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I tend to shy away from trying to describe myself in 255 characters or less because I like to think that the sum of who I am is much more indescribable. But here goes! My favorite color is purple, I am married with three kids and my sense of humor is mostly intact. Education/Experience: School of Hard Knocks (PhD), Southern Oregon State College (BS- English) Interests: Parenting, writing, reading, wasting time Affiliations: Jobs with Justice, Peace House URL |
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Peggy Rose of Ashland, Oregon talks about life after 80.
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Lead poisoning is quietly harming hundreds of thousands of children across the United States.
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If I could afford to send President Bush some personalized M&M's, this is what they might say.
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Sometimes kids are our best teachers!
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Teaching kids how to recycle can lead to a lifetime of caring about our planet.
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Going to a thrift store can be an adventure because you never know what you might find.
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Identifying good nursing homes in your community is the first step for seniors who want to take charge of their health.
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If you have just been told to write a poem, you might not be feeling creative. This guide will help you get started.
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It's prom time and before you can shop for a new dress, you have to find a quality date. Here's the scoop!
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Morel mushrooms are prized by gourmet cooks and you can make some money hunting for them.
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A look at the historical signifigance and pop culture desirability of marshmallow Peeps.
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What types of senior housing options are available and what do they consist of?
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An article that covers what haggling is and how to negotiate for better prices on big ticket items.
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The Pew Center recently released a report that says Oregon spends more on prisons than any other state in the union.
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My reaction to President Bush's announcement that we are not heading into a recession.
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A guide for visitors to Ashland Oregon, which is in the middle of the Rogue Valley.
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Having a zombie survival kit and knowing what you need to have on hand will go a long way to surviving a zombie outbreak.
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Can't sleep at night? Start thinking about the top 10 dead people you would most like to have dinner with.
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What I wish I could go back in time to teach my thirteen year old self.
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Visitors to Newport Oregon will find campgrounds, fun activities, museums and more!
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Local gold mining companies say they are seeing an increase in business. Is a gold rush ahead?
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Creative ways to find your one-of-a-kind prom dress without spending a lot of money.
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Dennis Miller's new show Amnesia does not live up to NBC's hype.
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Knowing how to sum up what is most important in someone else's life can be difficult, but writing a good obit can help you say goodbye.
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A small group of Talent, Oregon children recently ingested wild hemlock, which is a poisonous plant that is found throughout the United States.
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Real estate agents are reporting an increase in the number of homes that are being wrecked as they are being foreclosed.
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What to do when your family comes down with a bad strain of the flu.
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Surrogacy in India is becoming a growing business. A look at the implications of reproductive tourism.
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Walgreen's benefits from Internet buzz and some consumers lose out on advertised deal.
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Cut corners on expensive play dates and parent on the cheap!
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Bennett Tanner was a homeless man who lived in Ashland, Oregon. He died in a fire in Lithia Park. Today, his friends said goodbye.
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Veggie Bites look like fried vegetables, but they are actually baked and taste good!
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Adjacent Oregon communities handle homelessness differently.
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Using the latest marketing strategy for selling foreclosed homes, a Medford Oregon realtor is offering "repo tours".
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On February 29, 2008, Gorton's volunarily recalled Crispy Battered Fish Filets. Can we trust Gorton's?
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Before carousels were seen as an art form, a Lithuanian photographer, Izis, captured the magic of a silent Merry Go Round.
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Mountainside Dental in Ashland Oregon offers state of the art techniques in dental care.
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Check your freezer and see if you have any Hot Pockets and if you are a food bank volunteer, please share this alert!
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Cheerios seem sort of dull to me. Who knew that Cheerios brand snack mix would taste so good?
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From trading babysitting to swapping books and movies, bartering can make your life more interesting.
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Coping with the death of a child can be overwhelming. Creating new traditions and finding solace is possible.
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Four Rogue Valley woman have completed the Oregon section of the Pacific Coast Trail.
