Happy Birthday To You! – December 2023

Neighbors Sharing the Same Birthday Weekend Debora Witten Shown here are Sharon Steen, Vida Kaczmarek, and the birthday boys, Jeff Kaczmarek, age 75, and David Steen, age 65. Nothing But Love in the Room Oh, what a night of fun! Gayle Richey hosted an early birthday party for Debora Witten. Present were Judy Abadia, Sharon…

7 Things to Let Go of for a Happier Life

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart With the new year approaching, you may be considering making some changes in your life. Usually, when it comes to living a happier life, there is the belief we need more. That might include more money, driving a newer car, or more vacations. While some of those things could contribute to your…

Spotlight on Advertiser: Trico Electric Cooperative Members to Receive Record $5.4 Million in Membership Equity

Member economic participation is vital to a cooperative. Trico Electric Cooperative is excited to announce that for the 14th straight year, the Board of Directors has approved the retirement of Membership Equity—formerly Capital Credits—in the amount of $5.4 million. That’s money that stays here in our local communities. You may be wondering why we changed…

Spotlight on Advertiser: Medicare and Me: How Medicare Protects You

Leah Kari, licensed insurance agent and retired pharmaceutical representative Medicare’s marketing rules ensure that you are in charge. CMS, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, administers the Medicare program. CMS annually approves all Medicare Advantage and stand-alone prescription drug plans in the United States. CMS regulates the marketing activities of insurance carriers, third-party marketing organizations,…

’Tis the Season for Essential Oil Use

JoAnne Gaudioso Have you begun your preparations for the upcoming holiday season? Are you trying to keep anxiety and stress to a minimum? Are you trying to find that perfect gift for each person on your list? Maybe I can help you with some natural product ideas that will not only be a fun gift,…