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Laughter is the Best Medicine It's fun to share a good laugh, but did you know it can actually improve your health? Learn how to harness the powerful benefits of laughter and humor.The benefits of laughterIt's true: laughter is strong medicine....
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Mountain Moods
Because in These Hills, You Can Laugh, Cry, and Rebuild—All in a DayThe air's been thick lately in alot of places —with smoke, yes, but also grit and grace.We've been through it: Hurricane Helene left her mark, and now wildfires edge closer than...
Less is Now: Spring Cleaning with Purpose
Inspired by The Minimalists and that nagging pile of stuff you keep ignoring If you've watched The Minimalists: Less Is Now on Netflix, you know exactly where I'm going with this. Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus remind us that our stuff — t...
Asheville Town Hall Highlights Political Divide as Constituents Demand Answers
A Town Hall Marked by Engagement and FrustrationTensions ran high at U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards' (R-NC) town hall in Asheville on March 13, where hundreds of constituents gathered to voice their concerns. Hosted at Asheville-Buncombe Technical...
Federal Funding Cuts Leaves WNC Exposed After Hurricane Helene
Western North Carolina is still rebuiding after Hurricane Helene swept through in September 2024, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Trees—nature's best defense against flooding, erosion, and extreme weather—were lost in staggering numb...
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...
Teacher Grant Cut in Western NC
Tens of millions of federal grants recently canceled by the Trump adminstration directly support programs for teacher retention andtraining across North Carolina. Practically speaking, this implies that previously used vital financial suppo...
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 ...
A Penny for Your Thoughts
In a move that has sparked nationwide debate, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on February 9, 2025, to announce that he has directed the U.S. Treasury Department to halt the production of new pennies. In his post, Trump stated: ...
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 ...
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Reflecting on His Legacy & Our Path Forward
People in the United States remember and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was one of the most important civil rights leaders, on the third Monday of every January. Today is also a day to remember what he said and did and to think about how ...
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July 15, 2019 -- Genetic analysis has revealed that the ancestors of modern humans interbred with at least five different archaic human groups as they moved out of Africa and across Eurasia. Source: University of AdelaideSummary:Genetic analysis...
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JULY 5, 2019 – Hard Day's Night -- How do you stay in such great shape? I get up in the morning and I meditate. I go to the gym and I have a trainer, and I work out myself too, when I'm on the road. I'm a vegetarian. When we're on tour, to get o...
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Top off this veggie mix with feta cheese.YIELDS:6 servingsTOTAL TIME:0 hours 15 minsINGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice1 tbsp. olive oil1/2 tsp. pure honeyKosher salt and black pepper1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced1/4 red onion, thinly slic...
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Spinach Dip This hot spinach dip is a blend of cooked spinach, three types of cheese and seasonings, all baked together to melted cheesy perfection. An easy make-ahead party snack that's sure to be a crowd pleaser.CourseAppetizer CuisineAmerican Keyw...
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Smoky Grilled Pork Chops Recipe by:CookinLovin All Recipes!"These thick pork chops have a smoky flavor, are very moist and tender, and the rub is easy to make. A family favorite, always requested at BBQs. I like to serve these chops with loaded...
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Here's heartwarming news: People with a family history of heart disease who also had a positive outlook were one-third less likely to have a heart attack or other cardiovascular event within five to 25 years than those with a more negative outlook. T...
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It's Friday! You've made it to the end of another working week, and for those of us who don't work weekends, two blissful days of relaxing and socialising lie ahead. But what if you've not got that Friday feeling just yet? There's still time - here a...
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The Center for Parenting Education. -- A resource to help parents do the best job they can to raise their children.THE BIG PICTURE: TEACHING RESPONSIBILITY TO YOUR CHILDRENWhen asked what traits parents would like their children to have now and ...
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Famous Last Meal Ribs Rcipe Makes. 3 servings Preparation time. 15 minutes to skin 'n' trim and rub Cooking time. 4 to 7 hours depending on the cut you choose. We will be cooking low and slow at about 225°F, so allow 5 to 6 hours for St. Louis Cut (S...
Mountain Moods
Because in These Hills, You Can Laugh, Cry, and Rebuild—All in a DayThe air's been thick lately in alot of places —with smoke, yes, but also grit and grace.We've been through it: Hurricane Helene...
Less is Now: Spring Cleaning with Purpose
Inspired by The Minimalists and that nagging pile of stuff you keep ignoring If you've watched The Minimalists: Less Is Now on Netflix, you know exactly where I'm going with this. Joshua Fields Millbu...
Asheville Town Hall Highlights Political Divide as Constituents Demand Answers
A Town Hall Marked by Engagement and FrustrationTensions ran high at U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards' (R-NC) town hall in Asheville on March 13, where hundreds of constituents gathered to voice thei...
Federal Funding Cuts Leaves WNC Exposed After Hurricane Helene
Western North Carolina is still rebuiding after Hurricane Helene swept through in September 2024, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Trees—nature's best defense against flooding, erosion...
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 b...