Static cling a sticky problem?
These tips will dispel static cling quickly, according to The Spruce. 1. Rub a wire hanger or foil along clothing. Static cling is caused by static…
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A deck increases usable square footage
Adding or upgrading an outdoor deck is one of the most popular home improvements. The deck is a valued spot for relaxing, dining, holding parties, or…
African-American History Month: Garrett Morgan’s lifesaving inventions
In the annals of African American history, Garrett Morgan stands out as an innovator and a hero. Born in 1877 in Paris, Kentucky, Morgan’s inventive mind…
Groundhog Day captures imaginations
Groundhog Day has captured the hearts and attention of people around the world. Every year on February 2, people eagerly await the emergence of…
African-American history month: Beauty pioneer Annie Malone
Madam C.J. Walker is probably the best-known African-American woman entrepreneur of her era — born Sarah Breedlove in 1867 to former slaves and orphaned…
Florists’ secrets for keeping cut flowers fresh
Florists say cut flowers will use water faster and wilt faster if they are placed in bright sunlight or in drafty locations. The cooler they are kept, the…
Valentine’s Day in other cultures is just as sweet
Japan’s celebration of Valentine’s Day has a unique twist. On February 14, only women give gifts of chocolate to men. Some of these gifts, known as giri…
Foxgloves bring beauty and history to your garden
Visualize stately spires five or six feet high and covered with pink, red, or golden bells. That’s what foxglove looks like. Some species can climb up to…
February is American Heart Month: How to save your own life
Your family and co-workers may never know, but steps you take now could save a life — your life. That would definitely make you their hero. Doctors at…
Counterfeit Ozempic found in U.S. drug supply
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seized thousands of units of fake Ozempic that are difficult to distinguish from the real thing, according to…