Committing to wellness efforts is key to mental health Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino For whatever it is that makes your heart happy, whatever creates a safe space or a moment of solitude within the walls of your mind, Erin Peneston has two words of advice: Do it. The goal is simple. […]
LU nurse educator details the balancing act women face as health, family leaders Column by Steveny Grieve Leadership for women today takes many forms. It can manifest through barrier-breaking as women earn new seats at the table. With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, women — who have long been...
5 tips for the ultimate staycation Story by Madeleine Leroux The past year has been incredibly stressful for so many of us. And with the pandemic causing global disruptions to travel, it can be hard to find a way to disconnect from our daily stress and get that all too important time to rest and […]
Experts tackle COVID-19 and pregnancy concerns A global pandemic can make the joy of becoming a mom even more stressful. It can be hard to know what to expect and easy to be concerned about the situation – should you go to in-person medical appointments? Who can stay with you in the hospital? Will...
Red Slipper Warrior Project seeks to support mental, emotional side of fighting cancer Story by Madeleine Leroux When you’re fighting cancer, there can be days where it seems like a losing battle. It’s on those days that women of the Red Slipper Warrior Project can look at a special pair...
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...
