North Pole Bag Santa has a lot of tools which help him do his job. Some of them are in his North Pole Bag. These tools include keys to the North Pole... Read more »
Art Therapy can benefit all ages. Coloring books for adults have been used to relieve stress. When working with an art therapist, people can work on post-traumatic stress, self-perception and manage chronic... Read more »
New Horizons Healthcare has made women’s health a priority. The non-profit has opened a new center called “Well Woman Care.” Shelley Olds picked up cycling in her late 20s, but that did... Read more »
Christmas Cookies Many families leave Christmas cookies for Santa. These sweet treats actually help sustain him throughout his journey. What he doesn’t eat he shares with the elves. If some remain they... Read more »
Ancestry and Genealogy Ancestry and genealogy research can bring our pasts to life it can also uncover some unsavory items from our family history. Darlene Smithwick has taken that journey into the... Read more »
Shingles and Pneumonia Vaccinations As we age our immune system may weaken opening the door to illnesses such as shingles or pneumonia. Both have vaccinations that can help prevent the conditions. Dr... Read more »
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way in Alzheimer’s care, support and research.... Read more »
Adopting four-legged family members Thinking of adopting a four-legged family member. Your local animal shelter is ready to welcome your visit. Before you head out the door watch this episode of Sisterhood... Read more »
There’s a new brain injury every 21 seconds in the United States. Brain injury can be sudden and traumatic—the result of a fall or an accident—or it can go unrecognized until unexplained... Read more »
Joyce Waugh has been leading the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades. Under her leadership the region has continued to thrive during difficult times. Retiree Libby Wilcox has... Read more »
