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...

News and notes from County Supervisor Jacob

Wildfire warning: In light of COVID-19, the county, Cal Fire, the Red Cross and others are re­vamping evacuation plans and other emergency protocols to...

Recognizing scams

The coronavirus and U.S. Census are making answering your phone fashionable again. But just because you know you might be receiving a call from...

Thought for the Week: Respond with ability

During the month of August we’ll be focusing on Wayne Dyer’s book, “Happiness is the Way” and this week’s message is “Respond with Ability”....

3 ways parents can become more involved in their kids’ educations

The dawn of a new school year provides a host of opportunities for students and their families. Students begin a new school year with...

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