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Despite Staggering Pandemic Losses, Texas Budget Forecast Better Than Expected, State Comptroller Says

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

Despite “historic declines,” state lawmakers will have more money to work with in the upcoming legislative session than Comptroller Glenn Hegar expected over the summer, he said Monday.

Stocking Stuffers for Everyone on Your List

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

Before you can hang the stockings by the chimney with care, you have to figure out how you’re going to stuff them.

DIY Weatherization Tips to Keep Your Home Cozy All Season Long

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

As temperatures fall outside, it’s time to get ready for the chillier months ahead. Most homeowners want to keep their home cozy and their heating bills low during the winter, but struggle to keep the warmth in and the cold air out.

The Roles Bone Marrow Plays in the Body

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

Bones make up the skeletal system and serve the important function of giving the body support to be able to move. What’s inside the bones also is essential to personal health. Bone marrow can be found in the center of bones.

Tis the Season for Ginger

’Tis the Season for Ginger

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

Ginger is not just spicy, sweet and delicious, it’s also tremendously good for you. And the holiday season is the perfect time to pack a punch with it in everything from the cookie tray to the cocktails. Here’s why and how to include this efficacious superfood in your holiday festivities.

How to Save Enough for a Down Payment on a House

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

A home is the most costly thing many people will ever buy. The process of buying a home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. One way to make the process of buying a home go more smoothly is to save enough money to put down a substantial down payment.

Tips For Dementia Caregivers During The Pandemic

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

Caregivers play vital roles in the lives of the people they look after. That’s especially true for people caring for dementia patients, many of whom require round-the-clock help every day. A caregiver’s role is never easy, but the demands have been even greater during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

How Much Should You Stockpile for an Emergency?

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

When the novel coronavirus COVID-19 was officially proclaimed a pandemic in March 2020, people were urged to stay home and limit their exposure to those outside their households. Understandably, some measure of panic ensued after that proclamation.

What Being a Peace Corps Volunteer is Really Like

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

For many, Peace Corps service is a first step toward a career or the continuation of a life’s work.

How Families Can Shop Smarter All School Year Long

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Thu, 12/03/2020 - 05:00

While this academic year looks a little different from previous years, some things don’t change. Busy families are still in need of smart tips to save time and money on weekday meals and school supplies. Check out the savings and organizational tips below from the discount experts at Dollar General.