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Demand is rising for career and technical education

A four-year college degree is not necessarily the next step for students after they graduate from high school. The rising cost of college tuition has revitalized interest in career and technical education (CTE). According to data from the National Student Clearinghouse, enrollment at community...

Unique wedding favor ideas

Guests bring gifts to weddings to express their love for couples. Gift-giving also tends to be reciprocal, with couples making sure that guests leave the celebration with their own tokens of affection and mementos of the special occasion. Although favors are not mandatory, they often are included...

Today's hottest wedding dress trends

Among the items on a wedding planning checklist, choosing a wedding gown often is a top priority.While certain wedding dress trends withstand the test of time, others have shorter shelf lives. Though no one knows what the future holds for wedding gown trends, these are some that may be notable as...

Did you know?

The adage, "Success has many fathers, but failure is an orphan" is an applicable turn of phrase in many instances, and it seems to ring true when trying to pin down the origins of ice cream. A 2019 study from Datassential that surveyed more than 2,500 consumers about their dessert habits and...

Make your next family vacation more affordable

The cost of everyday items continues to stretch many people's budgets, even as financial experts note that inflation is cooling off. When individuals feel a pinch in their wallets, non-essentials, such as vacations, often are on the chopping block. But they may not have to be. After remaining below...

Horoscopes for 07/11/24

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Secrets that have been troubling you may come to a head this week, Aries. Try not to let your emotions get the best of you right now; otherwise, relationships could be damaged. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, your mind is all shaken up right now, so it should come as no...

Why swimming is so good for your body

Engaging in fitness activities that are enjoyable can increase the likelihood that a person will remain committed to routine exercise. In addition to being fun, swimming is an exercise that benefits the entire body. It's also ideal for people of all ages, as the buoyancy of water reduces the strain...

We all scream for ice cream

Few treats are more popular on a warm day than ice cream. With its rich flavor and cooling nature, ice cream is perfect in a cone, cup, cake, or even as a sidekick to a brownie or piece of pie. Summer may be the season when ice cream is enjoyed the most - and many people have fond memories of...

Signs your dog may be dehydrated

Water is essential for mammals' bodies to operate at peak capacity. The American Kennel Club says water is necessary to lubricate joints, facilitate digestion, regulate body temperature, and cushion internal organs, among many other functions. Similar to humans, pets that fail to consume enough...

Horoscopes for 07/18/24

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, show off your true colors and let others see who you are and what makes you tick. You are given the spotlight right now to shine and get noticed even more. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 The full equation may not be revealed this week until you start to unravel some of the...