Strategies to meet the neighbors after moving

A lot goes into building safe, strong communi­ties. While no single factor can be highlighted as more important than another in regard to build­ing...

Thought for the Week: The mission of your life

If you ask any parent what they wish for their child to experience in their life, most would answer something to the effect that...

How to exercise during the pandemic

Life changed overnight for millions of people across the globe in the wake of the CO­VID-19 outbreak, which shut­tered businesses and forced many people...

Thought for the Week: True success

As we peruse Wayne Dyers book, “Happiness is the Way” this month, this week we are looking at “True Success”. Suc­cess is unique and...

How families can cook together as they confront COVID-19

Families are spending more time at home than ever before. Stay-at-home guidelines have led ma­ny parents to expand their culinary horizons, and time in...

Tips for efficient home-cooked meals

A few generations ago, dining out was an experience reserved for special occasions. However, until recently, when restaurants were shuttered in the wake of...

Ideas behind strength-based parenting approach to children

Many a parent is familiar with the notion that children do not come with instruction manuals. Since babies are not born with instruction manuals,...

Ex-boyfriend sentenced

An Alpine man who shot his girlfriend seven times after an argument was sentenced July 30 to 40 years to life in state prison. Paul...

Thought for the Week: Cleanse your mind

Catherine Ponder’s classic book, “Open Your Mind to Prosperity” is our theme for the month of August. It is also being studied by our...

Family-friendly outdoor activities

Children who spend a lot of time outdoors ben­efit from exposure to nature in myriad ways, some of which may surprise even the most...