What do you call that pretty firework?
Cake. Chrysanthemum. Waterfall. If you’ve ever wondered what to call the different types of fireworks you see during a professional show, other than “that…
Month: July 2019
How’s the weather?
Forecast for July 29 Rain will fall at Waynesburg, PA, on July 29. And, according to tradition, that means every July 29. Get out your decorated umbrellas…
Enduring a ponderous golf partner
Ever been in a foursome with a player who ponders every shot like he’s taking a college entry exam? According to former PGA pro Ted Eleftheriou, founder…
Small calorie economies
Try these tips for a not-so-bad diet cheat: – Hamburger taco. You find yourself at a fast food place and everyone is having burgers. You could get the…
Hot-blooded ‘Mad Anthony’ Wayne: Hero of American Revolution (and possible ghost)
Hot-blooded “Mad Anthony” Wayne: Hero of the American Revolution History has its share of colorful figures, so it may come as little surprise that one…
How to fight off a shark (it could happen!)
Thankfully, your chances of encountering a shark are quite slim. But the fact of the matter is, warmer waters mean they’re showing up in more and more…
Protect your heart in the heat
Summertime heat brings with it special considerations for those with heart conditions, and it’s especially important to stay hydrated and as cool as…
What’s in commercial sunscreen?
Two main ingredients are FDA-approved for sunscreen, both of which are very common, but have chemical names that can seem strange. Titanium dioxide could…
Showdown: Homemade sunscreens versus commercial
All over social media this summer (as last), homemade sunscreens are being promoted by friends and family. Here’s the good news: they do work. Here’s the…
Tenderize that bee sting
There’s nothing you can do for the zing of a bee sting, but you can minimize the pain and possible swelling. One remedy many people swear by: treat the…