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Kids and learning online, What? So many times parents worry about the time their kids spend online. PBS offers a safe environment where kids can learn while playing entertaining games! Clifford the Big Red Dog is an interactive game that ...
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Beat the Heat: Your Essential Guide to Summer Safety
Extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable; it places immense strain on your body's ability to cool itself. When sweating isn't enough, your core temperature rises, leading to potentially dangerous conditions like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and the mos...
Tiny Treasures of the Parkway: Bog Turtle is an Endangered Species
Endangered Species Day, observed on May 16, 2025, is a day to raise awareness of endangered and threatened species and the vital work being done to protect them. Being a part of the conservation tale of the bog turtle, one of the most endangered and ...
Remembering Jill Sobule: A Songwriter's Journey of Wit, Heart, and Fearless Truths
Some musicians' songs have the sensation of a dialogue with a witty, witty, and brutally honest friend. Without a doubt, Jill Sobule was one of them. It just hits you differently when you learn that she died in a house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota, on...
Tech Evolution: 1960-2000 Guess the Gadget!
The past wasn't just about "cool" fashion choices; it was also filled with awesome music and everyday objects that people used, relied on, and couldn't imagine living without. But to your modern eyes? They might look like alien artifacts, weird ...
Unleash the Fun with a Local Friendcation!
Ready to rally the troops? Here are some Friendcation activity ideas adaptable to your corner of Western NC, tailored for different vibes and age groups, all designed for a 2-to-5-day getaway within about 50 miles of your home base:The Energetic Expl...
The Stay-at-Home Bravecation: Unplug, Rewind, and Recharge Right Here in WNC
"Bravecations"—getting out and exploring the incredible resilience and beauty of Western North Carolina post-Hurricane Helene, even on a budget. But sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is slow down, switch off, and rediscover the joy right w...
Bravecations: Rediscover Western North Carolina with Budget-Friendly Adventures
After the challenges brought by Hurricane Helene, Western North Carolina's communities and local businesses are eager to welcome residents and visitors alike. Now is the perfect time to embark on a "Bravecation"—a bold staycation that encourages you ...
Don’t Forget to Spring Forward!
Alright, folks, it's that time of year again—when we collectively lose an hour of sleep but gain an hour of evening sunshine. Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025, so before you hit the hay tonight, set those clocks ah...
Asheville: One of the Most Dog-Friendly Cities in the U.S.
Long regarded as one of the most dog-friendly communities in the United States is Asheville, North Carolina. After Hurricane Helene in September 2024, the city struggled greatly with infrastructural destruction and severe flooding. Still, the strong ...
Entrepreneurial Success in 2025: Top Trends and Tips
Welcome to 2025! Whether you are an experienced business owner, a new entrepreneur, or just thinking about starting your own business, this year looks promising for growth, new ideas, and chances to succeed. The business world keeps changing, and to ...
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Once you get the hang of container gardening you might find yourself growing more and more pots each year. Here are some of our best tips for successful container gardens. Don't Skimp on DrainageWhile this may sound like an odd first tip,...
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Spring It On! Hey, Healthy can be tasty! Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are a healthier fruit dessert made with fresh strawberries, whole grain butter crumb topping, and a lightly sweetened vanilla glaze. This healthier oatmeal bars recipe is a favori...
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Spring is just around the corner! Time to get some yummy, easy, healthy recipes together! Grilled Salmon with Greek Salad You can whip up this light and refreshing dish in just 20 minutes. It doesn't get easier than that! Grilled salmon pairs perfect...
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We, the People, recognize that we have responsibilities as well as rights; that our destinies are bound together; that a freedom which only asks what's in it for me, a freedom without a commitment to others, a freedom without love or charity or duty ...
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Science Daily: Citizen science discovers a new form of the northern lights Date:January 29, 2020Source:University of Helsinki Summary:Working together with space researchers, amateur photographers have discovered a new auroral form. Named 'dunes' by ...
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So, up until about five years ago, I didn't really consider myself a "Boomer." I have older brothers and a sister that I did think of as a different generation from me. My oldest brother was 14 when The Beatles first appeared on live ...
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Stem cell study finds malfunctioning brain cells in patients who were diagnosed before age 50; researchers test potential new treatment Science Daily Date:January 27, 2020Source: Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterSummary: People who develop Parkinson'...
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WNC Nature Center Director Chris Gentile attributes the growth in attendance to a combination of planning and partnership. "When I first started at the Nature Center in 2010, we created a '2020 Vision' master plan to shape the future of the center. &...
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Spring Into New Recipes! Wow, is Spring really just around the corner? It is, so let's get ready with yummy recipes! This recipe is tasty and since it's all in one pan, easy to clean up! Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil, plus a litt...
Beat the Heat: Your Essential Guide to Summer Safety
Extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable; it places immense strain on your body's ability to cool itself. When sweating isn't enough, your core temperature rises, leading to potentially dangerous conditi...
Tiny Treasures of the Parkway: Bog Turtle is an Endangered Species
Endangered Species Day, observed on May 16, 2025, is a day to raise awareness of endangered and threatened species and the vital work being done to protect them. Being a part of the conservation tale ...
Remembering Jill Sobule: A Songwriter's Journey of Wit, Heart, and Fearless Truths
Some musicians' songs have the sensation of a dialogue with a witty, witty, and brutally honest friend. Without a doubt, Jill Sobule was one of them. It just hits you differently when you learn that s...
Tech Evolution: 1960-2000 Guess the Gadget!
The past wasn't just about "cool" fashion choices; it was also filled with awesome music and everyday objects that people used, relied on, and couldn't imagine living without. But to your modern ...
Unleash the Fun with a Local Friendcation!
Ready to rally the troops? Here are some Friendcation activity ideas adaptable to your corner of Western NC, tailored for different vibes and age groups, all designed for a 2-to-5-day getaway within a...