Wildfire and its aftermath are rapidly becoming a part of everyday life in the western United States. The 2018 Carr and Camp fires, the 2020 August Complex fire and the […]
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The Benefits Of A Summer Swim Racing League In Northern California
For families in Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity and Butte counties, summer is a time for adventure, challenge and fun in the water. One of the best ways for kids to make […]
North State Star Student Athletes
Across the North State, high school students are studying and working hard to play the sports they love – and their efforts are paying off. Here are some exemplary star […]
Spotlight on Karuk Tribe: Habitat Restoration on the Klamath River
The removal of four dams from the Klamath River has opened hundreds of miles of habitat for fish in California and Oregon. Already, salmon and steelhead have found their way […]
From Byproduct to Bio-product: Northern Californians are Making it Happen
Many of us have felt the satisfaction of keeping paper, cans and plastic out of landfills. But did you know that northern California businesses and programs are similarly keeping biomass […]
Reading Food Labels: Helping Your Teens Make Healthy Food Choices
Our teens today face an uphill battle when learning to navigate the food choices available to them. Grocery and convenience stores, snack bars and vending machines are packed with unhealthy, […]
The Joy of Pilates
Constant back pain led me to take my first Pilates class in 2009 and I’ve been involved with Pilates ever since. I love the constant challenge, learning about different pieces […]
A Year Of Healthy Living: Monthly Steps Recommended by the Environmental Working Group to Avoid Toxic Chemicals, Protect Your Health and Save Money
Many parents and families want to live a cleaner, chemical-free life. However, making sweeping changes to incorporate healthier products in your family’s life can seem daunting. But making incremental changes […]
Grandparents & Relative Caregivers Support Group
If you are struggling to care for a child who has experienced trauma, you are not alone. Raising relative children who have experienced trauma is hard. It helps to talk […]
Budget-Friendly Grocery Tips
With the cost of food rising, watching the family food budget and stopping those budget-busting money leaks, while providing nutritious meals your family will enjoy has become essential for many […]
How Doulas Can Help Moms and Families During and After Childbirth
According to the nonprofit doula organization, DONA International (DONA.org), “From the beginning of time, people have been cared for and nurtured during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Family, friends and neighbors […]
La Leche League USA: Helping Parents Learn About Successful Breastfeeding
La Leche League USA (lllusa.org) is an important part of the international La Leche League, which helps mothers all over the world as they navigate the journey of successful breastfeeding […]
‘The Opt-Out Family’: How One Family Chose Being Present Over Tech
For many parents, tackling tech is an overwhelming issue and the stakes have only gotten higher since the U.S. surgeon general released his report on the devastating effects of social media on […]
