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The Wait is Over – College Football Returns!

“This weekend is the kickoff & here are some early games to watch.”   ——-  After months away from the gridiron, college football season kicks off this weekend. Late summer is buzzing with excitement for sports fans — and you can already feel autumn waiting just around the corner! Each college football season is unpredictable, as […]

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Backgammon: A 5,000-Year Game Still Rolling Strong

“One of world’s oldest games.”   ——-  Born in ancient Mesopotamia and refined over centuries from Persia to Rome to Europe, backgammon is one of the world’s oldest board games. Its mix of luck, skill, and strategy has kept players hooked for millennia—whether in royal courts, smoky cafés, or modern tournaments. The Game & Rules Backgammon […]

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Why Women Need to Lift Weights

“You will not bulk up.”   ——-  Strength training should be an important part of women’s workout regimens. Despite this, the National Center for Health Statistics says only about 20 percent of women lift weights. Poor advice may be to blame. Women often fall victim to false information circulating about lifting weights. By getting educated, women […]

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Plants that Keep Away Summer Bugs

“Build a bug free environment.”   ——-  Outdoor living spaces have become increasingly popular among homeowners in recent years, and that popularity grew even more over the last year. As social distancing guidelines issued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic encouraged people to stay home as much as possible, a desire for accessible, enjoyable outdoor spaces […]

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Build an Amazing Wardrobe

Books should not be judged by their covers, but appearances do make a difference in people’s perceptions of others. That is why job seekers wear professional attire to job interviews and why weddings are made even more special when they become black tie affairs. Wardrobe influencers model an ongoing rotation of designer looks. The latest […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Hurricanes

“It’s hurricane season again.”   ——-  Each Balmy temperatures and warm ocean waters make summer a very popular time of year. But the conditions that can make a day at the beach inviting also tend to fuel strong storms that peak during this time of year. Hurricanes are not exclusive to summer, but their peak activity and […]

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Revealing the Roots of America’s July 4th

“What you might not know.”   ——-  Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate the birth of their nation and independence from Great Britain. This day marks the anniversary of the presentation and acceptance of the Declaration of Independence, signed 249 years ago on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence began as a letter to […]

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What Everyone Needs to Know about Earthquakes!

“What to do when the ground shakes.”   ——- Weather-related events and natural disasters have garnered increased attention in recent years. The frequency and severity of such events since the turn of the century has compelled millions to learn more about storms like hurricanes and tornados. Earthquakes may not have generated as much interest among the […]

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How to Choose a Grill that’s Best for You!

“Cooking food outside sets the scene for summer fun.   ——- Grilling is a warm weather tradition, particularly when entertaining. Cooking food outside while guests gather and mingle sets a scene for a fun summertime event. It also is a great way to cook meals and avoid heating up the home when outdoor temperatures rise. […]

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What Are Your Odds of Getting a Hole-In-One?

“Few sports accomplishments are more elusive”  ——-  The U.S. Open takes place this weekend at the legendary Oakmont Golf Course near Pittsburgh, bringing together the world’s top golfers. As one of the weekend’s major sports highlights, golf will be front and center on the broadcast schedule. With the season in full swing, have you ever […]

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