Boomer Blog: Of dogs and tricks, old and new
Recently I wrote about the Sputnik-induced emphasis on space exploration in the late 1950’s. Back then, in fifth grade science, we studied the nine...
Sodium still a concern with pricey types of salt
Question: My wife recently bought some pink Himalayan salt. Besides being pretty, it’s expensive and isn’t even iodized. Is it somehow healthier?Answer: Different types...
Boomer Blog: Affairs of the heart – and life
With Valentine’s Day just past, surely there are many fingers newly adorned with engagement rings of every description, while visions of bridesmaids and wedding...
More fiber: Just what the doctor ordered
Question: I know it’s important to get enough fiber to help with constipation, but I’ve also read that it can help prevent disease. How...
Exercise important, but calories count more
Question: I have been doing more walking and other exercise since the first of the year, but I haven’t been losing much weight. Shouldn’t...
Boomer Blog: Ever to soar
Recently we sadly observed the 30th year since the Challenger disaster caused the deaths of all seven astronauts aboard their space shuttle. I have...
Madison-Champaign ESC preschool classrooms receive 5-Star ratings
The Madison-Champaign ESC is proud to announce that each of our preschool classrooms have been audited by ODE’s Step Up To Quality efforts and...
Stay involved to help children with school
Question: Our oldest child started middle school last fall. She was struggling early in the year but didn’t want help, and we hoped she...
City administration provides annual review of Urbana
Below is an excerpt from the City of Urbana’s Annual Review:Dear Citizens of Urbana,In the hustle and bustle of our daily life, it’s important...
New dietary guidelines target added sugars
Question: When the new Dietary Guidelines were announced a few weeks ago, I heard a lot about the recommendation to limit added sugars. But...
