Lifestyle
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‘We’re seeing a big issue’: Kane County to consider compassionate euthanasia for petsMar 08, 2024 1:32 pm - Amid a surge in animal health and behavior problems, Kane County may offer low-cost euthanasia services for the first time. Kane County Animal Control Executive Director ...
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Building a friendship: How Geneva homebuilder, Iraq War veteran bonded during construction of a home with smart technologyMar 08, 2024 6:00 am - When Geneva builder George Havlicek agreed to construct a home for Iraq War veteran Patrick Scrogin through Gary Sinise’s RISE foundation, he didn’t know he’d also be building a lasting friendship with Scrogin.
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Setting up your kids for lifelong nutritional successMar 08, 2024 6:00 am - Parents can help their child build good food habits by involving them in the food gathering process and regularly scheduling meals together, with no technology.
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Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy are meant for long-term use. Some patients want to stopMar 08, 2024 6:00 am - Weight-loss drugs are designed to be taken continuously but some patients would like to ease off the drugs. Others are losing access to the drugs because of insurance coverage and supply problems.
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Study raises questions about plastic pollution’s effect on heart health
Mar 08, 2024 5:00 am - A study published this week revealed evidence of plastics in blocked blood vessels and researchers suggested a link between the tiny particles and heart disease. Others say more research is needed.
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Board ponders how to pay for maintaining dog areaMar 07, 2024 5:18 pm - Charging only dog owners a fee for maintaining the dog run area is not a simple thing, and one not yet settled by the courts.
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Why are clocks set forward in the spring? Thank wars, confusion and a hunger for sunlight
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A meatless meal to enjoy during LentMar 07, 2024 6:00 am - This recipe for Herby Rice and Black Bean Salsa Burrito Bowl from Niki Webster's "Rainbow Bowls" is full of protein-rich beans, flavorful herbed rice and satisfying avocado.
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Spanish and Mexican chorizo are different, but both pack a flavor punch
Mar 07, 2024 6:00 am - There’s a wide world of chorizo out there. While the sausages found in these regions might share the same or a similar name, they vary from place to place and even among the people within each.
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Keep it clean: Best practices for bird feeding, birdbathsMar 07, 2024 6:00 am - Feeding and providing water for birds is a good thing, but keep the feeders clean and the heaters covered to protect birds from illness and injury.