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The Little Picture
And out of the dark arrives our treasure named Horsepuppy

By Greg Karraker

 

Sometimes, it’s nice to rummage through the hard drive and find old stories that bring back good memories. This week is one of those times because it’s nearly the birthday of the first... Read More

Coffeegrounds
Sorry saga of RP’s only chance of a museum

By Jud Snyder

SOME PEOPLE HAVE asked me if I heard the news about the Rohnert Park Historical Society being asked by Codding Enterprises of Sonoma Mountain Village to get their historical archives collected by Tim Danesi out... Read More

Spotlight on Seniors
A problem few wish to discuss, but must

By Julie Ann Anderson

Constipation is a topic few really wish to discuss because it’s so personal. However, it affects almost everyone at some point. 

Statistics show more than 4 million Americans, especially women and adults age 65 or older,... Read More

Is home value finally right side up?
By Ken Schrier

Last week, the stock market topped its own record by setting a new all-time high. A record,  previously unbeaten since 2007’s record high. Though this hasn’t affected the debacle our national budget is in or... Read More

Elder care: How to help parents manage finances
By Ken Weise

It's a decision most adults dread: having to take over the financial and day-to-day living decisions for parents who can no longer manage on their own. 

When caring for your parents, you may need to plan... Read More

What’s best for you: no-cost loans or low-cost mortgages?
By Scott Sheldon

A program made popular in the height of the subprime lending environment was no-cost mortgages. 

No-cost loans have gained strong interest as consumers are savvy in deciphering loan terms, rates and how to qualify for credit... Read More

Verbal deals stand up in court
By Shawn Jackson

Business development attorney Shawn Jackson readers’ questions each week about owning and operating a business.

Q: Will a verbal contract stand up in court if I have several witnesses?

A: On the assumption that you have sufficient... Read More

Mind Body and Spirit
Further thoughts about our feelings

By Steven Campbell

In 2011, I wrote about our very first trip to Los Cabos, which Mary and I took to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary (Mary’s brother and his family also joined us).

Let me share with you... Read More

California Focus
Toll roads a warning for high speed rail

By Thomas D. Elias

Gov. Jerry Brown, construction labor unions and some others are determined to proceed with California’s nascent bullet train, with the first tracks scheduled to be laid later this year between Madera and the south end... Read More

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