Make sure vaccinations are on your back-to-school list By Tara Fergerson Paper. Pencils. Notebooks. Planners. Crayons and markers. And vaccinations. These are some of the things children may need when returning back to school this fall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vaccines...
Area residents step up in times of crisis Story by Madeleine Leroux “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’ To this day, especially in times of disaster, I remember my […]
Self-care is important during stressful, anxious time By Laurel Kramer As I write this article, it is Easter weekend 2020, after 28 days of “sheltering at home” due to the COVID-19 pandemic, closing schools, churches and businesses. Like everyone in our community, we are all adjusting to how much...
Health Department director takes lead role in local coronavirus efforts Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith and Liv Paggiarino It’s been a long spring for Kristi Campbell. As director of the Cole County Health Department, Campbell has taken a lead role during the coronavirus pandemic. And that...
With social distancing and stay-at-home orders creating the new normal, many of us are looking for new activities or projects we can take on while staying home. We’ve compiled a list of 10 things you can do from your house, from child-friendly projects to solo activities. GET CRAFTY Probably the most...
By Kerri Morris April is Autism Awareness month, a chance to share information on a topic that many have heard of, but may not fully understand. Autism or ASD, autism spectrum disorder, is a developmental disorder generally characterized by difficulties in communication and social interactions. Autism...
Planning, research key to big savings on nutritious food Story by Madeleine Leroux When it comes to trying to get healthier, eating right is one of the most important steps. But, for so many of us, that can seem just out of reach for a number of reasons. The most common reason? It’s too expensive....
Welcome Home seeks to provide that comforting touch to gluten-free dishes Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Claire Hassler Robin Klebba loves to bake. You can see it on her face as she talks about watching people dig into one of her homemade products. The 28-year-old took that passion and started Welcome...
Experts provide tips for keeping proper nutrition in mind while achieving new fitness goals Story by Sally Ince When working to improve our overall wellness, good nutrition and exercise go hand in hand. Neither process is easy at first, but if we focus on the long-term benefits, our goals can evolve...
Diet leads Phyllis Powell to start Low Carb JC group Story by Madeleine Leroux Nearly two years ago, Phyllis Powell began a new food regimen with her husband. Though the couple had hoped for good results, it’s hard to tell whether they really expected the improvements that followed. Powell retired...
