The start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions. New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle. If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others: volunteering.

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2025 President’s List. The fall terms run from September-December.

Sam Wilson of La Grange has authored a new book called “Cents to Intelligence: A Parent’s Guide to Raising Children with a High Financial IQ.” In “Cents to Intelligence: A Parent’s Guide to Raising Children with a High Financial IQ,” author and parent Sam Wilson shares an innovative and unique approach his wife and he used to successfully instill a high financial intelligence quotient (IQ) in their two favorite daughters from the time they were in early elementary school through that millennial adulting phase. This book is written for expecting or young parents who want to ensure they impart basic financial acumen to their children and, in so doing, provide them with the self-esteem, independence, and confidence to make sound decisions and solve their own problems with creativity and ingenuity.

The school board recognized the three students whose artwork was chosen for the district’s Christmas card this year at Monday night’s meeting. The three students were Nathalie Navarro, a 6th grader from La Grange Elementary; Haylee Mitchell, an 8th grader from La Grange Middle School; and Brinley Freedman, a 9th grader from La Grange High School.

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The Lower Colorado River Authority is accepting applications this month for community grants for projects such as improvements to fire stations, community centers, sports fields, libraries and other facilities, as well as providing updated gear and equipment for emergency responders. One $100,000 grant will be offered in addition to dozens of grants of up to $50,000.

AMEN wants to thank all in the community who provided food assistance for the month of December. This would include all that are provided monetary donations, food drives, and the special giving during the holiday period. All your gifts gave many gifts of food during the holiday period.

Stephanie Underwood of La Grange has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List. The fall terms run from September-December.

Jeremy and Bernadette Good and big brother Aahil are pleased to announce the birth of Allison Yangon Good. Allison was born on Dec.

C The winners have been announced in the Carmine Chamber of Commerce Christmas Lighting Contest. In the business division: First place, Buck Up Auctions & Realty; Second place, Mc-Call Style; and Third place, Skye Bird.