Birding festivals abound in March
Just as hobbyists of any stripe have their share of trade shows and enthusiastic get-togethers, so, too do birders have their events. Turns out, tons of…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Luck abounds if you do find a four-leaf clover
Like the discovery of a heads-up penny or the act of tossing spilled salt over your left shoulder, finding a four-leaf clover is considered good luck to…
New day honors Vietnam veterans
March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, marking the third year the observance is held on the same date nationwide. Although most states celebrate…
Dealing with seasonal allergies
The impending arrival of spring also means the arrival of sneezing, sniffling, and brain fog for millions of people afflicted with seasonal allergies….
Asthma inhalers get smart
Your asthma inhaler is going online. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first inhaler that can measure how much and how well you…
Diet sodas okay for diabetics, but study sheds some doubt
Diet sodas are still okay as an alternative to sugary soft drinks for people with diabetes. However, a new study sheds some light on whether frequent…
No evidence that digital devices cause eye damage, researchers say
Long-term gazing at electronic devices can definitely lead to dry eye. But does it lead to actual blindness? Headlines flared last August when news…
Foundation promotes research to fight rare kidney disease
March 2019 is Alport Syndrome Month — coinciding with National Kidney Month — to raise awareness of kidney disease and the benefits of organ donation….
Red Pepper Falafel blends history, taste
Falafel is an interesting blend of chickpeas, vegetables, and spices that are chopped up together, rolled into balls, and deep fried in vegetable oil….
March through May: Prom season highlights safety issues
Prom season highlights safety issues Prom night promises to be memorable for teens, and parents can help to make sure the memories are all good ones. Teen…