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Design of Othello’s water storage project begins this summer
OTHELLO — The city of Othello has received about $1.5 million in grants for its continuing project to pump and tre…
Practical meets pretty: Container gardening for beauty and bounty
(ARA) - Container gardening is a great alternative for people who don't have the time or space for a full garden or flowerbed. Often, however, container garden…
What you need to know to avoid - and treat - insect stings this summer
(ARA) - Stinging insects - they're as much a part of summer as pool parties and picnics. But beware, stings from insects - including honey bees, wasps, hornets…
Job opportunities for college graduates in financial services are growing
(ARA) - Job opportunities are increasing for students graduating with a degree in financial services, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Job growth for…
Seven tips to keep your digital camera working great
(ARA) - Digital cameras have become an increasingly popular gadget for people of all ages. Parents use them to chronicle day-to-day family experiences and mile…
Summer dishes sweetened with Vidalia onions
(ARA) - It's Vidalia onion season and time to sweeten summer recipes. Summer salads, marinades, side dishes and grilled meats can all be given new dimension wi…
Protecting the environment, one cattle farm at a time
(ARA) - Cattle ranchers and farmers are considered to be one of the greenest professions from a diverse list of jobs, according to a recent survey. Cattle ranc…
Celebrate the environment with the newest eco-chic products
(ARA) - As you lay out on the beach soaking in some sunshine, or relax in the green grass in your backyard, you're reminded just how important it is to protect…
Have a career dressing the stars as a costume designer
(ARA) - Las Vegas is known for its shows. Whether you want to see the Blue Man Group, an outstanding magic show or one of the many entertaining Cirque du Solei…
Green power makes lawn and garden care more eco-friendly
(ARA) - When the sun shines on a beautiful summer day, it's easy to gauge how important our yards are. Take a walk around your neighborhood and you'll likely s…
Illness in the family? How to reduce caregiver stress
(ARA) - Who would ever imagine a healthy college senior might suffer a stroke? But that's exactly what happened to Nancy Worthen's daughter, Maggie, at the end…
Tips to talk money with your children
(ARA) - Kids these days. They're constantly bombarded with information from all directions on every topic imaginable - except how to manage money.
Gas-saving tips from the pros
(ARA) - In today's economy, consumers are more cost-conscious than ever. "There are plenty of basic strategies drivers can use to stretch their fuel dollar," n…
Ready or not, spring allergy season takes center stage
(ARA) - For the more than 50 million allergy sufferers in America, spring usually brings about sneezing, runny noses and itchy, watery eyes due to pollen from …
Help for knowing when it's time to take the keys away from a loved one with dementia
(ARA) - The decision on when an aging loved one should stop driving is never an easy one, but the issue becomes even more complex - and heart-wrenching - when …
Pain doesn't prevent country singer from touring
(ARA) - It's been more than five years since the hit show "Nashville Star 2" dominated the television airwaves, and for runner-up George Canyon, five years hav…