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Diesel prices hit record high, increasing transportation costs

CHICAGO — Diesel hit a record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first time as the six-month war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel. Because diesel is used for many freight and delivery networks, higher diesel prices mean higher transportation costs for a long list of everyday goods. Some businesses have already passed on costs to consumers in the form of added fees on online orders and packages in the mail. And shoppers may see more and more sticker shock trickle down to store shelves. One of the most immediate strains is being ...

Yesteryear

Country-western singer Porter Wagoner came to Bedford County in the 1970s to appear at the Bedford County Fair, and he was accompanied by Dolly Parton. He chose the River’s Bend Golf Course (now Down River) in Everett as a place to relax. Shown are (from left): front –– S. Rhodes and ...

Ready to stop doing all cooking due to husband’s criticisms

Dear Annie: For the 23 years I’ve been married, I’ve cooked dinner for my husband nearly every night. He has no idea how much planning, shopping and cleanup goes into it. I think he thinks the food just appears. Recently, he’s turned critical about nearly every meal: The chicken’s too dry, the vegetables are too salty. I’ve told him how irritating this is; he just kind of shrugs. I’m about ready to stop cooking for him altogether and let him fend for himself. Is that too petty? — Done Dishing It Out Dear Done Dishing: Twenty-three years of doing something doesn’t mean ...

False A1C increase might be possible

Dear Dr. Roach: How could I have an A1C of 5.9% in March, then 8% in July? My diet has been the same. I rarely eat fast food and never drink sodas; I avoid carbs such as sweets and breads whenever possible. Because I was so encouraged by my A1C of 5.9%, I increased my vigorous swimming routine to 2 hours a day. I’m cutting this down to 1 hour on most days, since it didn’t do any good. I do have anemia with hemoglobin and hematocrit at low to low-normal levels, which is always due to AVMs (arteriovenous malformations). I’m 77, and my BMI is over 30. I do need to lose some weight, ...

Horoscope: Friday, September 4

Success is not contained in the trophies of the future; it’s in today’s achievement. Aries (March 21-April 19) You’re leadership instinct is on point today and you have an immediate sense for what action needs to be taken and by whom. If there isn’t such a person close at hand, you cast a wide net and find someone to fill the role. Taurus (April 20-May 20) The same story can be gossip or kindness depending on why it’s being told. Listen with one ear on the words and the other on the motive. Kind motives will leave everyone richer in dignity and goodwill. Gemini (May ...

Trump may overplay hand on economy

Three moves have exposed the limits of Donald Trump’s economic plan. The U.S. slapped 50% tariffs on another $20 billion of Canadian goods — then threatened the same rate on the cars, trucks, parts and steel that America depends on. Last Monday, Treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, menaced Iran’s trading partners with exclusion from the U.S. financial network, hoping that coercion can deliver what months of war have not. And as the costs of war, tariffs and pro-billionaire tax cuts helped send U.S. bond yields higher, the Treasury stepped in to tame long-term rates. These are not ...