By George W. Chapman One in five of us lives in a rural community. Since 2010, 138 rural hospitals have closed, typically for financial
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Change Your Language, Change Your Life
The words we use when we talk to ourselves or others are important; they do directly influence us. Changing just a few of the
Latest Buzz on Beets
By Anne Palumbo If you haven’t eaten beets in a while, you might want to head to the nearest farmer’s market. This in-season veggie,
Breastfeeding…Taking Care of You and Your Baby
By Deborah Dittner At farmers’ market earlier today I sat on a bench in the shade to enjoy the herbal ice tea I purchased.
How to Sell Unwanted Burial Plots
Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about selling unwanted burial plots in my hometown cemetery? When my parents died about 25 years ago
What My Garden Has Taught Me
By Gwenn Voelckers Gardening season is in full swing, as evidenced by the long check-out lines at gardening centers throughout our area. July is
Forgiveness: Letting Go of Resentment and Bitterness
By Barbara Pierce Another mass shooting! As I write this, an 18-year-old man recently killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school
Pork Ribs 101: Why Moderation is Key!
By Anne Palumbo During the grilling season and especially on the Fourth of July, my husband and I indulge in something we rarely eat
Weight Loss: Nutrient Dense Foods for Health and Wellness
By Deborah Dittner Many today continue to talk about losing weight, hitting the gym, going on a weight loss program or trying products from
How to Choose a Medicare Supplemental (Medigap) Policy
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’m planning to enroll in original Medicare in a few months and have been told I probably need