GUEST VIEW: Read a Bible for the grandchildren
By Van Yandell
2 Timothy 3:16 “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction...
United Methodist delegates repeal their church’s ban on its clergy celebrating same-sex marriages
By PETER SMITH
The Associated Press
CHARLOTTE, N.C. United Methodist delegates on Friday repealed their church’s longstanding ban on the celebrations of same-sex marriages or...
Pregnancy-related deaths have fallen to pre-pandemic levels, new US data says
By MIKE STOBBE
AP Medical Writer
NEW YORK U.S. pregnancy-related deaths have fallen back to pre-pandemic levels, new government data suggests.
About 680 women died last...
So, you’ve lost weight using Wegovy. Does that mean you can stop taking it?
By JONEL ALECCIA
AP Health Writer
Millions of Americans who have dropped pounds and boosted their health using popular obesity drugs like Wegovy are facing...
Recycle, Upcycle, Repurpose: Finding ways to reduce landfill waste
By Kathy Owen | Wealth of Geeks
Garbage is a big problem in the United States. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),...
United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
By PETER SMITH
The Associated Press
CHARLOTTE, N.C. United Methodist delegates repealed their church’s longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy with no debate on Wednesday, removing a rule...
Big budget bites
By Taylor Sutton, MS, RDN, LD, United Supermarkets Dietitian
Don’t let these plain-sounding foods below fool you. What do potatoes, bananas, oats, and canned tuna...
TONI SAYS: Enrolling in Medicare when laid-off
By Toni King
Hello Toni:
My husband, Steven, has been laid off from a company he worked with for over 20 years. His employer is downsizing...
MCH volunteers provide decades of service to hospital
They may be 90 and above, but Jo Baker, Faye Smith, Helen Jones and Mary McQueen are volunteer powerhouses for Medical Center Hospital.
Jones started...
A massive Powerball win draws attention to a little-known immigrant culture in the US
By CLAIRE RUSH and GENE JOHNSON
The Associated Press
PORTLAND, Ore. Cheng “Charlie” Saephan wore a broad smile and a bright blue sash emblazoned with...