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News from area colleges. . .

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Franco Miele of Forney, was named to the Dean’s List at Bates College for the winter semester ending in April 2024. This is a distinction earned by students whose grade point average is 3.92 or higher. Miele is majoring in Japanese and minoring in Digital and Computational Studies at Bates.

Dalton Reyna Graduates From Mercer University

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Mercer University conferred bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees to more than 2,200 students at five commencements held in May in Macon and Atlanta. Dalton Reyna, College of Health Professions, Bachelor of Science

Three Tips to Pick Out a Sweet Watermelon

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

A good, sweet watermelon is a staple healthy summer snack, so it’s important to know how to pick a ripe one at the grocery store or the local farmers market.

Tips to Keep Tomatoes, From ‘Breakers’ to Ripened Red

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

One of the simple joys of summer is access to greattasting tomatoes. Whether grown and picked at “color break” from a home garden or bought fully ripened at a local farmers market or grocery store, tomatoes are a treat.

Recreational Sports That Make for a Great Workout

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Billions of people across the globe share a passion for sports. Whether it’s youngsters playing on sandlots, adolescents competing in scholastic sports or even professional athletes locking horns at the highest level, there’s no denying that sports appeals to people of all ages.

4 Tips for Summer Water Safety

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Drowning is a leading cause of death for children ages 1-4, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During the summer months, when water activities are more prevalent, drowning is more common, according to the National Safety Council.

Whom Should You Choose as A Trustee?

FINANCIAL FOCUS

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Choose as A Trustee? When drawing up your estate plans, you might find it useful to create a revocable or irrevocable trust, either of which can help your estate avoid probate court and give you significant control over how and when your assets are distributed. But who should oversee your trust?

LONG RANGE RIFLE ACCURACY MADE EASY

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

During the course of a year, readers of this column read about me shooting and hunting with all sorts of sporting arms. Part of the outdoor experience, at least for me, is learning about new methods and new tools for hunting.

Things to Know About Kitchen Renovations

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

Kitchens are often described as the most popular room in a home, and that’s not mere conjecture. A 2022 survey from House Digest asked participants to identify the room they consider most important in their homes, and roughly 41 percent chose the kitchen.

House Hunting? Here’s How to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate

News Staff

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 05:00

StatePoint If you’re hesitant to buy a home right now due to high interest rates, you can use this time to learn how interest rates work, and to take steps to secure a lower interest rate when you are ready to buy.