Participating families in the Ringgold County Parents as Teachers program have expressed an interest in a children’s book exchange. Sometimes parents tire of reading the same books to their children every day. A book exchange would allow parents to “trade” an old book for a “new” one. The first exchange will be held at the […]

Artwork by elementary students at Mt. Ayr Community School has been on display in the Ringgold County Courthouse during the month of November.  The artwork is hanging in stands on the stairways to encourage people to take the stairs as part of making healthier lifestyle choices.  Check out the displays, and get some good exercise! Artists featured this month include Kindergarteners […]

Head lice has become a problem again in our area.  This chemical-free solution that can be prepared with common household ingredients is a safe way to treat for head lice: Mix equal parts of vinegar and mineral oil.  (Mineral oil is available at both CGI and Hy-Vee grocery stores in Mount Ayr, Iowa.)Massage into hair and scalp.  […]

Twenty participants attended the Healthy Cooking event sponsored by the Ringgold County Wellness Coalition on October 21. Chef Katie (Routh) Porter presented the demo at the Tingley Community Building. A total of $74 in donations from the attendees was given to the Tingley Community Building board as a way to thank them for the use […]