Prejudice harms a multitude of people every day, but there’s a home-grown coalition that works tirelessly to address discrimination and uplift those affected by its reach. Shasta County Citizens Advocating for […]
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Teaching Children Responsible Pet Ownership
When I think about things that make my heart smile, two things often come to mind: puppies and children. As many families will attest, adding a pet to your home […]
Simple Habits That Keep Romance Alive When You’re a Busy Parent
I’ll never forget the acquaintance with older children who advised me — pregnant with my first child — to take care of my marriage during the first few years of […]
Snowshoeing 101
Snowshoeing is cheaper and easier than almost any other winter sport — and it’s great exercise in which the whole family can participate together while experiencing the snowy North State […]
Schools are Starting to Teach Social Emotional Learning – it Helps at Home, Too
More Goldfish!” my 5-year-old demands. I summon all my patience. “Can you try that again?” “I’m hungry!” I take a long blink. “Honey? Can you—” Her face is still beet […]
AI and ChatGPT in the Classroom: Ethical Considerations and Constructive Uses
There has been considerable buzz in the media about AI. But what exactly is AI? AI stands for artificial intelligence, but AI is not intelligence, in terms of an ability […]
Ice or Roller Hockey: North State Kids Find Community, Encouragement and Personal Growth While Having Fun
“Participating in hockey helps kids build character,” says Siskiyou Ice Rink Manager Gary Nordell. “It helps them understand how to be in competitive situations and develop motor skills and coordination. […]
Siskiyou Humane Society: Dedicated Staff Maintains Fear-Free Shelter for Animals
Mount Shasta native Riley Whitherell loves animals. She decided after college that she wanted to work at the Siskiyou Humane Society (SHS) in her hometown. She applied for a secretary […]
How Parents of Kids with Food Allergies Can Support Nonallergic Siblings
I NEED pizza!” my 6-year-old screams from our minivan’s back seat. I inhale slowly to avoid yelling back. A few hours earlier I was crouched over my 4-year-old, giving her […]
Dr. Denise Abbasi: Corning’s Beloved Pediatrician
Tehama County residents are fortunate to have the dedicated, compassionate care of Dr. Denise Abbasi (featured on our cover) a pediatrician for Adventist Health in Corning. Patients have described her […]
How to Become a Morning Workout Person
Want to start the new year with new health and fitness goals? Whether you are naturally a morning person or tend to be more of a night owl, research shows […]
Letting Go of Guilt: Embracing Self-Care When Parenting Children with Disabilities
You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” – Eleanor Brownn. This quote rings true for most parents, particularly those who are caring for children with disabilities. Parenting is an all-consuming […]
Be the Change: Chad McCall
As a disaster relief volunteer, Chad McCall stood amid devastation and rubble in the wake of the 2005 earthquake in Pakistan. Just months before, he had been slogging through the […]
