by Judy L. Thomas and Laura Bauer Fentanyl has killed more than 850 in KC area. NINA STRADA, 22. DIED: JUNE 23, 2021 ‘She was that girl who would light up a room with her smile and her giggle’ On the surface, life was good for Nina Strada in mid-2021. The 22-year-old esthetician had justContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Fridays: True Stories from Missouri- Nina Strada”
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15 Cars That Will Last You Twice as Long as the Average Vehicle
by Grace Chevrolet Avalanche Avalanche is known for its impressive longevity, often surpassing the average vehicle lifespan two-fold. Its rugged reliability doesn’t compromise comfort or style, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a vehicle that truly goes the distance. This is more than a truck; it’s a testament to Chevrolet’s commitment to longevity and excellence. HondaContinue reading “15 Cars That Will Last You Twice as Long as the Average Vehicle”
Mental Health Mondays: Signs That You Were Raised by Toxic Parents
by Soo Kim Do you have low self-esteem, lack boundaries, fear rejection and find it hard to cope with stress and anxiety? There are some of the signs that you may have been raised by toxic parents. Psychiatrist Dr. Cassandra Boduch, chief medical officer at PsychPlus, told Newsweek that a toxic person is typically defined as “someoneContinue reading “Mental Health Mondays: Signs That You Were Raised by Toxic Parents”
True Crime Sundays: An Idaho woman sues her fertility doctor, says he used his own sperm to impregnate her 34 years ago
by Gene Johson Sharon Hayes said in the lawsuit that she sought fertility care from Dr. David R. Claypool, an obstetrician and gynecologist in Spokane, Washington, in 1989. SPOKANE, Wash. — An Idaho woman is suing her one-time fertility doctor, saying he secretly used his own sperm to inseminate her 34 years ago — theContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: An Idaho woman sues her fertility doctor, says he used his own sperm to impregnate her 34 years ago”
Opioid Crisis Fridays: True Stories from Missouri. Taylor Everitt, 24
by Judy L. Thomas and Laura Bauer Died: October 28, 2020 Fentanyl has killed more than 850 in KC area. fter a critical crash, he suffered from leg pain. And bought a pill Becca Everitt had come home late from work the night before her son died. At the time, Taylor — who she calledContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Fridays: True Stories from Missouri. Taylor Everitt, 24”
Why you ‘regress’ when you go home for the holidays — and how to avoid it
by Taylor Nicioli When Gloria Chavez was planning on going home for the holidays for the first time since moving out as an 18-year-old, she found herself anxious at the thought of sitting in her childhood home’s living room, surrounded by family members she hadn’t seen in a while. Once there, Chavez, who was 20Continue reading “Why you ‘regress’ when you go home for the holidays — and how to avoid it”
‘Money dysmorphia’ could be keeping you from building wealth, expert says
by Ryan Ermey In the world of mental health, “dysmorphia” describes an obsessive focus on perceived defects in one’s body. People with body dysmorphic disorder may find themselves constantly comparing themselves unfavorably with the appearance of others. Ali Katz, an estate lawyer and founder of the Family Wealth Planning Institute, sees an analogous phenomenon inContinue reading “‘Money dysmorphia’ could be keeping you from building wealth, expert says”
5 Notable Museums Opening in 2024 and Beyond
Plan now to see these impressive institutions across the U.S. by Robert Annis Museum fans take note: Several impressive institutions are on schedule to open in the near future. And some dramatic renovations are also in the works (hint: History buffs will be happy). The following options cover a range of interests, but all promise toContinue reading “5 Notable Museums Opening in 2024 and Beyond”
Healthcare Awareness Mondays: Health Panel: Adults Under 65 Should Be Screened for Anxiety
Doctors should be checking for the common mental health condition by Rachel Nania If you’re under 65, your next check-up could include a new screening — one for anxiety. A panel of medical experts is, for the first time, recommending that adults under the age of 65 get screened annually by their primary care physician for theContinue reading “Healthcare Awareness Mondays: Health Panel: Adults Under 65 Should Be Screened for Anxiety”
6 Ways To Reduce Your Property Taxes
by John Waggoner ermites are probably the only thing homeowners dislike more than property taxes. The average home price has soared an average 11.8 percent a year over the past three years, according to the Standard & Poor’s CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index. Although that’s wonderful, your property taxes have probably risenContinue reading “6 Ways To Reduce Your Property Taxes”
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