Exercise aids in mental clarity

How to regain focusQ: I just turned 58, and it’s becoming harder to concentrate on one thing -- a book, a project around the house, or a work assignment. What could be the cause and how can I regain focus? -- Harold F.

Commissioners sell Quaker Hill Manor

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago December 14 - 20, 2000The Cherokee County commissioners signed a deed release allowing Americare Properties, Inc., a Sikeston, Missouri company, to purchase the Quaker Hill Manor residential care facility in Lowell.

All are called to follow Jesus’ example

Read Galatians 4:1-7 Love is often seen as a deep affection arising from attraction, family, or friendship. Hallmark movies usually depict love found around Christmas. It’s sometimes self-centered and selfish. However, biblical love, especially during Advent, differs.

God’s magnificent qualities immeasurable

Time and space will not allow the listing of all of the magnificent qualities that make up God’s character. God is many things; in fact, He is all things. God is the source of light, life, and love. He is not simply the point at which all good originates, He is that good. Goodness is His nature.

Cut trees need lots of water to stay fresh

Choosing and Caring for Your Christmas TreeSome commercial sites sell cut trees that have already been stored for several weeks. Evaluate the trees carefully before purchasing to find one that will last the entire holiday season.

Years Ago

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago December 14 - 20, 2000One of the beautiful Christmas displays to be found locally is at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Carlson at 1531 Kings Cove.

Dealing with stress of holiday season

The holiday season is fast approaching with all its festive occupations like decorating the house, buying and wrapping presents and preparing and serving holiday meals.

Pictures help preserve memories

KSU EmeritusThe holidays are in full swing and that means lots of gatherings, preparing covered dishes and or finger food and of course just lots of good old-fashioned visiting and fun.We had our family Christmas this past weekend with 22 attending.

GLP-1s helpful in treating multiple ailments

Q: I’m 68 and overweight by 45 pounds. Now that GLP-1s are going to be covered by Medicare, I think I will add that to my regimen. I also take a statin. Does that make sense to you? Steve T.

High school chess team wins second place trophy

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago December 7 - 13, 2000The Columbus Unified High School chess team won the second-place trophy at the Northeast Magnet School of Wichita Tournament.