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Nola Shaw of Medford, Oregon has paid off $17,000 in debt and now lives debt free. How did she do it?
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Some simple solutions to teaching your children basic manners.
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Your financial goals may be waning. Jump-start your new year resolutions and see how several women are managing their savings goals.
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The city of Ashland Oregon collects a 25% utility tax from all residents who want power. This tax is a hardship for low income people and should be forgiven.
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On February 12, 2007, a hiker found the burned remains of a body in Lithia Park. Toxicology reports are forthcoming, but locals suspect it is Bennett Tanner.
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Ashland Oregon's abundance swap is an environmentally friendly way to trade goods. Get together and host a swap in your city.
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Visiting Ashland Oregon with kids in tow? Looking for a good place to eat? Here's some notes from a local mom.
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Travelers to Ashland Oregon might wonder where are the best places to spend an afternoon with kids. A local shares some favorite places and ideas of things to do.
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Ever notice how quiet it is just seconds before you realize that your kid has done something really bad?
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Dementia or Alzheimers affects many families in the United States. Peggy Rose of Ashland Oregon talks about how she copes with memory loss.
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Northwest Spine and Outlook Therapy in Ashland, Oregon provides state of the art care and can help you find relief from pain.
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Thinking ahead and planning for our emotional needs during our retirement years can mean the difference between being lonely and living a happy, active life.
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Siskiyou Eye Center is commited to providing top quality care.
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As a green business, Net Inks offers re-manufactured ink cartridges as well as a non-profit recycling program.
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Safeway is running a two week "Savings Rally" promotion. There are many items you can get free or cheap!
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The Talent Cafe's new owner brings a sense of community to an old favorite, The Talent Cafe.
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Monte Maddox builds computer systems for people who want "show car" quality machines.
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Legends specializes in imports with an emphasis on classic design and high quality. The Porter maintains close relationships with the people they buy from.
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In Medford Oregon, homeless and low income people face $1,000 fines and up to a year in jail for begging on street corners.
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Jenni Reed, a college student from Ashland Oregon discusses how she got heavily into credit card debt and steps she took to find her way out.
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Ashland's own "rock 'n roll" dentist specializes in cosmetic dentistry and family practice.
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The Writers Guild has reached an tentative agreement and it appears that the strike is ending.
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Dwight Newton, author of more than seventy Westerns, talks about how he learned point of view.
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Almost anyone can get married, but staying married can take some work. Tips on making an already pretty good relationship, stronger.
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Refunding Makes Cents is an online website and a print magazine dedicated to helping you save money and spend wisely.
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Delta Burke, Britney Spears and Justin Chambers have all recently been admitted to mental hospitals this week.
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Jorge Oliva brings old style Mexican cusine to the Ashland plaza.
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Jeffery Smith and Alice Drysdale specialize in hand crafted home decor with an emphasis on fair trade.
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Mike Kohn and his staff at Home Comfort can help you find a quality wood stoveor gas/electric fireplace.
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Geoff Hiatt designs homes with function and style and puts his customers satisfaction first.
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Sheryl and Loren Clear of Ashland have been providing upscale furniture at the Furniture Depot since 1994.
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Doug Turner of Edward Jones can help you manage your finances and plan for tomorrow.
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Louise Ingveris creating fine chocolates and special desserts from her home business.
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For about fifteen years, Gail kept hearing local women talk of their needs and from these conversations she realized she had to open up a business that would specialize in providing unique solutions a...
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"We have extremely high standards as far as grooming techniques and sanitation that customers won't find anywhere else. This is my passion. I want to work with dogs and cats more than anything else,...
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Save yourself some time and know where to go to pick up Federal and State Tax Forms.
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Kathy Villa's story of gastric bypass and a 300 pound weight loss will give hope to others who are battleing obesity.
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Simple budget friendly ideas for holiday meals.
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For a wealthy industrialized nation to address the issue of stillbirth in America, we have to collectively tell our stories. How many babies are stillborn in the United States?
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