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Sep 19

Save Money by Eating Healthy

Most people have tried to watch the money they spend at one time or the other. “Cut costs,” “trim fat,” “tighten the belt,” and “pay yourself first” are just a few expressions to describe budgeting. What about when it comes to the food and drink we put in our body? Can we eat healthy and […]

Aug 27

Curb Cut Work Continues

Ringgold County Public Health (RCPH) staff recently met with Mount Ayr City Superintendent Brent Wise and Mayor Don Solliday to reassess the city policies and environment as part of Community Transformation Grant (CTG) activities. Topics included in the assessment were physical activity, nutrition, tobacco use, chronic disease management and leadership. A continuation of the curb […]

Aug 26

Watson Shares Benefits of Walking and Healthy Diet Changes

Jay Watson wasn’t always a walker, and he did not always watch what he ate. As he put it, he was a “cheeseburger and pizza guy.” In 1998, he had a heart attack, and his doctor recommended some changes in his diet.  He had already taken up walking as part of his daily routine, but […]

Aug 26

Princess Theater Partners with Public Health

Karen Bender has a long history of helping out her community.  She is always eager to lend an ear when anyone asks about ways to improve her hometown of Mount Ayr.  She currently works as the Director of the Mount Ayr Chamber of Commerce and Ringgold County Economic Development and manages the Princess Theater.  Community […]