1+ week, 4+ day ago   (468+ words) I usually write my column for the benefit of my readers, or do I? In honesty, I write them for me too. Writing my thoughts helps me put things in order—to make sense of what happens around me. I…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (486+ words) For years, Mariah searched for relief from chronic migraines. Like many migraine sufferers, she tried treatment after treatment hoping to find something that would work. Instead, she often found herself frustrated, discouraged, and no closer to the life she wanted…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (151+ words) journal-advocate.com The Logan County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the start of the fall season with a Hometown Harvest held Friday in the Chamber courtyard. The event featured fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, jams, meats, jewelry, candles, and more all…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (177+ words) A Logan County youth thanked Sterling Rotary Club recently for his experience this summer at the Colorado Rotary Youth Leadership Academy. “Of the things we think, say or do: “Is it the truth? “Is it fair to all concerned? “Will…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (375+ words) I’ve been living with my two young grandsons for a week or so, helping out while their dad is in the hospital with a staph infection after a knee replacement — I know! I’m also here to tell you times have…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (135+ words) The 21st annual Tea at the Overland Trail Museum will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 2:00 p.m. in the High Plains Education Center. Continuing this year’s “Echoes of Colorado” theme, guests will enjoy beautifully decorated Colorado-themed tables, a delicious Colorado-inspired menu, and…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (685+ words) My husband died by his own hand more than 20 years ago. We had three kids younger than 15. I was devastated but I had to keep going to maintain some normalcy for them. I went back to school, got a job,…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (1101+ words) By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH, AP Education Writer Giles Sims, 34, was sick of getting passed over for jobs because he didn’t have a college degree. But with a wife and a widowed mother to help support, he needed a quick solution. So…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (1384+ words) The following are reports from local law enforcement agencies. All defendants are presumed innocent until found guilty. At 1:11 a.m. Brett Etheridge, 30, was arrested in the 1300 block of Platte St. on charges of assault in the third degree, harassment – strikes, shoves, kicks,…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (383+ words) Expenses related to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can be extensive. Families often face ongoing medical treatment costs, medical equipment purchases, home safety modifications, prescription drugs and personal care supplies. Long-term care represents one of the largest health care…...