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The Holidays Are Here—And So Are the Mixed Emotions
The holidays are, for many, a season of laughing, lights, and delight. For others, though, this season offers a complex range of feelings. Maybe you are financially overburdened, lonely, or even about all the planning. Should it apply to you, k...
WNC Recovery and Resilience
When Hurricane Helene tore through Western North Carolina, it left a profound impact on the region, bringing destructive floods, landslides, and wind damage that upended lives and devastated landscapes. Yet, amid the wreckage, the strength of the reg...
Banner Elk Man Wins $1 Million from Found $20 Bill
A stroke of remarkable luck, Jerry Hicks of Banner Elk, North Carolina, discovered a $20 bill lying in a convenience store parking lot. That small find transformed into a life-changing fortune when he used the money to purchase a scratch-off lottery ...
Helene’s Destruction, WNC'S Determination
Western North Carolina, with its majestic mountains, lush forests, and vibrant small towns, has long been a destination for those seeking natural beauty, adventure, and peace. The region thrives on tourism, which has been the lifeblood for many local...
Christina Applegate's Strength and Determination
Christina Applegate's journey into the film world began in 1971, when she was born in Hollywood, California. When she started her job at the young age of 10, she quickly showed how talented she was by giving performances that wowed the crowds. H...
What's The Word? Hmmm...something we all can be at times!
Sunday September 19, 2021 What's The Word? It was created to learn new words...why? Why not? Keep learning. Besides, it could help expand your vocabulary or at least maybe just give you extra points in Scrabble! "His thinking has ossified as he's gro...
Corny Rock Garden!
Welcome to my garden, where bad jokes grown like weeds! Don't you hate it when someone answers their own questions? I do. I used to think I was indecisive. But now I'm not so sure. Always borrow money from a pessimist. They'll never expect it b...
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It's the midweek, and what better way to celebrate than with these wonderful Wednesday quotes!You're past the dreaded Monday, you've cruised past Tuesday without any hiccups, and now Wednesday beckons you to celebrate the exciting midweek vibes. Make...
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My favorite time of year has finally arrived! Well, almost. I'm not sure what this says about me, but Halloween is my favorite time of the year. I think it's mostly the candy because the weather has changed just enough to be pleasantly cool, but not ...
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North Carolina playwright, actor and teacher Sonny Kelly has made it his mission in life to inspire others. He aims to use performance and ministry to connect with people, especially marginalized kids. As a young man in the U.S. Air Force, Kelly fel...
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Five benefits of accepting people as they are. 1. It avoids resentment and dissension. Who likes being told what to do and how to be? Not me. Do you? Isn't it really the same as being told that we are not "good enou...
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August 19, 2019 Source: Virginia Tech: Reparative medicine scientists have discovered a new compound that could shield heart tissue before a heart attack, as well as preserve healthy cells when administered after a heart attack. F...
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Graveyard Fields ProjectPisgah National Forest is filled with many remarkable places but one of the most beautiful and unique is known as Graveyard Fields. This high elevation valley is just below one of the highest ridges in the Pisgah range an...
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NEW YORK (AP) — A 16-year-old Swedish climate activist who crossed the Atlantic in a zero-emissions sailboat anchored in waters off New York City on Wednesday as she prepared to land at a downtown marina. Greta Thunberg and her crew were expected to ...
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WASHINGTON (AP) — It's the No. 1 reason patients don't fill their prescriptions: sticker shock.While the price of almost any good or service can be found online, most Americans don't know what they'll owe for a prescription medication until they get ...
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Spooky Calzone Snake Recipe by: prttimecook "I came up with this idea for Halloween. I baked it in an S shape after combining an egg yolk with food coloring (I made several colors with several yolks) and painted to make a colorful striped s...
Remembering September 11th: A Day of Reflection
On September 11, 2001, the world watched in shock as one of the most tragic events in modern history unfolded. In a matter of hours, the skyline of New York City was forever changed, and with it, the ...
Bats and Sugar: Nature's Sweet Solution to Survival
Have you ever wondered how a high-sugar diet, which spells trouble for humans, could be the key to survival for another species? Bats, the nocturnal creatures that often capture our imagination with t...
National Dog Day: Celebrating Our Furry Friends
Every year on August 26th, dog lovers across the country come together to celebrate National Dog Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the joy and companionship that dogs bring into our lives. Whether yo...
NC Lights Out Initiative to Protect Migrating Birds
A recent study has revealed that the estimated death toll of birds due to building collisions significantly underrepresents the true scale of the problem. NC Lights Out September 6 - October 6, ...
Explore the Magic of Fall in Western North Carolina
When the air turns crisp and the mountains of Western North Carolina burst into a kaleidoscope of autumn colors, there's no better place to be than right here, surrounded by nature's finest display. W...