Another wonderful locally-owned Chico company, Klean Kanteen, is thriving even in this challenging economy. I'm still using several Klean Kanteens I purchased several years ago and recently became a "fan" of the company on Facebook, just because I think it's such a great Continue Reading
Speaking of critters, my friend Bejay just shared this very fun video with me (click here to view). Reminds me of our sweet Sarah, the Australian Shepherd who was a cherished family member when my boys were young. If you're yearning for a little canine companionship but Continue Reading
Have you seen the new "Ballotpedia" web site yet? The site allows you to click on any state on the map graphic to get information about ballot measures and initiatives prior to the election. Click here to view the California site. In the tradition of Wikipedia, Ballotpedia Continue Reading
Saw the "ReWalk" mentioned in the Chico News & Review and checked it out on YouTube (click here for a video demonstration). Truly amazing! Amit Goffer, the founder of Argo Medical Technologies, a small Israeli high-tech company, has developed a robotic "exoskeletal" Continue Reading
"Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony toward all." - George Washington, Farewell to Congress address, Sept. 17, 1796. (Click here for full transcript of his speech.) Good words to remember as our country prepares to elect new Continue Reading
Have you heard the term "amenity buyer" yet? According to a recent story on NPR, "More Americans are living where they want to, not where they have to. They're making new lives for themselves by the beach, in the mountains, in college towns." Towns like Flagstaff, AZ, Aspen, Continue Reading
