This time of year is prime for a tasty cup of cold cider… or even a steaming mug of hot mulled cider. Did you know that cider can be good for you? That’s right, apple cider is packed with nutrition and contains compounds that have many health benefits. What is the difference between apple juice […]
September 20, 2018 by Michelle Treber I enjoy walking during my lunchtime. When I do, this break away from my desk refreshes me. It helps me re-focus as I breathe in the fresh air and take a few minutes to get out of the “work mode”. A few weeks ago, while crossing the railroad tracks […]
July 7, 2016 by lisabarlage Those of you who know me well will remember that I took about two months off this winter to recover from shoulder surgery (and a fractured foot too). Unfortunately for me, I couldn’t plan ahead to make recovery easier, as I fell, rather than having surgery for normal wear-and-tear. As […]
Reaching a national emergency, the opioid crisis is affecting communities from the smallest burg to the largest urban setting. Approximately 90 people in the United States pass away daily from an opioid-related overdose, and the numbers are increasing. There seems to be a story in the news every week showing addicts slumped over in their […]
August 22, 2013 by lisabarlage It seems “Happy, Happy, Happy” is sweeping the nation with nearly twelve million viewers of the popular reality television show, Duck Dynasty. Happy, Happy, Happy is the motto of Phil Robertson, one of its cast members. No, I’m not advocating you watch more television; or even take up duck hunting; […]
July 2, 2015 by marilynrabe For many people, the 4th of July is the official kickoff for summer picnics. Whether you are planning a backyard picnic or packing for a day at the park or beach, there are important steps to take to ensure the safety of the food you are bringing. As temperatures outside […]
March 25, 2013 by bethstefura Spring has arrived according to the calendar! We hope Mother Nature receives the message soon! Spring is a time of renewal, warmer weather and baseball season. It’s a great opportunity to make our homes clean, organized, efficient, healthier, and safer. The following spring cleaning tips help us achieve these goals: […]
June 10, 2013 by Pat Brinkman Tired of drinking just water? Are you a tea drinker? Do you enjoy iced tea in the summer? Well, pour a cup of tea and enjoy. It’s good for you. Benefits from tea include: • May lower risk of heart disease, stroke and some other chronic diseases. • May […]
June 14, 2012 by marilynrabe Local Foods – Fresh and Healthy! Most of us will agree that fresh and unprocessed food is usually a healthier and tastier choice. Now that we are heading into summer in Ohio, we will have more and more choices when it comes to choosing and using fresh foods that are grown […]
June 1, 2015 by jennyeven Photo: American Cancer Society It’s almost summertime and that means backyard barbecues, pool parties, and lazy afternoons in the sun. Before you head outdoors be sure to apply enough sunscreen to generously coat skin that will not be covered by clothing – at least an ounce (or the amount in […]
December 17, 2018 by jmlobb Have you finished your holiday shopping for the year? Or, like me, do you tend to put off shopping until the last minute because there are people on your list that are hard to gift? When lacking creative ideas for those hard-to-gift individuals, many of us default to items such […]
During this time of uncertainty, I am choosing to focus on the things that remain the same. I am still a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, a co-worker, a friend, an educator, and much more. My family, my friends, my neighbors, my co-workers, and my community still need me, maybe more than ever. […]
March 3, 2016 by Daniel Remley It is easy to forget about the sun in springtime after a long dreary winter. Therefore many people sun burn in the spring because they forget about sun safety. Excess sun exposure can greatly increase one’s risk of developing skin cancer which, according to the American Cancer Society […]
This year, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to join over 100 of my colleagues in reading and discussing the book Why are all the Black kids sitting together in the cafeteria? by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum. Together, we chose to focus on racial literacy through a yearlong book club and respectful dialogue series. […]
