Author Archives: Donna Whitaker

F.Y.I.–

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Blood Clots/Stroke – Now There’s a Fourth Indicator, the Tongue   STROKE: Remember the 1st Three Letters….. T. R. STROKE IDENTIFICATION: During a BBQ, a woman stumbled and took a little fall – she assured everyone that she was fine (they … Continue reading →

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Global Wine Output Back to Normal After Very High 2018

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

The International Organization of Vine & Wine (OIV) estimates global wine production at 263 million hectoliters

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Maybe Genes, Not Excessive Alcohol, Causes Smaller Brains

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

For some time, researchers have believeD high alcohol intake causes reduced white and gray matter in the brain.

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New Bill Would Legalize Certified Farm Workers

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Twenty-four Democrats and 20 Republicans were the initial sponsors of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act.  Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) and Mike Simpson (R-Idaho) were the prime sponsors. 

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Kincade Firm 65% Contained After Burning 77,758 Acres

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

It destroyed the historic Soda Rock Winery.  Julia Jackson of Jackson Family Wines lost her home.  Field Stone, Alexander Valley Vineyards, Skip stone, Chalk Hill, Roth and other wineries were damaged.

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Jack Daniel’s Celebrates Launch of Tennessee Apple

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

To welcome the newest member of the Jack Daniel’s family, Tennessee Apple, the brand created a one-of-a-kind haunted

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