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Chris Brown, Christina Hovland and Elizabeth Wheeler hold books they published during the pandemic.

Writing in isolation

by Terri Benson on Apr 26, 2021 04:40PM

Three local authors wrote and published books during 2020's global pandemic

A bust of Mark Twain in front of the Mississippi River

Step into Tom Sawyer's world

by Diana Barnett on Apr 26, 2021 04:28PM

Visit the town that inspired Mark Twain.

Bert Poling poses with wood vase artwork in front of National Monument

Bert Poling literally "turns" wood into works of art

by Jan Weeks on Apr 26, 2021 04:16PM

After many years, this local artist finally followed his passion for woodturning and burning.

Cartoon drawing of ’50s mom holding baby with pink silhouette

Mom wasn’t royalty, but she ruled

by Michael Murphy on Apr 26, 2021 04:06PM

Happy Mother's Day to my family's reigning queen!

San Juan Dance Club Board members Pat Douglas and Ron Black dance together

Give dance a chance with the San Juan Dance Club

by Gary Robertson, San Juan Dance Club on Apr 26, 2021 04:00PM

Get in shape and socializing post-pandemic with dancing!

Silhouette of man saluting an American flag, which fills the background

The spirit of the fallen soldier

by Lynn Gendusa on Apr 26, 2021 03:48PM

Will America heed the lessons of its fallen heroes or seek more war?

Home+Garden

A cluster of 7+ red tomatoes on a vine

How to best plant tomatoes and the Three Sisters

Health+Wellness

Older woman sitting on edge of couch, holding face in both hands

What you need to know about mental health care

Highlights

Group of 14 ladies in costume pose while performing in "Oklahoma!" for Magic Circle Players

The show will go on with Magic Circle Players

Magic Circle Players adapts performances to pandemic times Read More »

Black and brown puppy lying on floor, looking up with classic "puppy dog eyes"

Am I too old for a puppy?

Maybe I’d be better off getting a hamster. Read More »

Exterior of Eagle Ridge of Grand Valley sign and side of brick building

Feel at home at Eagle Ridge of Grand Valley

The 70-bed skilled nursing home offers 24-hour care for both long-term and short-term stays. Read More »

Angry man in business suit on phone holds clipboard with stamp "final notice"

Facing foreclosure? Watch out for scams

Mortgage and rental scams are on the rise due to COVID Read More »

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