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Improving Brain Health
New University of Virginia School of Medicine research suggests a novel method doctors may be able to implement to improve blood flow to the brain to battle Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases, like Parkinson’s.
Changing with the Times
Since its establishment in 1928, the FFA has promoted youth development and has become a nationally recognized standard in agricultural education.
It’s a Wash
Grooming advice to keep your dog clean and healthy March 2025 story courtesy of Family Features Regular grooming can keep your dog looking and smelling his or her best, but it’s also important for maintaining health. If you choose to groom at home rather than opting...
Safe Poultry Practices
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the virus, known as HPAI, in waterfowl in the Carolinas and Virginia in January, and in a backyard poultry flock in Fauquier County in February. The risk is greater for commercial poultry growers and by mid-February, the state veterinarian’s office had increased biosecurity protocols.
Savvy Farmers Plan Ahead
Weather, not the calendar, determines winter work on local farms Area farmers start making decisions about cold-weather work way before Old Man Winter blows into town. From left, Lynwood, Bates and Johnny Broaddus on Spring Hill Farms in Caroline County. For...
Canine Heroes
November-December 2021
A Future After COVID
Peace Corps is recruiting volunteers from diverse backgrounds
Be Alert, Slow Down
The arrival of fall signals more than just changing leaves and cooler weather.
New Ways to Boost Rural Areas
October 2021New Ways to Boost Rural Areas Electric cooperatives as engines of rural economic development There is hope for rural America’s future. But it’ll take strong working relationships, a dose of imagination and a lot of elbow grease to achieve it. That’s the...