Features

Drug options for cholesterol
In this series on cholesterol, I have talked about the effects of exercise and started talking about particular prescription drugs. In the prior column I pointed out that the reasons behind taking these drugs ultimately come down to a question of benefit.
6:28 p.m. PT May 8, 2008 | more »

The local cost of closing parks
Some counties are researching the impacts state parks have on local economies and what kind of loss they face if parks close.

11:03 p.m. PT May 4, 2008 | more »

Two salads from one grain
Did anyone see the cartoon in last weekend's Parade magazine? A couple is at a nice-looking restaurant, waiting to be seated. The host says to them, "Will that be talking or nontalking?"

12:54 a.m. PT May 7, 2008 | more »

A Nevada City landmark still serving the community
In recent columns we have outlined the history and many uses which have made Nevada City's 152 year old Miners' Foundry a vital part of western county society since the old Stone Hall was built in 1856, and was the first building in what became...
12:26 a.m. PT Apr 26, 2008 | more »

Religion
Gold Country Calvary Chapel

1:43 a.m. PT May 8, 2008 | more »

Disputing credit report errors
Great credit translates to lower interest rates on your home loan, credit cards, auto loans and other purchases. Especially in today's market place, with tighter liquidity and creditors scrutinizing credit histories.
12:33 a.m. PT May 6, 2008 | more »

Students probe international issues for semester in NC
BY SOUMITRO SEN

9:44 p.m. PT May 8, 2008 | more »