Probate court can order drug and alcohol treatment in Ohio
Q: My 21-year-old daughter, who lives alone, suffers from the effects of alcohol abuse. She refuses to get treatment, and I fear for her safety. Is there any way to get her into treatment despite her refusal? A: Yes. On March 22, Ohio Senate Bill 117 became effective. This law includes a provision allowing a probate court to order involuntary treatment for a person suffering from alcohol or...
Roth IRA: For your retirement... and beyond
If youre somewhat familiar with investing, you may know that the Roth IRA is a great retirement-savings vehicle. But are you aware that some of its benefits can also pay off for the next generation of your family? To understand why this is so, its necessary to be familiar with a Roth IRAs features. For starters, when you contribute to a Roth IRA, your earnings have the potential to grow...
Be safe: Keep cream pies cool
I made a chocolate cream pie for guests this weekend. We left it out on the counter for most of the afternoon, and one of my guests told me that I should have kept it refrigerated, and since I didnt, we should throw it away. Was she right? If you allowed the pie stay at room temperature (above 40 degrees Fahrenheit) for more than two hours, then, yes, she was right. Standard food safety...
Todays lawns are naturally, unnatural
Americans are addicted to their lawns. They strive to have a lawn that could never exist in nature. The great outdoors isnt accurately depicted in these picture-perfect, emerald-colored lawns that require too much water and chemicals to keep them looking good. There is a reason chemically treated lawns are posted with little signs advising people to stay off. The chemicals used in lawn care...
Internship in Ghana leads to personal and professional growth for Wooster junior
Not only did Austin Oberlin discover his aptitude for the medical profession, he also uncovered an affinity for traveling and trying things he never thought he would during an eight-week medical humanitarian internship in Ghana this past summer. Although I learned a lot about medicine and culture, most of all I gained an appreciation for taking chances, said Oberlin, a resident of Upper...
All in a days work Rick Cuginis vigorous workouts with West Holmes athletes create learning beyond the playing field
Some may call it tough love. Others might say it is the most rigorous workout program they ever experienced. There are some who may call it over the top in the name of sports. Yet others will say that it is a valuable learning tool. Whatever you call Rick Cuginis extensive workout program, the one thing you cannot deny is that the experience the West Holmes Knights and Lady Knights are...