Several historic trails went through Marysville

Hi NeighborLast week I wrote about the Rope Ferry at Marysville and how many trails crossed the river there. The trail was the one used by the OTOE Indians who used this trail along the Big Blue from 1871 to 1881, seeking new lands in Indian Territory.

Processed foods contribute to fatty muscles

When it comes to muscle health, resemble a sirloin, not a ribeyeA 2000 study found that 32 to 44 percent of men’s body weight is made up of muscle. For women, it goes from 27 to 33 percent. But whatever your percentage of muscle mass, you want to make sure it doesn’t resemble a well-marbled ribeye.

Check often for insects in garden

Video of the WeekRegular scouting for insects in your garden is an important part of keeping your plants healthy during the growing season. Some insects can be beneficial, while others can create significant damage in a short period of time.

Williams named to lead US Wildlife Service

25 Years Ago July 19 - 25, 2001Kansas Wildlife and Parks Secretary Steve Williams has been nominated by President Bush to be the next director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Williams, 44, joined the administration of Gov. Bill Graves in April of 1995.

God’s words shed light in darkness

The Beginning of KnowledgeNo one likes to be offended. There are so many ways for a person to feel insulted. In this current age of hate speech, racism, and so forth, hardly any one is left out. When someone feels slighted, negative thoughts are directed towards the offending origination.

Holy Spirit gives breath of life

From the Pastor’s PenLast week, we saw that the Holy Spirit is the same God as the Father and the Son, yet He is a completely different person. This, though, doesn’t make Him a different divine being; He is part of the Trinity. God is one being in three persons.

Poor lifestyle choices up risk of dementia

Reduce your risk for early-onset dementiaThe prospect of slowly losing your ability to remember people, events, facts, and even feelings in your 70s or beyond is upsetting enough. But imagine what it’s like to be told in your 30s, 40s, 50s or 60s that you have early-onset dementia.

Girl Scouts open Fair Kitchen

25 Years Ago July 12 - 17, 2001The Columbus Girl Scouts are preparing to operate the Girl Scouts Fair Kitchen again this year. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday of fair week.

All Stars win Sportsmanship Award

25 Years Ago July 12 - 17, 2001This week’s Columbus Summer Youth Program Athletes of the Week are the Cal Ripken 9-10-yearold All-Stars. The team won the Sportsmanship Award at the 10 and Under District Tournament held last weekend in Parsons.

Hydration important for good health

During the warm summer months in South Dakota, many of us spend extra time outside walking, working or enjoying community events. The heat and wind can pull moisture from the body faster than we realize.