The staff at the Independence Daily Reporter wishes you and yours a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend. Thank you to those who have served and are still serving today.

Aging is an inevitable component of life. Young children often cannot wait until they get older because of the freedoms that seemingly come with being more mature. On the flip side, adults often wish they were young again. Time waits for no person, and with aging comes many changes, many of which manifest physically.

JUNE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS THURSDAY, JUNE 1 11:00 Games FRIDAY, JUNE 2 11:00 Qigong 2:00 Movie: Grumpy Old Men MONDAY, JUNE 5 10:00 Golden Oldies Movie Club 11:00 Balance & exercise 2:00 Acting. This fun interactive class is led by Ashley Hovell.

The grocery store is filled with all sorts of brands claiming they have the next healthiest items on the market. With package labeling being so misleading these days, it is more important now than ever to read the nutrition label!

In recognition of her 90 trips around the sun, a birthday reception is planned for Dorothy (Dottie) Aemisegger! Stop by to visit the birthday girl and help family and friends celebrate. The event will be held at 12:00 p.m Saturday, May 13 at the Independence Riverside Park Interurban Shelter on the northeast corner of the oval.

Flowers and special occasions often are intertwined. Floral bouquets or arrangements are gifted for holidays, birthdays and other milestones, like graduation and prom.

component men’s Most agree that necktie originated the 17th century back to Thirty War in Central At Louis XIII employed mercenaries who wore a piece cloth their of their uniforms. Louis liked the look of these functional but pieces of made the or cravats, mandatory attire at gatherings.

Stroke is a serious medical condition and a leading cause of disability in North America. According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. However, 80 percent of strokes are preventable.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that can affect patients’ lives in many ways due to its physical symptoms, which typically begin gradually and then worsen over time. Symptoms of PD can include everything from involuntary movements called “tremors” to stiffness and difficulty balancing and walking. The National Institute on Aging says as the disease progresses, people may experience mental and memory issues and exhibit difficulty speaking.

Many parents of young children face behavioral concerns like children not listening, throwing tantrums, biting and more. While every situation is unique, parents can rest assured they aren't alone and these behaviors aren't atypical.