Snow days! No school! Slippery slopes! Little Johnny says, “Yeah!” Sliding down a hill and slipping coming back up. Snowball fights, snow angels, snow cream, and hot cocoa. …

New babies in the family, friends with young children discussing vaccines, and the national debate on social media got me thinking about vaccines for infants and young children. So, I did a little …

In an era where a college degree is sold as the golden ticket to success, it's worth pausing to ask: Are we getting what we pay for? Skyrocketing tuition, mountains of student debt, and graduates …

As I write this Tuesday morning, much of Tennessee has been covered by a beautiful—if inconvenient—blanket of snow and ice for the past three days. Some areas were hit harder than others, with …

Retirement is something most couples look forward to. It can mean more free time and the chance to do more things you've both been anticipating. But sometimes retirement can bring changes that …

All my life I was trained to do what I was told to do by my superiors, which included my parents. When I joined the Navy, I was ordered to get up by a superior and I got up because I was raised to do …

Listening to the scanner with communications from law enforcement has recalled the need for researching and writing about self-defense. Sad to say it is not only women who need some information, but …

The sun shone brightly, the sky clear with a gentle breeze. Stepping outside in my shirtsleeves to enjoy the scene. Stepping back in just as quickly as the thunder rumbled, The …

It seems obvious that “Children are not little adults.” But we often forget that simple truth in interacting with our children, resulting in unnecessary frustration for both us and them. The …

If I asked a girl for a date on Saturday night and if she wanted to date me, she would give me her address. I would go there to pick her up about an hour early.  I had to go to the front …

Often there are complaints on Facebook about things that are missing in the community. Things like good jobs, sports complexes, or sidewalks. There are comments that “they” should do this or …

Hopes and plans go awry, the best laid plans. Dreams are shattered, turning into nightmares. Efforts are not good enough, belayed by stress and anxiety. Inevitably an ego gets in the …

With the possibility of colder weather on the horizon, a look at the possibilities of mysterious effects is interesting. Snow rollers are a rare meteorological phenomenon where cylindrical snowballs …

The Doughnut Man has a plan to make us all dependent, On doughnut holes and jelly rolls and goodies quite resplendent! He bakes all night and makes them right: They’re tender, fresh …

Information is essential to ensure as a community we all have the best situation possible for everyone to go forward. Events happening now and those that are possible in the future need discussion. …

I heard a Mother say: “My child I admire your patience. You make me proud for the interest you show in others. Your focused attention and appreciation for music and art are …

The holiday season is here, which for many can mean family get-togethers. It would be wonderful if every family gathering was a Norman Rockwell-type scene, but unfortunately, most families are a …

Research shows that getting older does not necessarily mean a person’s driving days are over, but some aspects of aging can affect one’s ability to drive safely. Keeping track of changes in …

Memories, memories, memories! Built on experiences in life. Precious, pleasant, and pure. Children squeal as the parade passes. Collecting candy thrown from the floats. …

As a long-time member of the Holladay McIllwain Volunteer Fire Department, I feel I should remind everyone of some fire safety tips when dealing with extreme cold, along with some tips for dealing …