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(Pet Talk) An egg-cellent guide to springtime chick ownership

With sprouting spring flowers and egg hunt preparations come a new seasonal batch of chicks, which may tempt…

Opinion

(Ask the Doctors) Proper hydration is crucial to health

Dear Doctors: My doctor wants me to hydrate more, but I find it difficult to drink the 64…

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(Dave Says) Now’s the time to invest in you

Dear Dave: I’m a sophomore in college studying agriculture business. I grew up on a farm, and recently…

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(Column) State auditor office will be open in 2026

The 2026 election season has begun. It is our big election year in Alabama politics. All our Constitutional…

Opinion

(Sense & Sensitivity) Ex-partner questions timing of reconnecting with man

DEAR HARRIETTE: I think I’m still in love with my ex. Is it possible it just wasn’t the…

Opinion

(Pet Talk) Shedding light on fading sight: Managing eyesight decline in aging pets

Growing old alongside your furry friend brings cherished memories, but it also brings inevitable changes. As they age,…

Opinion

(Toni Says) ‘Working’ 10-year rule when applying for Medicare

Dear Toni: In February, my husband, James, was laid off and decided to apply for an individual health…

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(Pet Talk) Protecting pets from toxic amphibians

Dogs are naturally curious creatures, often using their noses and mouths to explore the world around them. Because…

Columns

(Sense and Sensitivity) Runners encourage friend to train for marathon

DEAR HARRIETTE: All of my friends are into running, and lately they’ve been talking about training for a…

Opinion

(Dave Says) Think with your head (and a calculator), not your heart

Dear Dave: How do you feel about the leasing programs automotive manufacturers offer their employees? I’ve listened to…