Archive for Community

  • Why Men’s Health Matters: The Role of Fathers in Family Health Why Men’s Health Matters: The Role of Fathers in Family Health

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com Father figures deserve tremendous credit for the countless contributions to their families. Their health and lifestyle choices notably impact the overall well-being of their families. They also play...

  • Just Saying... Just Saying…

    Reliving the Junes of Days Past By Q.C. Jones I don’t know about you, but for your pal QC Jones, June has always marked the official launch of summer. It didn’t sneak in with a whisper or tiptoe like spring. No, sir, June barged in like a sunburned uncle with a boombox and no interest in stayi...

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

      Strawberry Shortcake BISCUITS Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups (345 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for hands and work surface* 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar 4 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt (I recommend fine sea salt) ...

  • Milestones Mealsites Schedule June 2025 Milestones Mealsites Schedule June 2025

    All meal inquiries call 1-855-410-6222 Cancellations ONLY call 563-484-3108 Mealsites are now open. Please call for required reservations 1-2 days in advance. Contact your Community Café or call 563-484-3108 Site listings: Cumberland House 332-9339, Edgewater on Third 484-3108, Eldridge 285-0...

  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER PUBLISHER’S CORNER

    June Is Fabulous with a Capital “F” By Eloise Graham F is for Family Reunions. They are prevalent in June. Many families plan a family reunion on Memorial Day Weekend. Often, this will extend over into the first part of June. School is out and perhaps the organized summer activities have not y...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Are there lifestyle changes that can help my hearing? Hearing loss is often viewed as something that can only be managed with technology, such as hearing aids or cochlear implants. While these tools are vital, lifestyle also plays a significan...

  • Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts: Income for Later in Life Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts: Income for Later in Life

    By Craig Schillig, FSCP, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor You may hope to live to an old age, but a longer life means that you'll have even more years of retirement to fund. You may even run the risk of outliving your savings and other income sources. Even though you may have set...

  • Supporting Life’s  Next Chapter:  How Senior Move Management Services Can Ease Your Transition Supporting Life’s Next Chapter: How Senior Move Management Services Can Ease Your Transition

    By Korinne Masse Perfectly Organized Transitioning to a new home later in life is more than a logistical task—it’s an emotional and life-changing experience. Whether it’s downsizing from a longtime family home, relocating to a retirement community, or moving closer to loved ones, this type...