March 2006

Cover Story

The Joy of Aging
Good news about growing old. New studies indicate that as your aging brain loses its ability for grinding mental tasks, it may be growing smarter in other ways. by MARLA DONATO

Life After Hyde
Can grassroots candidate Christine Cegelis fend off other Democratic hopefuls in the 6th Congressional District? by HARVEY HENAO

Water Ways & Means
Water District candidate Debra Shore says too much water is going down the drain. by PETER BERNARD

The Secret Life of Pets
Your animal companion may be smarter than you think.
by REBECCA CLARREN

Back to the Garden
Chemical-free alternatives for organic lovemaking.
by LOU BENDRICK

BackWords
The Common Grackle, a pest bird or uncommon wonder of nature?
by COLLEEN NEWQUIST