Why Spring Is the Ideal Time to Make a Change

Submitted by Kaleigh Newsome, Community Relations Director, Carriage Crossing of Bloomington Spring is often associated with new beginnings, growth, and renewal. It’s a season that brings fresh air, longer days, and a sense of optimism. For seniors who have been considering a transition to an assisted living facility, spring is an ideal time to […]
Green Top Grocery Celebrating 8 Years

By Melanie Shellito, Green Top Grocery Green Top Grocery is getting ready to celebrate its 8th birthday on May 3, and we thought it might be fun to share the story of how this community-owned store came to be… because it’s a wild ride! Unlike chain stores and franchises, Green Top Grocery (GTG) is […]
How to Choose A Safe Bike Helmet

Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm If you or a loved one is a cyclist, safety should be one of your biggest concerns. Bicycle riders and pedestrians in Central Illinois are at higher risk of injury and death in a collision with a vehicle. The average passenger vehicle weighs approximately 4,000 pounds, so when […]
Financial Foundations Built on Service

By Alexander Germanis with McBeath Financial Group As many cities grow, their skylines of beautiful, glistening towers of glass and steel stretch further upward. The taller these buildings are constructed, however, the deeper and stronger their foundations must be built. What you see above the ground, therefore, merely hints at the planning and effort […]
Workers’ Compensation and Pre-Existing Conditions

Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm If you have been injured at work, you may be experiencing significant pain and discomfort, and need to see a doctor. However, you may be unsure about how to address the costs of medical care or whether your income could be affected by the requirement to take time […]
Spring Allergies and Your Eyes: How to Find Relief

By Mellissa Wahl, VisionPoint Eye Center As the days get warmer and flowers bloom, the beauty of spring calls us outdoors. But for many, the season comes with a downside—itchy, watery, and red, swollen eyes. If you’ve ever found yourself rubbing your eyes or reaching for tissues during a springtime walk, you’re not alone. […]
Retinol: The Ultimate Anti-aging Powerhouse

Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Bless These Brows When it comes to skincare, particularly anti-aging products, consumers are often bombarded with a wide variety of ingredients, each promising to reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture, and restore youthful vitality. Among these, retinol stands out as one of the most potent and well-researched ingredients that can effectively […]
Guarding the Body’s Guardian

By Alexander Germanis It has often been said: It’s what’s inside that matters. While this adage certainly applies to one’s character, it also tends to be used to refer to our health. When we visit our primary care physicians for a checkup, give real thought to what we’re eating, and get our cholesterol and […]
Office Jobs and Workers’ Compensation

Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm When most people think of workers’ compensation, they picture an injured worker who fell or otherwise suffered a one-time traumatic accident. However, this is not the only type of worker harm that may result in a workers’ comp claim. While office jobs are generally considered to be safer […]
Solutions for Dental Anxiety

By Emil M. Verban Jr., DDS According to some estimates, up to 20% of people avoid the dentist due to fear and anxiety. Dental phobia is one of the biggest challenges that keep people from getting good health care. Though it may not seem like a serious problem to those who think dental care […]