Food prices rise as drought tightens cattle feed
Franklin County faces higher food costs as drought reduces water for livestock and hay supplies. Producers cut herds, raise hay prices, and transport costs increase, signaling sooner higher supermarket prices. Local program funding pressures also challenge meal costs for seniors amid tight budgets.
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Darren Hibdon
Frontier Extension District No. 11
Hibdon
Meat
Country Mart
S. Princeton Circle Drive
Ottawa
Hibden
Sharon Geiss
Geiss
Congress
Dave Hornung
Franklin County Farm Service Agency
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New Year leadership resolutions from Ottawa University president
Kevin Eichner, president of Ottawa University, outlines personal and organizational goals for the new year. He urges focus on strategic issues, better listening, reduced over scheduling, responsible technology use, and inclusive progress while thanking supporters and inviting feedback.
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Ottawa University
Kevin Eichner
Leadershipmatters
Ottawa
Edu
Grit n Grace Salon opens in Princeton with full services
Janea Magrath opens Grit n Grace Salon at Tannery 102 High St Princeton offering men's and women's haircuts chemical treatments manicures pedicures nail applications waxing tanning by Cassandra Hogan and massage by Jessica Wingate The owner emphasizes a rustic vibe and welcoming muddy boots policy as the town greets the new business Open Tuesdays through Saturdays by appointment or walk-in.
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Janea Magrath
Grit N Grace Salon
High St
Princeton
Cassandra Hogan
Jessica Wingate
Magrath
Grim N Grace
Simple steps aid immune system during flu season
Vintage Park director Luanne Freund urges simple practices to boost immunity amid an eastern flu outbreak. Stay hydrated, rest well, eat garlic rich foods, and get vitamin D from sun, salmon, tuna, or supplements while exercising regularly.
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Franklin County
Luanne Freund
Vintage Park Assisted Living
Elm St
Freund
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