What do ticks, fleas, and mosquitos have in common? They can all spread disease. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the diseases cases from these bites more than tripled between 2004-2016 in the United States. Outdoor workers such as lawn care professionals and construction workers are among those at risk […]
Celebrate Older Americans
May is the Administration on Aging’s Older Americans Month, a time to recognize and appreciate all of the ways that older adults make a difference in our communities. The 2018 theme is Engage at Every Age; you’re never too old (or young) to participate in activities that can enhance your wellbeing. There are many great […]
Celebrate the Ripley County Bicentennial
The Ripley County Bicentennial Celebration will take place on Sunday, April 15th from 1-5 p.m. at the Ripley County Fairgrounds Park in Osgood, Indiana. Celebrate all things Ripley County on this special day! Explore an art gallery featuring Ripley County artists (past and present!) and check out displays and demonstrations from several local clubs including […]
Watch Out for These New Tax Scams
Scammers are constantly looking for new ways to trick folks by masquerading as legitimate businesses or organizations. It’s important to stay vigilant, especially if someone contacts you asking for your personal or financial information. Scams can be extra effective around tax time. In this blog post, we’ll explore a few recent tax scams so you’ll […]
Fighting Drugged Driving
With a nation in the midst of an opioid epidemic and increased marijuana legalization, what is being done to prevent drug-impaired drivers (DUIDs) from getting behind the wheel? There are clear processes in place for testing drivers who may be impaired by alcohol, but while driving under the influence of drugs is illegal in all […]
