By Erika Weisensee, Oregon Writer I’ve got friends and family members who look stunning in full color. My mom looks great in turquoise and red, my mother-in-law in blues and pinks, my sister in green. Yes, I admire color on other people, yet when it comes to buying my own […]

By Nisha Jackson PhD, MS, WHCNP, HHP Southern Oregon Radio Host If you think you are burned out by toxic stress, you probably are. The good news is that you can regain balance and put an end to the hormonal turmoil. It all comes down to self-care. Solutions for the […]

By Randall W. Haveman, DVM, MS Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital Some foods are acceptable as treats and some are harmful to your dog or cat.  Guess which of these six foods are safe for your pet: 1.)    Peas 2.)    Onions 3.)    Bread Dough 4.)    Squash 5.)    Rum Cake 6.)    Butter

By Jean Tracy Kids Discuss NW Parenting expert This parenting secret comes from Jeni. Jeni is a wonderful wife, mother and working mom. In fact, Jeni is married to my son, Brian. They have 2 children. A 6- year-old and a 2-year-old. Here’s Jeni’s tip. Parenting Secret: Effective Parents Follow […]

The Oregon Food Bank has a great idea: They are encouraging gardeners around our state to plant a little extra (a few plants or even a row) to help the hungry. OFB’s “Plant a Row” campaign is a simple but important way to make a difference. “Simply plant a little […]

By Judy Scott Oregon State University Extension Office CORVALLIS, Ore. – If you love fresh, home-grown cilantro to flavor dinner and basil to toss into salads, it’s good to know that how you grow herbs and when you harvest them can make a big difference in how they taste. Ross […]

By Erika Weisensee, Oregon Writer We waited an extra long time this year for some nice weather. Here we are in the middle of July and finally getting some long stretches of sunny days. Yesterday, with temperatures in the low ’80s, I soaked in the beauty of the day. I […]

by Sandy, Southern Oregon Reluctant Entertainer Don’t over-complicate $200! The easiest yard sale tips: Yesterday I didn’t want to do it. But I did.For about a month my friend Jenny and I had been talking about holding a yard sale. In fact, we set the date and then the “stuff” […]

Chantelle K. Dockter, MA Licensed Professional Counselor CCCOW, Question: I am normally an upbeat, happy person, however I have noticed that in the winter I don’t have much energy and I often feel sad for no apparent reason. Usually by the time school is out I am fine, but this […]

By Jean Tracy Kids Discuss NW Parenting expert The following parenting tip is from my friend, Marilyn. In a nearby school district, Marilyn started an alternative high school for dropouts. The school district gave up on these kids. Thanks to Marilyn’s hard work, many graduated from her school. Because Marilyn […]