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Every year, the stirrings of early spring excite me. There's even a name for it — spring fever. There are lots of early-season plants that can go in right now, or you can spend some time planning for later additions to your garden. Both are great ways to kick-start this gardening season.

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I’ve been on the job as the new executive director at Valley Churches United since August of last year. When offered the chance to write a column for the Press-Banner, I jumped at it, as it’s a way to let the community inside this great place. I figured I’d start at the beginning; How is it I ended up here in the first place? When I heard of Annette Marcum’s illness and then passing (we never met), I felt in my gut the organization must carry on.

As the final Music at Skypark free concert day approaches, event sponsor Kiwanis of the Valleys estimates this year will close out as record year for the event and for its donations to music programs at local schools.

I’m writing about colon cancer this week because of two recent incidents involving people I know.

Kiwanis of the Valleys

Summer is in full swing now, and you might be torn between reading a book on the chaise lounge or pruning the wisteria. Actually, it’s important to do both. Watering is crucial, too, as plants are vigorously growing and the warmer weather evaporates available soil moisture quickly.