December 2015

Seven Tips For Buying A New Mattress

(NAPSI)—A mattress is one of the most important purchases you’ll ever make, after all, you spend approximately a third of your life in bed. In many ways, it’s like buying a car: research and comparison-shopping are essential; comfort, safety and budget are key considerations; and the number of choices can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to lose sleep over it. These seven tips can help you find the mattress of your dreams:

Sadie B. Randolph

Sadie B. Randolph, 91, of Jonesboro, died at 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016 in the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She was born Oct. 18, 1924 in Muskogee County, Oklahoma, the daughter of Jessie and Maudie (Helt) Allen. She married Charles Randolph. He preceded her in death in 1983.

Teens and Volunteering: The Fast Facts

(StatePoint) Volunteering contributes to a strong community, but the benefits can extend to the volunteer, too.

A recent study, conducted by Prudential Financial’s Spirit of Community Awards, surveyed teenagers nationwide about their attitudes toward volunteering. While teenagers cite “helping others” as a top reason for wanting to volunteer, nine in 10 volunteers say that doing so makes them feel good about themselves.

The road to recovery: What you need to know about addiction

(BPT) - Drug and alcohol addiction can destroy careers, tear apart families and ruin lives. With 43,982 total drug-induced deaths each year, addiction continues to be a problem in the United States.

“Experiencing or watching a loved one battle an addiction is heartbreaking,” says JJ Bush, Executive Director of Behavior Rehabilitation Services. “But there is always hope. Years of research in the field has provided insight into the most effective treatment options. The treatments for addiction recovery are now more effective than ever.”

5 Reasons to Use Canola Oil

(Family Features) Do you know what’s in a bottle of vegetable oil? Well, clearly not lettuce, carrots or tomatoes, but not necessarily a specific oil either. That’s because vegetable oil is made from any number of oils – soybean, sunflower and/or corn, for example – which means its nutritional content and culinary performance are unspecified, too. Here’s why cooking with 100 percent canola oil is your best bet and some delicious ways to do it.

<div style="float:left">

Little-Known Cold War Hero And Little-Known Cold War Facts

(NAPSI)—Attorney James B. Donovan—an American hero from U.S. history’s Cold War era under Presidents Eisenhower and Kennedy—was little known to most until the recent release of Steven Spielberg’s Academy Award®-nominated motion picture “Bridge of Spies.” A man of many achievements, Donovan is the center of the film, which depicts him defending Soviet spy Rudolf Abel and then negotiating the 1962 exchange of Abel for the Russian-captured American U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers. The film is available in various High-Definition formats from Walt Disney Studios.

Transform your home today, stay safe tomorrow

(BPT) - While many can only dream of the day they’ll retire, for baby boomers, that dream is quickly becoming a reality. By the year 2030, approximately 20 percent of Americans are expected to be age 65 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But retirement doesn’t necessarily mean relocating to a senior community. More and more, adults choose to “age in place,” remaining in their current home, even after retirement. Here are a few ways to add extra convenience today — and ensure a safe home in the future.

Proper flu etiquette to help keep you and your family flu-free

(BPT) - It came out of nowhere. The sudden fever, aches, and chills you’re experiencing are unbearable. You crawl into bed, thinking there’s not much you can do. You already feel guilty for bringing the flu home to your kids and spouse. You can try to fight it, but the virus will likely make its way through your household. Right?

Pages

The Gazette-Democrat

112 Lafayette St.
Anna, Illinois 62906
Office Number: (618) 833-2158
Email: news@annanews.com

Sign Up For Breaking News

Stay informed on our latest news!