Spotlight
‘The most wonderful time of the year’ can be complicated
While the song tells us “it’s the most wonderful time of the year,” the reality is that the holiday season can be complicated. For some people, they can be incredibly lonely. For others, they bring up old and problematic family dynamics. But take it from experts on handling moods, outlooks and relationships: Through compassion, kindness, and the right choices, there are ways to make the most of this time of the year.
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News
The deaths of two 60-year-olds in Pierce County and a child in King County n November have been attributed to influenza.
An interim Pierce County Library System branch will open in Lakewood to temporarily replace one that has been closed since June.
The 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report from the American Lung Association reveals that Washington ranks eighth in the U.S. for lung cancer survival rates.
Lifestyles
BOOK REPORTS: Leaving your legacy your way If you have questions about estate planning, a will, etc., here are guidelines to make the task do-able.
Food
How safe is genetically modified food? Unless you only buy food that is certified organic or marked as “GMO-free,” odds are you eat what contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Are you risking your health and damaging the environment?
Adventures
Cheapest U.S. destinations for beat-the-winter trips Find out which cities are WalletHub’s choices as the 10 best warm spots for winter breaks.
Health & Fitness
Respiratory infections rising; here’s what to do COVID-19 is still circulating in Pierce County. Flu season has begun. And the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports an increase in cases of RSV.
Personal Finance/Consumers
Medicare enrollment and reviews end Dec. 7 During this year’s enrollment period, “the stakes are higher than ever,”
