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Give Yourself Priority in the New Year

Give yourself priority in 2023, beginning with caring for your health. Exercise is not only beneficial for physical your health, but for your mental health too.

January 3, 2023

Forceman of the First Special Service Force preparing rations in an improvised shelter during cold weather survival training, Blossburg, Montana, United States, January 1943. (Library and Archives Canada Photo, No. 3378685)

Helena’s Black Devils: Rugged Men with Rugged Training

The astounding history of the Black Devils is told at the Montana Military Museum at Fort Harrison, celebrating the 80th anniversary of their establishment.

January 2, 2023

illustration of a checklist for dealing with the death of a loved one

Checklist of What to Do When a Loved One Dies

Here’s a list of things you can prepare for and do when a loved one dies that can help keep a sad event from becoming even more difficult.

December 27, 2022

Photo of a grilled cheese and pickled beets sandwich

Pair Soup and Sandwich for a Warming Winter Meal

Next time you need warming up from the inside out, go for a homemade soup and sandwich pairing that brings together a cheesy handheld and hearty minestrone.

December 27, 2022

Jessica Anderson-Eller, founder of the Neighborhood Food Pantry project

Neighborhood Pantry Project Provides Helena Residents A Way to Give and Receive

Since its inception in the summer of 2020, the Neighborhood Pantry Project has become a vital nonprofit resource for many people throughout Helena.

December 27, 2022

tiles with "Medicare" text on one. Others have medical icons. Stethoscope lies with tiles on a blue background

Opt-Out Providers and the $74,973 Question

According to Medicare rules, a. opt-out provider is allowed to set up a private payment contract with a patient.

December 27, 2022

Closeup photo of golf balls used as Christmas tree ornamentes

Golf Addict on Your List? Gift Ideas for Golfers

Needing gift ideas for golfers? It really comes down to three things: things we need to golf, things we need for golf, and things to make golfing more fun.

December 19, 2022

adaptive clothing: gray hooded sweatshirt with a velcro fastener for the zipper.

Adaptive Clothing Takes the Stress Out of Dressing

Adaptive clothing incorporates discreet design features to make dressing and undressing easier, while still having the outward appearance of typical clothing.

December 17, 2022

homemade Christmas tree ornaments: string of popcorn with cranberries

Christmas Tree Memories: The Homemade Tree

Of all my Christmas tree memories, the most memorable had no lights or bright Christmas balls, but was decorated with homemade objects and covered with shimmering tinsel.

December 17, 2022