Beacon Senior News | The Voice of Adults 50+ in Western Colorado

Elderly man stares down confused at dozen or so bottles of pills on table in front of him.

Americans are over tested, over diagnosed and over medicated

by Melanie Wiseman on Mar 23, 2021 10:13AM

Grand Valley physician says it's time to take back control of your health.

Man leads group tour of four plus people on camels through the desert.

Safety in numbers: get traveling with a group tour

by Victor Block on Mar 23, 2021 09:57AM

Ready to get traveling again? Your perfect group tour awaits!

Ginger DeCavitch holds the 2019 State Archaeologist’s Award

Take pride in your heritage on Ute Heritage Day

by Jan Weeks on Mar 23, 2021 09:34AM

Retired teacher Ginger DeCavitch engages kids with Native culture on Ute Heritage Day

Grand Junction Regional Airport celebrates 90th anniversary

by Jan Weeks on Mar 22, 2021 04:12PM

In 1935 Walter Walker garnered support for what would become the first commercial airport on the Western Slope.

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Artists celebrate age with age-positive birthday cards

by Jan Weeks on Mar 22, 2021 03:48PM

Changing the Narrative sponsored a contest for greeting cards that are age appropriate and uplifting instead of disparaging to older folks.

Three pink buckets almost overflowing with cash, of multiple different bills

If you want buckets of money, take care of your retirement first

by Karen Telleen-Lawton on Mar 22, 2021 03:37PM

Wouldn’t it reduce your stress considerably to know you were on track to retire with buckets of money?

Home+Garden

Silhouette of man sitting near the edge of a rock cliff overlooking a view at sunrise

Living the dream of becoming a certified naturalist

Health+Wellness

Cartoon man passing gas or farting, with the image of a gas mask next to him

Passing gas is a necessity of life. So, let ’er rip!

Highlights

Buzz Electric owner Paul Brisco points to a lit lightbulb

Buzz Electric offers electrical services big and small

Paul Brisco opened Buzz Electric in 2020, bringing 20 years of electrical experience to the Grand Valley. Read More »

Stock image of a flat screen TV with the words "4K" on the screen

What to know when buying a new TV

Did you know that more expensive display TVs are displayed in dark corners of the store, which make them appear brighter? Read More »

Pick axe laying near petrified wood, used by Delta County Rock Wranglers

Delta County Rock Wranglers credits its founding to this incredible discovery

Rock hunting is a great hobby for all ages to enjoy the outdoors, appreciate nature and explore the earth sciences. Read More »

Stock photo, doctor explaining chart to older woman

Sometimes the doctor doesn’t know best

If you get anything from this column, it’s to drop the old school attitude of “Just do what the doctor says.” Read More »

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