Lifestyle

We All Scream for Ice Cream

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

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.

Crandall ISD Hosts Back-to-School Event: Free Supplies, Services, and More for Students

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

Crandall Independent School District is thrilled to announce a special backto- school event aimed at preparing students for a successful academic year. The event will take place on Saturday, August 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crandall Middle School.

Outdoor Activities Benefit Kids

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

Modern amenities and indoor comforts have made life easier in many ways, but they’ve also helped to fashion a generation of people who spend much of their time inside.

Dating After 50

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

This column idea started innocently enough. Dating after 50. How much could there be to write about such a narrow topic? Turns out that might be a facetious question. The original column spurned a part two, and now, here, a part three.

How to Make Early Retirement a Reality

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

Retirement is something millions of professionals aspire to. Retirement isn’t necessarily when a person stops working forever. In fact, many retirees continue working as part-time volunteers and consultants. Individuals have traditionally retired at the age of 65.

What Really Happens When You Get A Sunburn?

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

It’s understandable — you were having too much fun splashing around in the pool to even consider stopping the fun to get out and go about the incredibly un-fun task of reapplying sunscreen.

Homegrown Tomatoes

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

I found a brown paper bag full of tomatoes on my doorstep, along with homemade tomato chutney. I don’t know where the stuff came from, but the tomatoes were homegrown. If there is a pleasure more marvelous than homegrown tomatoes, it’s probably illegal.

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical Events From July 1924

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

The month of July has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in July 1924. •Full-time airmail service begins on July 1.

4 Trends Showing Mental Health is a Continued Challenge for Americans

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

Family Features People with outward appearances of success, productivity and happiness often still deal with internal struggles. Mental health challenges continue to affect Americans, with nearly 3 of 4 (73%) U.S. adults reporting struggles with mental health in 2023.

Recognizing Vision Problems in Kids

News Staff

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 05:00

Although vision loss is typically associated with aging, people of all ages can experience issues that contribute to diminished vision.