I arose this weekend morning thinking I would be going to “wake-up” tennis clinic, held at 8:30 A.M. every Saturday at Sun Oaks. I’m well aware of the calls for social distancing to minimize the risk of infection by COVID-19,… Continue Reading
I authored a version of the following document on Thursday, March 5, 2020. I didn’t write it in my professional capacity as an infectious disease researcher, but rather as a personal note to my friends and family about the emerging… Continue Reading
Editor’s note: This is an encore publication of a piece written by Richard Douse, a long-time ANC writer, reader and supporter. He died on Feb. 28, 2019. He was 79. The current flu epidemic is bad, but I don’t think… Continue Reading
Cancelled due to COVID19 concerns The Whole Earth and Watershed Festival is an annual, community-wide celebration of Earth Day featuring activities, exhibits, Live Music Fest on 2 stages, films, artists, and local food that will delight and inspire people of all ages.… Continue Reading
For anyone who had landscaping that experienced burn related trauma due to the Carr Fire or recent local fires and needs replacement trees, shrubs or plants, the Shasta College and the Shasta Master Gardeners will be having a plant giveaway… Continue Reading
Oh, Valentine’s Day. You look so innocent – all sweetness, hearts and flowers. It’s unfortunate that such a seemingly simple day of love, friendship and affection has grown into a Godzilla-sized emotional super-power day of extremes. It can bring joy… Continue Reading
I recently had a client call to say that her provider will not accept the MAPD plan in which she enrolled. At the time of her enrollment, I spent a great deal of time cautioning her about being sure that… Continue Reading
The recent $1.4 Trillion spending package signed by the President includes some important actions regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA, also known as Obamacare). The President and Republicans campaigned on repeal and replacement of the ACA, but to date have… Continue Reading
Many kids will be out of school for winter break and will need something to do other than watch TV. Today’s activity will make kids – and birds – happy. In the last few weeks I’ve shared some holiday crafts… Continue Reading
In a previous column we talked about the new insurance mandate for California residents (SB78) that is effective 1/1/2020. I explained how the state of California is also adding additional subsidies to assist individuals in payment of the premiums, if… Continue Reading
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