The roles of the various branches of the U.S. military
Each November, people across the United States and its territories honor the brave men and women who serve and have served in the various branches of...
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How to help aging veterans
According to data from the Department of Veterans Affairs, surveys from the Pew Research Center and the U.S. Census Bureau, there were more than 18...
Eight ways to honor veterans this November
Millions of people make considerable sacrifices to protect the freedoms of their fellow citizens. According to the Pew Research Center and data from the...
Pet of the Week
Faith is a 4 year old torti. She has been at the shelter for almost 2 years. She is a sweet girl who is very calm. Faith is an affectionate girl who...
Schuyler County Pet of the Week
Coal is a lab mix and he is around 8 months old. He loves to play and run around the yard. He gets along well with other dogs and he is very food...
One woman’s journey through breast cancer
Most everyone knows that October is Breast Cancer awareness month. We all hear the statistics of how one in eight women will get invasive breast cancer...
What breast cancer can do to the body
No woman wants to be diagnosed with breast cancer. A potentially fatal disease, breast cancer affects millions of women across the globe each year...
National Dental Hygiene Month
Dental health is an important component of daily life. Although clean teeth and gums make for a healthy mouth, oral health also is tied to general...
Harvest progressing ahead of average pace
Illinois crops matured above the average pace for most of the season, so it is no surprise to see some combines rolling a bit sooner than usual. But a...
Debunking certain myths surrounding breast cancer
Events like National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, community pink walks and other related fundraisers have been integral to raising awareness about the...