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‘Dogs are just as stressed out as their owners’;In a stressed-out world, massage has become a more common means of relief for many. Licensed massage therapist Sharon Eklund of northwest Des Moines believes that man’s best friend can benefit from the same kind of care.A longtime dog lover, Eklund added a special certification to her […]

Fleas;Fleas are very important pests in Ohio, especially during the months of July through October, but sometimes persist all year when indoors. It is estimated pet owners alone spend over $1 billion each year controlling fleas.

‘Thumbs Up’ for the Armpit Festival;The Old Spice Festival in the Pit held last weekend was declared a success by organizers and participants alike. Battle Mountain Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shar Peterson gave a “conservative” estimate of 3,500 people attending the three-day event.The three-day event, which was sponsored by Old Spice, came about because […]