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Carol Marak invites you to opt-in to her weekly newsletter, Age with Purpose

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Access to dental care is a serious and worsening health problem in rural America. But now many states are beginning to enact legislation that...

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