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It’s no secret that I run a Facebook group for people growing older at home. It’s geared to the individuals having little to rare...
Lizzie: Third-grade surprises
Nothing helped: the pink calamine lotion, the warm baths, the big bed in her parents’ room. For days, Lizzie had been itching and scratching...
Local National Day of Prayer observance is May 3
On Thursday, May 3, 2018, cities and counties across the nation will observe the National Day of Prayer. The theme for this year’s observance...
Spring cleaning should include fridge and pantry
Question: I’ve noticed that sometimes my refrigerator has a stale odor. How can I determine what’s causing the smell and, most importantly, how can...
The roots and wings of every generation
I knew Grandpa Scott as my dad’s dad, who always had farm animals in the back of his truck. He hauled cows and pigs...
FDA recalls kratom due to Salmonella fears
Question: I just heard that the FDA recalled something called kratom, but I’m not sure what it is. Is it some kind of food,...
Rep. Vitale introduces ‘Stand Your Ground’ legislation
A line has been drawn in the political sand. Democrats want more gun control and even to confiscate our guns. Republicans have traditionally supported...
Opportunity knocks for Ohio students
Ohio parents, regardless of their income or where they live, are best-suited to decide where their children should go to school. At the same...
Nestbuilding of a different kind
In starts and stops, spring is gradually settling over the area. And as surely as bright flowers of the season free themselves from their...
States developing solutions to ‘dental deserts’ problem
Access to dental care is a serious and worsening health problem in rural America. But now many states are beginning to enact legislation that...