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In Your Prime: The Good Life

It is movement that the body craves

Senior fitness is a focus at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Dayton with seminars and classes such as the Ba Duan Jin Qigong exercise class taught by Ping Yang. CONTRIBUTED

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These are some of the best-selling books of 2025

Audience members attend author Rebecca Yarros in conversation of her new book "Onyx Storm" at The Town Hall on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, in New York. (Photo by CJ Rivera/Invision/AP)

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Construction closes Butler Tech classrooms, but students now working with older adults

Butler Tech Bioscience Center’s ongoing $12.7 million expansion has temporarily closed some of its classroom and lab spaces for its high school students learning career skills in medical and physical therapy. Abbie Cook, the school’s principal, reached out to officials at the Boys and Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty in nearby Olde West Chester, about a mile from campus, to explore creative ways for students to continue hands-on learning through activities with local seniors. (Provided)

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People with breast cancer go to this West Carrollton store for support

Southwest Ohio native Jeanette McDaniel runs Personal Touch Apparel, a shop that focuses on a wide range of post mastectomy apparel, prosthesis and wigs. CONTRIBUTED

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Motions that are imperative to helping strengthen your back

It is very important to follow proper form when bending forward. The sheer weight of the torso coming forward means that upon standing again, the low back must remain in a fixed stable position to remain safe. ISTOCK

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Book review: Iowa writer won a Pulitzer prize for his reporting on agricultural surface...

“Dear Marty, We Crapped in Our Nest - Notes from the Edge of the World” by Art Cullen (Ice Cube Press, 183 pages. $20).

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Nature promotes calmness and connection for those in their prime of life

Activities such as gardening, bird watching, golfing, photography, picnics, shopping at farmers’ markets, playing with grandchildren, enjoying outdoor concerts and playing games outside, all increase a connection with nature. ISTOCK

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Retired newspaper man makes his mark on Vandalia

Frank Beeson moved to Vandalia with his parents in 1957 but most of his family has lived in the community for generations. He had five heart bypass surgeries and was determined to recover to return to work but ended up retiring instead in 2017. He is shown at Miami Valley Hospital North, Cancer Center, Feb. 23,2021 -- Following 12 months of chemo treatments for Stage 3 Skin Cancer. Today he remains in remission. CONTRIBUTED

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Tips for easy slumber — at any age

Naps are an under-appreciated element of rest; several studies demonstrate that napping is good for all age groups, including seniors. ISTOCK

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‘Seniors face so many issues’: Area family urges others to make a plan for future

Frieda Patrick (left) was a dedicated caregiver for her husband. Daughter Sher Patrick-Hauser (right) said "My mom was an amazing caregiver for my dad, and she sacrificed a lot." CONTRIBUTED

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