As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease tops more than 7 million for the first time, nearly four in five Americans would want to know if they have the disease. They also want treatment, even if it comes with risks, as long as it slows disease progression.

Are you planning to retire in the next year? Good for you. But did you know that from now until your retirement party, you've got some work to do to be prepared financially, physically and emotionally. No worries; we've found a great checklist to get you started.

If you're not popping into your library or its website, you're missing a lot, and all of it's free. That brings us to the Cuyahoga County Public Library, which recently announced its lineup of virtual talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.

Elephant ears and an Italian sausage sandwich. That's my favorite fair food combo. Add in great people watching opportunities, and I'm in heaven. You can get a jump on the fair food season with the free Cuyahoga County Fair Food Walk-Thru set for Sat., May 17 and Sun., May 18 at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. each day.

If you want a colorful and exciting introduction to birdwatching or experience the annual thrill of spring migration, head to Lake Erie's marshes in the next few weeks. The night skies are full of migrating birds, but during the daytime they rest right here in Ohio, and we've got great places to see them, if you know where to look.

Are you confused about the difference between an emotional support animal and a service animal? And what is a therapy animal? Do you know the laws regarding housing, travel and other access for animals? Let’s start by defining the terms.