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  A gripping graphic novel looks at four infamous days in our history

  The story of prisoners' stand at Attica in 1971

  This graphic novel is a raw and powerful look at the four days of uprising at the Attica State Prison in upstate NY. The illustrations are graphic and at times, horrific. See what we can learn from history read more »
  
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  Delicious family meals for American Heart Healthy Month

  5 great recipes to keep your family feeling good

  We have 5 great recipes for you to try to celebrate American Heart Healthy Month. read more »
  
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  Centsible ways to teach kids healthy money habits

  It is imperative to secure your child's financial future

  In school, most kids only learn algebra, calculus, and trigonometry but not how to budget, save or invest. The older we get, the more responsibilities we have that make it challenging to focus on learning financial principles, which is why it is key to start teaching kids healthy money habits at a young age. read more »
  
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  5 easy ways to save energy in the kitchen

  Make a few of these simple adjustments

  The kitchen is the heart of the home, it’s also a space where you can waste a lot of energy if you’re not careful. By making a few simple adjustments to your habits in the kitchen, you can easily cut your energy bills and do your part to help the environment. read more »
  
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  Participate in The Annual Great Backyard Bird Count

  Kids learn about birds and conservation

  The Annual Great Backyard Bird Count (Feb. 16-19) is a great way for people – especially families and kids – to engage with the outdoors right in their own backyard, and the TurfMutt Foundation encourages everyone to participate. read more »
  
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  How to turn your finances around in the months ahead

  One in three Americans say they are struggling to get by

  Many consumers are feeling financial strain after a challenging economic year in 2022. One in three Americans say they are struggling to get by or are in trouble financially. read more »
  
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  4 home improvement ideas

  Tips from the experts

  Whether you’re thinking about a bathroom update, kitchen overhaul or any other type of home improvement project, these tips from the experts at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry and eLivingtoday.com can help you get started. read more »
  
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  Highly rated diets to support heart health

  Experts take the guess work out of choosing

  Eating healthy is an important goal for people looking to maintain or improve their physical health, particularly as it relates to the heart. With often conflicting information available online and via social media, it may be difficult or downright confusing to find the eating plan for you. read more »
  
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  7 Valentine's Day date ideas to break from the norm

  Think outside the box this year

  If you’re feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking outside the box can make for just as romantic of an experience. read more »
  
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  Start your day strong with this strawberry oatmeal smoothie

  Six ingredients and a blender are all you need

  Making a delicious oatmeal smoothie has never been easier. Just six ingredients and a blender are all you need to make the perfect fruit smoothie at home. Deliciously sweet and creamy this strawberry oatmeal smoothie makes for a healthy and filling breakfast or snack. read more »