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A study of firefighters in the United States breaks new ground in understanding how groups of workers -- especially those in high-risk occupations -- are able to take leaps of faith. The study conveys what goes into a person's ability to make critica...
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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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Yes, we all love Fridays and the common reason being it's the day before Saturday, before the weekend, before a Holiday or a vacation. It's basically the day before something great, and yet it can be so much more. Here's a quick list on why Fridays a...
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WNC Nature Center launches its Brews & Bears Series posted on May 8, 2019 by Polly McDaniel On May 10, the WNC Nature Center will host its first Brews & Bears event of the 2019 season. Due to the popularity of this after-hours event...
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Our hours are:Monday and Tuesday afternoons 4pm - 6pmThursday and Saturday mornings 8:30am until picked out - normally by noon. ** We do need to note - we will not be open on Mothers Day Strawberries are $10.00 per gallon and we are pick your o...
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For over twenty years as physician, I've witnessed, time and again, the healing power of tears. Tears are your body's release valve for stress, sadness, grief, anxiety, and frustration. Also, you can have tears of joy, say when a child is born or tea...
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"A simple way to make kabobs for summer grilling, and easily adaptable to add your favorite veggies. Great with rice and a nice salad!" Ingredients3 h 50 m6 servings297 calsOn SaleWhat's on sale near you. 3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons olive oi...
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Many child care providers try to help children feel confident by praising them. But encouragement is actually more effective than praise in building children's confidence. But overusing praise can actually lower children's self-esteem and make them m...
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Every day we make dozens of little choices that either benefit us by asserting our ideas or diminish us because we hesitate in making our views or desires known. Sometimes it seems easier to go with the flow to avoid potential conflict. But the truth...
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Listening to happy music may enhance divergent creativity Participants hearing positive, arousing music came up with most original solutionsDate:September 7, 2017Source:PLOSSummary:Listening to happy music may help generate more, innovative sol...
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Cinco De Mayo May 5, 2019 Let Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Sunday, May 5 in 201...
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...