National Farmers’ Market week is Aug. 5-11. But don’t wait until then to shop at your local farmers market! Farmers’ markets are so valuable to our community and our health.

November is national diabetes month. It is not easy to manage diabetes, but it is worth it.

Study after study has shown the benefits exercise has on people as they age. The National Institute on Health states that as people get older, “taking it easy is risky.” Researchers state that regular, moderate physical activity can help people maintain strength and fitness, improve overall health, and maintain independence.

Saturday’s first-ever Dive-In Movie at the Hood River Aquatic Center made a big splash with area residents.