Today's Features

Eleven members of the Spencer County 4-H Livestock Club attended the State Skill-a-thon that was held in Bowling Green on Feb. 16.  This was the largest contest ever with more contestants and teams.  We had several members attending this year for the very first time.

I managed to get through the whole season eating only our store of potatoes from the garden only because of the generous offerings of sweet potatoes from two other gardeners. I love it when I can go from harvest to planting and still have a few potatoes left in storage.
Homegrown potatoes, even the old ones in their slightly shriveled state, are far superior then the kind that come in a plastic bag. I am really ready to get my hands in the soil, and planting potatoes is just the thing to get the season rolling.

You may not have yet experienced alzheimer’s in your family, but it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or some other form of dementia is projected to reach 14 million in a number of years.
It is stated regularly that families caring for someone with dementia or AD are barely able to stay afloat. Observing a person sort of “disappear” while you’re actually watching it happen can be very depressing and disheartening, to say the least.

Dear Savvy Senior,
Are there any smartphones specifically designed for seniors that you know of? I’m interested in getting one, but at age 69, I want to find one that’s easy to see and use.  
Semi-Smart Senior

Dear Semi-Smart,
There are actually several manufacturers who are now making simplified smartphones with features designed primarily for older users who have limited experience with modern gadgetry. Here’s a rundown of what’s currently and soon-to-be available.