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1. Precious Pets: Meet Bunker, the Mini Dachshund with a Giant Heart 

From golf-course pup to dental office darling, this floppy-eared fluffball has become the soulful center of the Mazzeo-Lorenzo family.

2. Lawn & Garden: Charmaine’s Garden of Joy: A Blooming Tribute to Home and Friendship 

From landscaper blueprints to a personal paradise, Red Tail’s Charmaine Smith blends creativity, color, and community in her ever-evolving garden sanctuary.

3. Travel Tales: Cruiselines Best for Adults, Empty Nesters, and Active Seniors 

 Susan Elder shows us Adults-Only Escapes at Sea: Sophistication, Style, and Serenity Aboard These Top Cruise Lines.

4. Special Interests: Kayaking – My Journey: From Boat Building to Paddling and Sailing 

From pandemic pastime to passionate pursuit, Jim McDade shares how building and paddling kayaks transformed his connection to adventure, craftsmanship, and community.

5. Athlete of the Month: Madison Taips Shines at USA Gymnastics National Championships 

Three-time Nationals qualifier Madison Taips shines at USA Gymnastics Championships, keeping her collegiate dreams in sharp focus.

6. Meet Your Neighbors: Meet the Appels: A Joyful Family Finding Their Rhythm in Red Tail.

 Brant, Kaitlin, and their three young children—Henry, Hallie, and baby Blake—are making memories one duck sighting, baseball game, and waffle breakfast at a time.

7. Heart Health: Nancy Wells: Surviving a Widowmaker and Running Toward a Second Chance

 From Collapse to Comeback: How One Runner's Brush with Death at the Glass City Marathon Sparked a Second Chance at Life.

8. Sponsor Spotlight: Jaime Hammonds | Owner, EmpowHer Fitness & Wellness 

 Redefining Midlife Fitness in Red Tail: Meet the Woman Behind EmpowHer

9. Making a Difference: Swinging for a Brighter Future: BBBSLC Hosts 5th Annual Golf Outing at Red Tail 

Community, Corporate Partners, and Metro Lexus Rally to Support Life-Changing Mentorship for Lorain County Youth.

10. Little Strollers: Gianna Simantiris Tiny Tunes, Big Personality: Meet Gianna Simantiris 

At just two years old, this Beatles-loving, drum-playing dynamo is already rocking out, making friends, and stealing hearts with every smile.