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Running does not cause arthritis

You’ve likely heard, maybe even from a medical professional, that “running is bad for your knees.

Obedience to God reveals inner strength

The Beginning of KnowledgeThe Bible is full of many interesting characters. The men and women that fill its pages were real people who truly did walk the earth not all that long ago. When their accounts are observed, the reader learns about actual events that really did occur.

Years Ago

25 Years Ago August 3 - 9, 2000The 2000-2001 Southeast FFA officers attending the State FFA Convention at Kansas State University were: Nick Smith, president, from Weir; Derrick Rider, vice president, from McCune; Jesse Gath, secretary, from McCune; Casey Marshall, treasurer, from McCune; Trey...

Water may help reverse Type 2 diabetes

Water may help wash away Type 2 diabetesWouldn’t it be great if you could wash away your worries about Type 2 diabetes? Well, a new 18-month study presented recently at the Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association reveals just how powerful an influence your choice of beverage can be.

Stigma makes mental health issues worse

In South Dakota and across the whole United States, addiction and mental health struggles touch every community. Yet far too often, people suffer in silence, not because help isn’t available, but because stigma keeps them from reaching for it.Stigma shows up in many forms.

First Ladies historic site proves interesting

When we visited the National Historic site in Ohio for the First Ladies, and we got to the top floor there was a special room set up for young visitors. They could participate in a variety of activities and become what was called, “A Junior Ranger”.

Years Ago

25 Years Ago August 3 - 9, 2000Approximately 100 youngsters visited the Columbus Public Library during July to have their names put in competition to win the latest “Harry Potter” book.

Travel leads to unusual bookstores

Love to ReadThere are many joyful things we experience when our daughters and I travel together every summer. It’s difficult to choose the best ones, but shopping in bookstores and quilt fabric stores are pretty close to the top of my “happy list”.

Only God worthy of supreme worship

The Beginning of KnowledgeAll humans have it. It is deeply ingrained within every person. No one can deny this particular urge that rises from inside of the heart. What is it?