Eyes need help to stay healthy with age

Benjamin Franklin famously wrote “in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”Franklin was a legendary intellect, and it’s hard to overstate the impact he had.

Grassy sandbur can be controlled

One of the weeds many homeowners and public parks struggle with during the summer months is grassy sandbur. Sometimes called “sticker” plants, grassy sandbur produce round seed heads with sharp spines throughout the summer months.

First spring homecoming king announced

25 Years Ago April 12 - 18, 2001The Columbus Unified High School senior chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America recently earned awards in state STAR events and State Leadership Showcase held April 2 and 3 in Wichita.Two duos from Columbus received top gold and earned the right to...

When gambling becomes a problem...

The last couple of weeks I have been visiting with you about gambling that is really a big problem, not only in southeast Kansas or Kansas but nation-wide and even worldwide.

Protect fruit trees from pests, fungi

Producing fruit that is not heavily damaged by pests takes planning. It begins with selecting disease resistant plants, proper site selection, and maintaining a healthy orchard with watering, pruning, cleanup, and integrated pest management practices.

Healthy lifestyle can lower cancer risk

Slashing your cancer riskAround 40 percent of Americans develop cancer. But there’s a lot you can do to reduce your risk. Some smart moves seem obvious: Wear sunscreen daily. Don’t smoke or hang around folks who do. Don’t drink too much alcohol (or any).

Weir coal shipment breaks record

25 Years Ago April 5-11, 2001The Scammon Miner on April 9, 1892, published that last Saturday was a record breaker in the shipment of coal from Weir City.

Preparing for spring gardening

Video of the Week:Asparagus is one of the first crops that can be harvested each spring. Plants can live for 15 years or more in the garden, so good plant care is important.

Therapists make sure home is safe

In my role as a hospitalist, I am always happy when a patient is healthy enough to be discharged. A resounding majority of people want to go back to their home after they leave the hospital.

Responsible gambling a must

Last week I wrote about how our body, especially our brain, sends signals to us and if those signals are repeated over and over again, there can be negative consequences.