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Is This True? Duct Tape Treats Warts
(This column is one in an occasional series that will discuss health tips that you may have heard, read about or seen on the internet.) Does elderberry syrup help prevent (or at least treat) the flu? Although there is no scientific evidence that I could find that elderberry syrup can help prevent influenza, a study […]
Dr. Graebe Launches Building Expansion
Nothing would distress behavioral optometrist Rick Graebe of Versailles more than for his practice to start a waiting list. A specialist in Vision Therapy, which is a kind of physical therapy for the eyes, brain and body, Dr. Graebe burns with a passion to help patients. The idea that people who need his services couldn’t […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Fred Farrier
Since football is so dependent on size, it’s unusual for underclassmen to make an impact on their high school teams. But exceptions to the rule manage to break through. Meet one such exception – Fred Farrier, a blazing fast wide receiver and defensive back for Franklin County High.
Asbury Educator of the Month: Renee Ware
Renee Ware’s math classroom at Baker Intermediate School in Winchester has been home to nearly everyone in her family. She’s spent all 23 years of her career in the same building – and has taught sixth, seventh and eighth graders. Both of her sons passed through her classroom – Jake as an eighth grader, Nate […]
Did I Just Ask: ‘Who Pooped in the Shower?’
The other evening as we were preparing our three children for bed, I walked into the bathroom and stopped in my tracks. “Who pooped in the shower?” I called out to my family. No one confessed to the crime, but I narrowed it down to the two children still in diapers. While I was bleaching […]
Peppa Pig Live At EKU Center for the Arts
Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and the whole crew from Nick Jr.’s “Peppa Pig” series will visit EKU’s Center for the Arts this November. Peppa Pig Live! is an action-packed show that features your favorite characters as life-sized puppets and costume characters. This year’s performance of Peppa Pig’s Surprise! will be full of singing, […]
Baby Bump Feedback November 2018
Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. October’s Question was: What is the craziest thing you’ve had to say to your children lately? “Don’t lick the door of the liquor store.” – Kellie Doligale “I have sunscreen on, so you can’t lick […]
Mom’s Book: This Special Path Is Not Easy
We settled into our chairs at a local coffee shop, sipping coffee as we met for the first time. I had read Heather Amos’ book, “I’m Not OK,” and had a broader appreciation and insight into the painful and lonely reality many parents face when their children have special needs. I had questions for this […]
LCT to Stage: The Snowy Day
Lexington Children’s Theater will present this fall “The Snowy Day” based on award-winning children’s books by Ezra Jack Keats. Peter and his red snow suit are ready to explore the snowcapped hills, streets and treetops outside. Throughout his journey, Peter will learn to whistle, write letters, deal with bullies and more. Don’t miss tagging along […]
2018 Holiday Gift Guide
Whether you’re shopping for an animal lover, an athlete or an artist we’ve got the perfect suggestion for your Holiday Shopping List! For the Science Girl Luciana Vega is American Girl’s 2018 Girl of the Year, a confident 11-year-old girl and aspiring astronaut pursuing her dream of being the first person on Mars. www.americangirl.com For the […]