A common denominator among most college students? Student debt. National research from The Institute for College Access & Success shows that about two in three (65 percent) four-year students who graduated from public and private nonprofit colleges in 2017 had student loan debt. The average per borrower was $28,650 and ranged from $18,850 in Utah […]
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How to reduce your risk of the No. 1 cause of death
Take care of your heart. Last year, heart-related deaths accounted for 36 percent of all deaths in Richland County, according to Richland Public Health’s vital statistics. The number of heart-related deaths has been on an upward trend in the county, increasing from an average of 405 deaths a year over the last 18 years, to […]
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Lex grad says life is worth living after attempted suicide
Mike Noser, 39, views life differently after trying to end his own at 28 years old. The survivor of an attempted suicide considers each breath he takes a gift, especially now that he’s able to breathe without the assistance of a tracheostomy tube. “I thank the Lord that I did (survive), I really do, because […]
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Mansfielder writes new book on spiritual psychology
MANSFIELD — Dr. Walter Kania of Mansfield has penned his fifth book called “Spiritual Psychology.” Kania, who worked as a clinical and consulting psychologist primarily in Mansfield for over 50 years, said this book is a continuation of his previous four: “Healthy Religion,” “A Believable Bible,” “A Credible Christianity” and “Spirituality Without Sin and Salvation.” […]
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The Catholic Yogi: Practicing yoga has strengthened this Mansfielder’s relationship with God
Yoga is known for its physical benefits, but Amy Secrist has found it to be much more than a good form of exercise. The Mansfielder says it’s strengthened her spirituality. And no — not in the context of Hinduism, as yoga is commonly associated with. Rather, her faith in Jesus. The 41-year-old identifies as “The […]
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K.E. McCartney employees see benefits of working out together
K.E. McCartney & Associates is taking a proactive approach to ensuring the health and wellness of its employees. Brian McCartney, president and owner of the civil engineering firm, said the company had been focusing on what it could do to help employees after they got sick (e.g. disability and life insurance), but now the business […]
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Wokano demos how to make grilled salmon, veggies
Unless you’re Jeremy Jamm — a character from “Parks and Recreation” — you likely don’t have a hibachi grill at home. But that doesn’t mean you can’t cook Japanese cuisine using your own devices. Follow Wokano’s lead by preparing a healthy dish: grilled salmon and vegetables. The salmon and veggies, which include broccoli, zucchini, carrot, […]
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Don’t dismiss the seriousness of seasonal depression
Even though Punxsutawney Phil could not find his shadow (meaning we should be in for an early spring), it’s important to consult a doctor if you experience signs of seasonal affective disorder. If ignored, the repercussions could be tragic. SAD is a form of depression that typically presents itself in the fall and tapers off in […]
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Mansfield woman finds bullet journaling boosts mental health
Do the laundry. Try yoga. Read a book. Water the plants. Buy a bed frame. Learn Italian. Ever keep a running list of to-dos? Or perhaps several lists, each written on a different scrap piece of paper strewn about house? Mansfield woman Laura Burns, 37, started list-making at age 8 in a composition journal that […]
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Local chefs dish out veggie-packed soup recipes
There’s nothing better than a nice bowl of soup to warm you up when it’s cold outside. Instead of raiding the pantry and heating up some sodium-rich canned soup, opt for homemade soups. These recipes from local chefs Susan Vander Maas, owner of Doc’s Deli; Ed Pickens, former owner of Cafe on Main; and Anne […]