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By Jane Ivey “Left or right?”“Right.”“Left or right?”“Left.”“What time is it?”“6:30.”“How far away tonight?”“No more than an hour.”After planning a few date nights myself in the past that turned into more of a chore with underwhelming results in 2016, this is the date night route my husband, Tim, and I chose to take. We have always enjoyed spending time together and after being married for 45 years, raising our beautiful family, being active in our grandchildren’s lives, and running our own business, we decided it was time for yet another adventure, refocusing on the two of us spending uninterrupted, quality…
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! There’s just something about January and February that feels like a reset button. The holidays settle down, the calendars and planners come out, and suddenly we’re all focusing on goals for the new year. I love that energy—it’s that spark that keeps all of us at Our Town excited about our own growth, both professionally and personally, for the year ahead. As 2026 gets underway, I’m reminded again how special our community and the people in it truly are.Every month, I get the privilege of sitting down with local businesses, snapping photos around town, and hearing stories…
Why Community Matters More Than ResolutionsBy Denise Dickinsen Every January, people make resolutions—walk more, eat better, get organized. While these goals can be helpful, research shows that one factor has an even greater impact on healthy aging: social connection.The people around us may matter more than the promises we make to ourselves. Loneliness and isolation can quietly undermine both overall health. Strong social ties improve memory, boost immunity, reduce anxiety, and even lower the risk of chronic illness. People thrive when they feel connected, included, and valued. Where Connection Happens Naturally At Rice Estate, that spirit of connection is part…