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Aging Drivers: Growing old doesn't mean surrendering the keys
A driver's license gives someone more than just the right to legally drive a car. To many drivers, their driver's license is a symbol of freedom and self-sufficiency.
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How to reduce prescription medication costs
For the millions of people who rely on prescription medications every day, the day when a drug faces generic competition is one many circle on their calendars.
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Ease the discomfort of arthritis
Arthritis can make physical activity more difficult. In spite of that difficulty, exercise is an important part of staying healthy for men and women with arthritis. Even moderate physical activity can...
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Active Life is Key for Nonogenarian
At 91, Vernice Evans may be one of western Wisconsin's best examples of someone living a life of vitality.
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Nordic walkers take to the streets
They've been walking their neighborhood for about 11 years, but these days three New Richmond, Wis. women are shaking up their routine just a bit.
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Book Review: Insider knowledge leads to gripping story; Feingold's "While...
White Bear Lake novelist Julie Kramer makes good use of her past experience as a news producer for NBC, CBS and WCCO-TV, which is only one reason she has become a national bestselling and award...
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Book Report: What readers crave: Clear, lively wordplay
Today we'll examine two new books that have to do with good writing by writers who are indeed very good. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Nothing that simple in Amish land
Several writers are taking their cues from earlier centuries. In the 18th century, Samuel Richardson found he had a bestseller on his hands when he wasn't even trying. Richardson sold stationery to...
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Not all is "buono" in Italia
My wife and I love to travel to Italy. We love the landscape, the architecture, the food and the people. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Author: Brutal honesty liberates
Recently, a thoughtful friend dropped by and shoved a book in my gut and said, "Read this. I think you'll enjoy it." Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Post-election wrap-up
Now that the election is over I thought I might stir the pot a bit with mention of a new book that's been receiving attention. It's "The Oath: The Obama White House and the Supreme Court," by Jeffrey...
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Book Report: These tales are close to home
Today let us begin with two very productive upper Midwestern writers who continue to write about our neighborhoods with relish and sometimes very dramatic substance. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Reprints make up for what you missed
The University of Minnesota Press's Fesler-Lampert Heritage Book Series is a rare and wonderful bird indeed. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Sights and sounds under the big top
When I was a kid one of the biggest deals of the year was when the Al G. Kelly and Miller Brothers Circus came to town. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Give the gift of a local author
The holiday season is upon us and the search for appropriate gifts has begun. Talk about this topic
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Book Report: Take your pick, there's something for everyone
Someone on your holiday gift list who likes to read books by and about characters in the upper Midwest? There's a plethora in that category this year. If your target is politics, try "Minnesota's...
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Book Report: Not one, but many for the history books
Have a history buff on your holiday guest list? You won't be disappointed to find all manner of biography and serious history new to bookshelves this winter. Talk about this topic
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Farmington author Debra Tracy hopes her new book will be the first of many
The book that sits on the table in front of Debra Tracy is the culmination of years - maybe a lifetime - of work. But the Farmington resident also hopes it's the beginning of a whole new adventure....
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Book Report: Minnesota writers shine bright
"Thirty Rooms to Hide In," by Luke Longstreet Sullivan (University of Minnesota Press, $24.95) has a subtitle that sort of grabs you: "Insanity, Addiction, and Rock 'n' Roll in the Shadow of the Mayo...
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Book Report: Finally, my chance to critique a bestseller
After a quarter century of book reviewing, I guess it's time for me to admit that until recently, I never read a novel by bestselling author John Grisham. Talk about this topic
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