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  • Just Saying... Just Saying…

    Blue Moons and Red Food Color By Q.C. Jones “Blue Moon of Kentucky keep on shining…” was the signature line of a song written by Bill Monroe, aka the Father of Blue Grass Music back in 1945. The song went on to national prominence as a top country hit in 1947. Elvis Presley later “rocked u...

  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Davenport, Iowa Office YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Davenport, Iowa Office

    By Pam Shaw Social Security District Manager Davenport Social Security Office GENERAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD FOR MEDICARE PART B If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within 3 months before or after turning age 65, you have another chance each year during the General Enrollme...

  • Milestones Mealsites Now Open Milestones Mealsites Now Open

    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...

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

    Twice Baked Potatoes 2 large baking potatoes 1/2 pound lean bacon 1 /2 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese, divided 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon dried chives 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teasp...

  • Signs and Symbols of February Signs and Symbols of February

    By Eloise Graham Amethyst is the birthstone for February. It is a purple variety of quartz. The name “amethyst” gets its meaning from the Greek amethystos which means a remedy against drunkeness. Amethysts were also believed to keep the wearer clear headed and quick witted. The Renaissance Euro...

  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER PUBLISHER’S CORNER

    Leaving a Living Legacy By Eloise Graham February 14 is known as Valentine’s Day. A day for giving candy, flowers … maybe even your heart. February 14 is also National Donor Day. Reminiscing about National Donor Day, I decided to relate my story…  or rather that of my husband Jim. Some ...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    What Resources Are Available for Individuals with Hearing Loss in my Community? By Laura Schroeder, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Help obtaining hearing aids Insurance - It is always worth a phone call to your insurance company to find out if they have any hearing aid benefits. You may...

  • Caring for Sansevieria Caring for Sansevieria

    By Aaron J. Steil Iowa State University Externsion Horticulture Specialist Sansevieria, also known as snake plant, St. George’s sword or mother-in-law's tongue, is a resilient houseplant that is grown for its striking appearance and low maintenance needs. Its tall, sword-like leaves and unique v...