As the days get longer and the temperatures get higher, many of us will likely spend more time outside enjoying the sunny spring days.  Although there are many health benefits tied to spending time outdoors,…

The popularity of container gardening has dramatically increased in recent years. As we live in a world of limited time and space for gardens, container gardens seem to be a practical fit. Residents of apartments,…

Adapted from an online discussion Dear Carolyn: I am 31 and doing well in a middle management career I enjoy. My college friend has spent the decade post-graduation struggling from job to job with complaints…

Hi, Carolyn: My 20-something son’s fiancee regularly holds whispered conversations with him when others are around: at the dinner table, in the car or while several people are watching TV or a movie. My son…

Anyone can fall victim to a scam and many have. We all need reminders now and then on how to detect and react to questionable inquiries.   There are a few items of concern I’d…

Adapted from an online discussion. Dear Carolyn: My aunt died a couple of weeks ago. It was a bit of a surprise to the family. We knew something was up, because she wasn’t as responsive…

Dear Carolyn: My much-younger sister met a “really great guy,” and they’re living together now and planning a future. I expected to like him based on her stories, and I was happy she finally met…

Adapted from an online discussion. Dear Carolyn: Is it ever acceptable to ask for a plus-one to a wedding? I just got a destination-wedding invite for next summer from a close college friend. I anticipated…

The Southwind Extension District, in partnership with the Kansas Forage and Grassland Council and the Natural Resource Conservation Service, will host the 2023 Eastern Kansas Grazing School in Bronson May 5 and 6.   The…

It has been nine years since my medical school acceptance. I can describe my personal process in two words: arduous and lengthy. Now, this may not be the case for all people that apply to…