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Best gifts for dog lovers this holiday season: ideas under $40

Nov 04, 2024 02:45PM ● By Marti Benson

Find creative, budget-friendly gifts for dog lovers, like pet-themed photo playing cards or customized pillows, to make their holiday season extra special.

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Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in Grand Junction and Montrose

Nov 04, 2024 12:11PM ● By Michael Murphy

Relive nostalgic Thanksgiving memories of family, food and turkey day traditions, like community dinners in Grand Junction and Montrose, celebrate gratitude this holiday season.

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Making gravy a year in advance is Thanksgiving's best kept secret

Nov 01, 2024 11:21AM ● By Sharon Love Cook

As a seasoned veteran of many holiday kitchen battles, I’m here to offer you my top tip: Plan way ahead—like 365 days in advance.

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’Tis the season for tzedakah

Nov 01, 2024 11:09AM ● By Laverne Bardy

What if charity went beyond just the holidays?

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Outdoorsy autumn adventures with grandkids

Oct 03, 2024 11:21AM ● By Kimberly Blaker

Try some of these fall outdoor activities to make lasting memories with your grandkids.

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Legacy portraits show there’s more to age than meets the eye

Oct 01, 2024 01:17PM ● By Colleen M. Story

Christine June's portraits of women over 50 capture their strength, beauty and legacy through powerful images that tell a deeper story.

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How grandparents are creating junior travel bugs with skip-gen travel

Sep 08, 2024 09:56AM ● By Rhonda Van Pelt & Cloie Sandlin

Turn your grandkids into junior travel bugs with these skip-gen adventures from Road Scholar.

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Do something GRAND for Grandparents Month

Sep 08, 2024 09:18AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Celebrate Grandparents Month by honoring the love, wisdom and cherished memories shared with grandparents.

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Grandparenting moments from afar: The silver lining of sleepless nights

Sep 04, 2024 08:00PM ● By Rhonda Wray

The sweet, everyday moments of long-distance grandparenting brought to life through the power of technology.

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Why pickleball is the perfect sport for seniors and grandkids

Aug 27, 2024 10:02AM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Pickleball's popularity spans generations, with seniors, kids and families flocking to Western Colorado courts. Learn why this easy-to-play sport is perfect for all ages.

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What proposed budget cuts to Older Americans Act means for seniors

Jul 31, 2024 01:09PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Proposed cuts to the Older Americans Act threaten essential services for seniors, including meals, job training and fall prevention. Learn how these changes could impact millions of aging Americans.

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