Hidden in Plain Sight
If I asked you to name a chronic disease, you would probably think of conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, or dementia. The odds are, one of the most common chronic diseases would never cross your mind.
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Arbor Day Foundation sees increase in community tree planting in 2022
In a year in which the Arbor Day Foundation announced a focus on more of its community tree plantings in neighborhoods of greatest need, year-end data showed it completed 535 community tree planting projects — more than any year in its history.
LINDA C.BLACK HOROSCOPES
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (02/10/23). Benefits flow through communication this year. Personal practice builds self-confidence and ease. Adapt with winter changes for home and family, inspiring buzzing springtime creative communications. Alternative professional opportunities reorient your summer, leading to incredible autumn exploration and discovery. Talk about what you love.
Coach McClintock stepping down from HC at Sidney
A new era of Sidney volleyball will commence in the fall of 2023 as nine-year Head Coach Amy Mc-Clintock has officially decided to hang up the whistle this year after having guided the Cowgirls to another outstanding season.
Girls State Wrestling
A pair of SWI wrestlers competed during the Iowa girls’ high school state wrestling tournament last week. Clara Sapienza won two matches in four outings at the state meet.
Honored with a Quilt of Valor
On Thursday, Jan. 19, Dr.
Fremont County Long Term Disaster Recovery focus turns to preparedness
Following the flood of March 2019, the Fremont County Long Term Disaster Recovery Group (FCLTDRG) was resurrected to help in recovery. Its efforts included the distribution of nearly $240,000 in financial assistance, and the coordination of other goods and services to aid hundreds of flood survivors. With the flood finally in the past, the group is reorganizing to focus on preparing for future disasters, ensuring everyone is ready to respond efficiently and equitably in providing aid. FCLTDRG is now known as Fremont County Disaster Coalition (FCDC).
From the Fremont County Historical Society: Doll Buggy Parade in Hamburg 1933
The Fremont County Historical Society recently shared this photo on its Facebook page, and they allowed us to reprint it for your enjoyment. The photo shows a doll buggy parade and contest in July of 1933 in Hamburg.
Taxpayer resources
Q: What resources are available for taxpayers having issues with the IRS? A: As a taxpayer watchdog, I keep close tabs on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and champion efforts to strengthen taxpayer protections and customer service at the federal tax collecting agency. For example, I take seriously my congressional oversight work to ensure the bipartisan Taxpayer First Act I helped steer into law in 2019 is implemented as Congress intended.
Naig encourages applications for 2023 Century, Heritage Farm programs
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig encourages eligible Iowa farm owners to apply for the 2023 Century and Heritage Farm Program now through June 1. The program was created by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation to recognize families who have owned their farms for 100 years and 150 years, respectively.