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Fran’s Favorites: Imagination Library books and peaches
I’ve had an amazing time these past couple of weeks traveling around Ohio and talking about the Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library —...
August is Child Support Awareness Month
To the editor:This month, Shelby County is joining counties from across the country by recognizing August as Child Support Awareness Month. It’s...
Managing both types of diabetes
Dear Readers,Chances are you know someone who has diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 30 million Americans have the disease...
Welcoming Rosy and Posy
Austin, our early riser and six-year-old son, and I were sharing a few quiet moments and discussing various aspects of the day ahead. That’s whe...
The low FODMAP diet and IBS
Dear Dietitian,I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and appreciated your column on a high fiber diet to manage IBS. My symptoms are usually pretty we...
Samaritan Works seeks community support
Let me first say what a great community we have in Sidney-Shelby County! We may be on the “small side” as a city, but we have many who liv...
A generational gathering
Reunions are an interesting subject. Not all families are blessed with the same number of children or even the same character qualities. Nonetheless, ...
Busy all year round!
At the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (SCBDD), we provide valuable services and supports to people with disabilities in our communi...
How much is too much?
Dear Dietitian,I am sixty years old, and I’ve always been health conscious. I eat right and exercise three times a week. Recently, I’ve re...
Growing stronger through grief
Daniel stepped into the house, cradling something. A second look revealed the surprise, a perfectly adorable fawn covered with white spots. By all evi...
