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How smart is smart technology?

Body There has been a lot of news coverage and online talk in recent weeks about artificial intelligence, its progress, and what advantages or threats we might face in the future.
Travis Mounts | Managing Editor

How 'family' is supposed to work

Body I’ve told you all about my youngest daughter Katie’s recent wedding, and how she and her longtime boyfriend (and then fiance) Rob Hornstra got married in late April. It was an outdoor event, complete with camping, vows in the Kansas wind, and even a little rain one night.
Paul Rhodes | Publisher & Editor

Toenail trimming tips for seniors

Body Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good toenail clipping solutions for seniors? My toenails have gotten increasingly thick since I’ve gotten older and have become very difficult for me to reach down and cut.
Jim Miller | Columnist

Best dating apps for retirees

Body Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good online dating apps or sites for retirees? I’m a 66-year-old widow and would like to find a new friend to spend time with, but don’t know where to turn.
Jim Miller | Columnist

Let it rain, let it grow, let it bloom

Body Insight The saying “April showers bring May flowers” is what runs through my mind every spring. It’s a saying that has held true for almost every year I have lived on our Kansas farm.

Trash trouble with pink-collared bandit

Body Random Thoughts I've been in my current house for about 12 years now, and until recently have never had any problems with raccoons. In fact, I don't think I've ever seen a raccoon in Cheney where I live, or in any of our other towns.
Travis Mounts | Managing Editor

Tips on how to prepare a will

Body Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to make my last will and testament and would like to know if I can do it myself, or do I need to hire a lawyer? Don’t Have Much Dear Don’t, Very good question.
Jim Miller | Columnist

Getting paid as a family caregiver

Body Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, I have been taking care of my elderly father for over a year and it’s taking a toll on my finances because I can only work part-time. Are there any resources you know about that can help family caregivers get paid?
Jim Miller | Columnist
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