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Unscrambling Egg Labels – Cracking the Code

BY DEBRA J. MORRIS Do happy, stress-free chickens that munch on bugs, seeds, and grass produce better eggs? Does it matter if they’re fed grain or are antibiotic-free? If you are concerned about where your eggs come from, about the welfare of the hens, and what they’re fed, then it …

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Obituary: Joseph Allen Favalora (1987-2022)

Joseph Allen Favalora joined his angels from above on Monday, March 7, 2022. Joe not only had the brightest smile with a contagious laugh to go with it, but he gave the most generous hugs and protected those he loved. This would have been his 10th year with PG&E as …

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Thompson’s 38 leads Warriors to impressive win against Bucks

BY DANIEL GLUSKOTER Klay Thompson exploded for a season-high 38 points and Jordan Poole added 30 as the Warriors scored an impressive 122-109 wire to wire win over the Milwaukee Saturday night at Chase Center to snap the Bucks six game winning streak. Thompson also recorded a season-high eight 3-pointers …

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Learning How To Combat Year-Round Allergies

BY KAYLA BEIRNE If allergy season for you is all year long, you may have perennial allergic rhinitis. It’s an unlucky diagnosis but one that you can manage. If you’re constantly battling the sniffles no matter the season, the chances are high that you have perennial allergic rhinitis. That means …

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The Divine Bulb – Garlic’s Diversity

BY DEBRA J. MORRIS “Without garlic I simply would not care to live.” – Louis Diat, French-American chef (1885-1958). There is something simply amazing about garlic. Garlic is one of the most popular cooking ingredients in the world and California is the nation’s top producer. Wild garlic and ornamental flowering …

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Obituary: George Anthony Dagnino (1939-2022)

George Dagnino passed away on January 29, 2022. George was born and raised in San Francisco, and lived in Martinez for the remainder of his life. George leaves behind his loving and devoted wife Sara, his children Alex, Fares, Annette and Mark, his daughter-in-laws Sandra, Mary and Delma, his son-in-law …

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Thompson’s 33 lead Warriors past Lakers 117-115 in thriller

BY DANIEL GLUSKOTER Klay Thompson exploded for 16 points in the fourth quarter Saturday night, helping to lead the Warriors to an exhilarating 117–115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center. Thompson, in just his 14th game back after being sidelined with injuries for 2 1/2 years, had …

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Different Things That Can Trigger COPD and How To Avoid Them

BY KAYLA BEIRNE COPD is already tough to live with, but when you’re always wondering what will trigger a flare-up, it can be even more frustrated. Here’s what to look out for. For people dealing with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), life can seem like a constant battle to stay …

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Why You Should Do Dynamic Stretching Before Running

BY KAYLA BEIRNE It’s time to take your stretches to the next level as a runner. Stop standing to stretch and implement full-range dynamic stretching. Here’s why it matters. Most of the things from middle school gym class aren’t worth remembering. The memories are usually unpleasant. They may include getting …

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The Difference Between Grass-Fed and Pasture-Raised Meat

BY DEBRA J. MORRIS If you’re a carnivore, there’s nothing tastier than a juicy grilled steak, a lovely lamb shank, or a fat hamburger. If you are concerned about where your meat is coming from, whether the animals were humanely treated, or whether they were fed hormones and antibiotics, it …

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