We asked Santa to get to the bottom of some age-old Christmas mysteries.
A recent study from the Netherlands was published in a journal called PLOS-One, (Public Library of Science). It summarized a questionnaire survey of health care workers who had direct contact with COVID-19 patients in 2020 from two Amsterdam University Medical Centers (before a vaccine was a…
As you stare down your freshman year of college and contemplate living away from home, you’re probably facing a few “firsts” in terms of challenges: first roommate who isn’t a sibling, first time fending for yourself to make sure you’re eating properly, and if you have nasal allergies, food …
A couple of recent medical emails have referred to a survey study done by a group of Polish dermatologists to try to identify what, if any, problems people with known psoriasis had experienced when they got tattoos. They sent out a questionnaire survey and received 150 responses. The idea of…
There’s another new COVID-19 omicron viral variant, EG.5, on the block. It apparently has evolved or descended from one of the current dominant variants XBB.1.5. For the two-week period ending Aug. 5, the CDC variant proportions tracker that collects these figures projects that EG.5 will mak…
Meet Tabitha, the perfect furry companion for an active and adventurous home. This athletic and curious dog has a heart full of love for soft and squeaky toys, making playtime an absolute delight. With a natural inclination for games like tug of war and fetching tennis balls, Tabitha loves t…
If you are dreaming of the perfect summer vacation, one element certain to be excluded from your dream scenario would be an allergic reaction to a stinging insect.
Willow has the most squishable face with a smile that will light up your darkest days. She is a happy-go-lucky gal with a big heart full of endless love for her favorite people. Willow loves to go on walks and hikes, and enjoys running in a yard or playing a game of fetch to get her energy o…
It’s time for a tick talk (not Tok). Mid to late July is high tick season in the areas of the country they inhabit. And we humans love to invade their environs to cavort and recreate in those same sylvan glades. Ticks are just trying to survive by finding some warm-blooded mammal to dive int…
Gizmo Gizmo is a laid back, sweet guy who would love nothing more than to find his special someone. He absolutely adores pets and snuggles with his favorite people and will openly beg for attention when you are around. He is a fairly mellow man who likes to take long cat naps in a soft bed o…
I woke this morning to a heavy blanket of fog and mist shrouding the valley. Soon it will burn off as we move into the heat of the day.
A group of “elder statesmen,” or old guys, were discussing their medicines and the warning that some of them had gotten to avoid consuming grapefruit with some of their drugs.
Fedro is a timid little guy who can’t wait to get comfy so that he can show you what a charming and sweet goofball he is! He was nervous and mistrusting when he first arrived but is quickly learning that people will give him pets and tasty treats. When Fedro enters the room, he announces his…
There is nothing predictable about memories, which are sometimes as harsh as the strike of the hammer on the anvil and the next moment as soft as puffy clouds in the blue summer sky.
As this Hint is being written, it’s that time of year, when midsummer is in full bloom, and the weather is congenial to being in the great out-of-doors. People are cavorting in the woods and weeds, aka vegetation. Predictably, the wild parsnip is also in full bloom, seen easily in these part…
There’s a social media post that’s been circulating for a few years that shows a farmer driving a tractor baling hay with three people stacking bales on the wagon with the words: “You don’t know the meaning of hard work until you spend a summer baling hay.”
There’s a social media post that’s been circulating for a few years that shows a farmer driving a tractor baling hay with three people stacking bales on the wagon with the words: “You don’t know the meaning of hard work until you spend a summer baling hay.”
I am thankful in many ways for growing up and moving back to the farm but also appreciative of not having to stack hay bales anymore.
Handsome is a 1-year-old Cane Corso mix. He is a comedian in his own right and will entertain you with his goofiness and steal your heart with his happy-go-lucky personality. Handsome loves to play and can usually be found carrying his favorite toy with him everywhere — even on walks.
Beating the summer heat is a pretty simple task when it involves turning on the central air conditioning unit and staying indoors.
Gidget is a little girl with big ideas! This sweet and lively gal is eagerly waiting to find her forever home where she can spend her golden years. She is still quite active and curious despite being 9 years old, and she loves to explore her surroundings. Gidget enjoys being involved in what…
Francoise (pronounced Fran-swah) is ready to be the apple of your eye! She is the quintessential people’s cat. She is happy to greet anyone who enters her space with a cheerful chirp and a brush up against your leg. Fran absolutely adores attention and will crawl into your lap in seconds for…
WASHINGTON — Here’s a look at how area members of Congress voted over the previous week.
With a unanimous vote, the 21 members of the U.S. FDA’s vaccine committee recommended an update to the COVID-19 vaccine to better match the strains currently dominating infections in the U.S. and world.
Here are recent real estate transfers in the La Crosse area.