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Get an early start on building a new deck for your home this Spring

Every successful deck project begins with a clear vision. Spend some time this fall and winter envisioning your ideal deck. Consider its purpose - will it be a space for outdoor dining, relaxation or entertainment? Think about the deck's size, shape and design elements. Gather inspiration ...


Allergy season is coming soon, 3 ways to help combat seasonal allergies

If you regularly experience the symptoms of seasonal allergies, you know how miserable they can make you. The congestion, sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes can really disrupt your daily routine. During the months when pollen counts ...


Peak season for sore throats lingers on, here are the causes

Dr. Alyami says a sore throat is an infection that causes inflammation in your throat. They’re annoying and painful, bringing symptoms like difficulty swallowing or talking and swelling of glands and tonsils. Causes can include tonsil stones, heartburn and allergies. But most commonly, causes break down into two groups: viral and bacterial.


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Free tax filing: A crucial step toward unrigging our economy

from Susan Harley Each year many Americans pay a steep cost when doing their taxes. It’s not just the money people shell out to use software to file taxes online, but also the time spent and the stress that comes with worrying an honest mistake will be held against them. Luckily, change is in the air this spring. Eligible filers in a dozen states will finally have a true public option this tax season: a new free, online, mobile-friendly software from the IRS called Direct File . Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich/PEXELS Over the next several weeks the Direct File pilot will be ramping up in the states where it’s being offered: Arizona, California, Florida, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. Available in both English and Spanish, the new software pilot is starting small and will only be available to people with simple taxes who file with only limited types of incomes, credits, and dedu

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Food

Get you grillin' on with something awesome

For dudes who know their way around a flame, taking your cooking skills to the next level, all you need is a little inspiration to go along with those deft skills you already have around a grill. It is easy to turn family meals or get-togethers with ...


Politics

America's rising "War on Culture" is becoming a factor in choosing the right college

When Angel Amankwaah traveled from Denver to North Carolina Central University for incoming ...

Healthcare

Navigating solar leases for farmers and ranchers

Solar energy projects present an attractive opportunity for landowners to diversify their income streams. When a solar energy developer approaches a farmer or rancher with a seemingly lucrative lease agreement ...