome Hosts The 33rd Annual Prayer Breakfast

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | Rachel Hartdegen

The hall was quiet as around 900 people listened enraptured as Eric Metaxas, spoke of the importance of action in faith, calling believers to worship with works not just words. “To talk about faith and not live it is to be a hypocrite,” Metaxas said at the Rome Area Prayer Breakfast on Thursday.
Choose: Narrow or broad way

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | Mike Kelly

We continue in our series on the Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew chapters 5-7. Today, we’re studying Matthew 7:13-14, which appears simple and easy to understand. “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.”But ask yourself this question: If God really wants to save everyone, why didn’t He make it easier to be saved?
Rejected for his mercy: Wyoming Catholics mourn Pope Francis

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | Ivy Secrest

CHEYENNE — The Roman Catholic faith has entered a period of global transition, as parishioners globally mourn the passing of Pope Francis and prepare for the conclave, the process by which a new pope is elected. Known for his charity, humble nature, care for the poor and controversial, yet progressive stance on issues like LGBTQ+ rights and divorce, Francis passed on Easter Monday at 88 years old.
Do women like beards? What science says

2 weeks ago | thebesttimes.com | Grace Gallagher

Hims looks at what research says about women's perceptions of men with beards. Originally published on hims.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.