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Breathing for Better Digestion – By Louise Lavergne
1 in 4 Americans suffer at least once a month from heartburn...
Public Enemy #1! By The Weed Wrangler, Bob Budesa
Puncturevine, aka goathead has tiny thorns which spike tires, shoes and feet! June 16th is a great "Pull Together" event...
Soul Matters – by Katherine Ingram
Thought about titling it “In praise of indolence,” because I always want to write something witty...
The Britt Festival (continued) – By Paula and Terry Erdmann
The Britt Festival: Between rock and a hilly place...
Focus on the Farm – By Pamela Sasseen
Hanley Farm again holding Children's Heritage Fair, Tours and Picnic and New Dinner Series!
My View, June 2012 – by Publisher, Whitman Parker
An old-fashioned community picnic is in the works...
‘Tis the Season – for Roses & Deer
All of us in Jacksonville can relate to this wonderful short story by Ed Rose...
Thanks to Jacksonville-Applegate Rotary!
Letter to the Editor thanks the Rotary for Beekman House help...
Celebrating 70!
Lee and Faye Harter celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary at Pioneer Village
Focus on the Farm – Bill Hanley, By Pamela Sasseen
William "Bill" Hanley must have had much of his father’s, Michael Hanley's, pioneering spirit in him...
Floral Displays at Church – by Kay Faught
This May column is a tribute to the unsung and silent church volunteers...
Ten Keys to Happiness – by Kate Ingram
Seems to me that the concept of “pursuing” happiness is wrong-headed...
A Day in the Life…of a Mom – By Michelle Hensman
Then everything is so clear, I need a get-away!
Life Lessons from Blossoms – by Louise Lavergne
Life is not always logical but rather tropological.
HomeWorx – by Cheryl von Tress
The Beautiful Bilger House gets a tasteful makeover...
On Horse Racing – by Mayor Paul Becker
I recall hearing a phrase that “Life is like a horse race."
Britt Festival: Half a Century & Just Getting Started – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
It wasn’t until l978 that other tuneful sounds were added to the mix at Britt...
Jacksonville Disaster Drill May 5th
Be alert to the Disaster Drill in the morning in the Westmont/Pair-A-Dice Area...
Create Curb Appeal and Living Enjoyment with Landscape Features – by Adam Haynes
Outdoor projects can freshen-up and enhance your entire home environment.
We Were Given a Rare and Remarkable Music Program
Lauren Pelon performed Sunday at the Library - and the audience was enthralled...
A Story of Friendship – by Whitman Parker, Publisher
I needed a dedicated helper like John...
Bigham Knoll, Where Education is THE Family Value
For the children of Jacksonville, their “Tomorrow-land” is already here...
Gratitude Garden – by Louise Lavergene
A great way to integrate yoga and gardening by creating what I call a “gratitude garden...
Gardening: A Family Value – by Adam Haynes
A garden is a great family activity...
Fabulous and Easy Pizza Dough – by Constance Jesser
Yummy pizza - with some great photos!
Romeo & Juliet – by Paula & Terry Erdmann
It’s not too late to hang out with the world’s most famous young lovers...
Tackling Our Dragons – by Kate Ingram, M.A.
Facing life’s dragons is nothing less than a life or death decision.
Fire Season Around the Corner – by Fire Chief, Devin Hull
Wildland fire season this year is predicted to be one of the worst in years...
Business Spotlight – Renaissance Upholstery
Raul and Kathleen moved their very successful business from Santa Barbara...
A Spanking Story – by Michelle Hensman
Spanking is a highly charged, controversial form of discipline...
Jacksonville is Full of Unsung Heroes and Volunteers – by Mayor Paul Becker
The quiet efforts of volunteers make Jacksonville the town we all want to live in.
Meet Your Farmer – by Linda Davis
HappyDirt Veggie Patch is a diversified vegetable farm...
Hanley Farm Partners With Jacksonville Market CSA
CSA’s are composed of local farmers who grow a variety of fresh produce and products...
Are Your Arms Too Short? By Julie Danielson, O.D.
Trouble reading up-close? Here's some great tips from our own Optometrist!
Hiking with Young Children – by Michelle LaFave
Hiking adventures with your growing family will be wonderful if you take a few minutes to prepare...
Neo-Country Style – by Cheryl von Tress
A home decor trend has emerged as enduring, inviting and comfortable ...
What is the Right Amount of Salt? By Mary Ann Carlson
The problem most of us have is not getting too little salt, it’s getting way too much.
Letter of Thanks and Goodbye to Gracie
Gracie, the Cattle Dog, passed away on March 2...
Community CPR Class Tonight!
2012 Class Schedule for the Great Classes offered by YOUR Fire Department!!
Power of Positive Thought – By Louise Lavergne
The mind is like a magnifying glass; what we focus on, we multiply...
Going Native in Your Garden – by Michael Flaherty
Native plants are often misunderstood, and are beautiful, easy-to-care-of additions to any garden...
Hanley Farm Redwood Tree – by Pamela Sasseen
The wood is petrified Metasequoia from the Oligocene era, approximately 23 to 34 million years ago...
Leprechauns in America – by Michelle Hensman
Did you know the interesting history of leprechauns?
Getting Ready for Spring – By Adam Haynes
Great tips for getting your lawn and garden looking its best
Simplify, Simplify – by Kate Ingram, M.A.
I am concerned that as a society we are as much consumed as consumers...
Healthy Eating = Healthy Eyes, by Julie Danielson, O.D.
Healthy Eating Habits Play a Role in Eye Health
In honor of Save Your Vision Month, celebrated each March, the doctor and staff at Jacksonville Vision Clinic would like to remind residents in Jacksonville about the importance of healthy eating habits for optimum eye health.
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What It Takes To Become A Firefighter – By Fire Chief Devin Hull
Your Career as a Firefighter is Just One Good Performance Test Away
The Importance of HARC – by Mayor Paul Becker
The importance of our heritage as a historic treasure makes HARC significant...
The Illusion of Perfection – by Cheryl von Tress
It’s rare to find a space that is entirely perfect...
Inspiration For Container Gardening – by Kay Faught
Many garden tour devotees know about Mira Wingfield and her garden on Schafer Lane...