In honor of World Caring Day, a global celebration of compassion and support, we delve into the vital role of caregivers and the significance of selfcare in their lives. Whether you’re a parent, spouse, sibling, grandparent or other relative or friend caring for a loved one, you play a vital role in their well-being.

Summer is a season to enjoy some fun in the sun, but it’s imperative that people remember to take steps to reduce their risk for heat illness. Those measures should include efforts to hydrate and remain hydrated throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that water will almost always help people remain hydrated even when they’re working in the heat. But food also plays a vital role in preventing heat illness, as the CDC notes eating regular meals can help to replace the salt lost through sweat. It’s also important that individuals avoid energy drinks and alcohol when spending time in the hot summer sun. Many energy drinks contain more caffeine than standard servings of coffee, tea and soft drinks, and excessive caffeine consumption can contribute to dehydration. The same can be said for alcohol, and the CDC reports that consuming alcohol within 24 hours of working in the heat can increase the risk of heat illness.

Hello, I am Valori Stone. I have been serving the Wildcat District as a Family and Community Wellness Agent for K-State Research and Extension since May 1st. I am serving all of the Wildcat District, which encompasses offices in Altamont, Fredonia, Girard, Independence and Pittsburg. I am based out of the Fredonia office located in Wilson County.

K-State Garden Hour | Wednesday, June 7th from 12:00 – 1:00p.m. Topic: Drought Tolerant Lawns of Kansas – Warm Season Turfgrasses Register for zoom at www.ksre-learn.com/KStateGardenHour Remote Work Professional Certification | June 8, 15, 22, 29 at 2pm or 7pm Register for online course at https://kansasremotework.

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.