Hearing loss can often be treated

Hearing loss affects millions of Americans.

Fond memories of growing up on farm

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that fewer and fewer people are getting the opportunity to grow up on a family farm. However, for those lucky enough to have been able to grow up on a farm, I dare say at least 95 percent will tell you they value their growing up years on the farm.

When God calls, He will pave the way

By Pastor Cody Bohall First Christian Church Read Jonah 1-4Does serving God scare you? It did me. I worried about doing it wrong, and I still worry about it. What will I say? How will I say it? I could go on with all the thoughts.

Be careful of alcohol during the holidays

The Beginning of KnowledgeIt is that time of year again. The warmth of summer is past, and the leaves are on the ground; most of them. The holiday season is rapidly approaching. There are many eagerly anticipated activities to be enjoyed.

Falling may be related to brain health

DRS. OZ AND ROIZENFalling and the risk for dementiaQ: My mother has fallen twice in the past eight months. Now, I hear that may mean she’s at risk for dementia.

Over 35 Hoops League going strong

25 Years Ago October 27 - Nov. 2, 1999After Wednesday night’s games in the Over 35 Hoops League, two teams remain unbeaten and two are winless. Midwest Color, the highest scoring team in the league, went to 4-0 by defeating Faulkner Grain 62-41.

HPV cancers can be prevented

What do warts, pap smears, cervical cancer, head and neck cancer, and a vaccine all have in common? Three letters: HPV Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can cause growths on skin and mucous membranes.

Kansas Legislative Hotline

Information about the 2023 Kansas Legislature is only a phone call or chat away, the State Library of Kansas reminds residents. The toll-free number for the Legislative Hotline is 1-800-432-3924.

Memories more important with age

Those of you who are older will know what I mean when I say that the older we get, the more important our memories are to us, especially the many good memories.

New parking lot at Central gym

25 Years Ago Oct. 27 - Nov. 2, 1999James Jameson and other Cherokee County workers were busy building a new parking lot in front of the new Central Junior High gymnasium in Columbus.Members of the All A Honor Roll at the Weir Attendance Center include seventh graders Anna Engelman, Melissa Sallee...