by Grace Chevrolet Avalanche Avalanche is known for its impressive longevity, often surpassing the average vehicle lifespan two-fold. Its rugged reliability doesn’t compromise comfort or style, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a vehicle that truly goes the distance. This is more than a truck; it’s a testament to Chevrolet’s commitment to longevity and excellence. HondaContinue reading “15 Cars That Will Last You Twice as Long as the Average Vehicle”
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History Lesson Tuesday: December 5, 1933. The End of Prohibition in America.
The 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is ratified, repealing the 18th Amendment and bringing an end to the era of national prohibition of alcohol in America. At 5:32 p.m. EST, Utah became the 36th state to ratify the amendment, achieving the requisite three-fourths majority of states’ approval. Pennsylvania and Ohio had ratified it earlier in the day. The movement for the prohibition of alcohol began inContinue reading “History Lesson Tuesday: December 5, 1933. The End of Prohibition in America.”
Mental Health Mondays: Signs That You Were Raised by Toxic Parents
by Soo Kim Do you have low self-esteem, lack boundaries, fear rejection and find it hard to cope with stress and anxiety? There are some of the signs that you may have been raised by toxic parents. Psychiatrist Dr. Cassandra Boduch, chief medical officer at PsychPlus, told Newsweek that a toxic person is typically defined as “someoneContinue reading “Mental Health Mondays: Signs That You Were Raised by Toxic Parents”
True Crime Sundays: An Idaho woman sues her fertility doctor, says he used his own sperm to impregnate her 34 years ago
by Gene Johson Sharon Hayes said in the lawsuit that she sought fertility care from Dr. David R. Claypool, an obstetrician and gynecologist in Spokane, Washington, in 1989. SPOKANE, Wash. — An Idaho woman is suing her one-time fertility doctor, saying he secretly used his own sperm to inseminate her 34 years ago — theContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: An Idaho woman sues her fertility doctor, says he used his own sperm to impregnate her 34 years ago”
Gunmen and sexism: On the road with Mexico’s women truckers
by Leire Ventas Less than 3% of all lorry drivers globally are women, even though employers acknowledge that they are safer drivers. But in Mexico, where gender-based violence and armed robbery are common, it has proven hard to attract them to the profession. BBC 100 Women travelled with women truckers on some of the country’sContinue reading “Gunmen and sexism: On the road with Mexico’s women truckers”
Opioid Crisis Fridays: True Stories from Missouri. Taylor Everitt, 24
by Judy L. Thomas and Laura Bauer Died: October 28, 2020 Fentanyl has killed more than 850 in KC area. fter a critical crash, he suffered from leg pain. And bought a pill Becca Everitt had come home late from work the night before her son died. At the time, Taylor — who she calledContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Fridays: True Stories from Missouri. Taylor Everitt, 24”
Travel Thursdays: It’s Bizarre To Think That Idaho Is Home To The Country’s Largest Collection Of War Memorabilia, But It’s True.
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Why you ‘regress’ when you go home for the holidays — and how to avoid it
by Taylor Nicioli When Gloria Chavez was planning on going home for the holidays for the first time since moving out as an 18-year-old, she found herself anxious at the thought of sitting in her childhood home’s living room, surrounded by family members she hadn’t seen in a while. Once there, Chavez, who was 20Continue reading “Why you ‘regress’ when you go home for the holidays — and how to avoid it”
History Lesson Tuesdays: 1994 Jeffrey Dahmer Murdered in Prison
Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, serving 15 consecutive life sentences for the brutal murders of 15 men, is beaten to death by a fellow inmate while performing cleaning duty in a bathroom at the Columbia Correctional Institute gymnasium in Portage, Wisconsin. During a 13-year period, Dahmer, who lived primarily in the Midwest, murdered at least 17 men. Most of these men wereContinue reading “History Lesson Tuesdays: 1994 Jeffrey Dahmer Murdered in Prison”
Mental Health Awareness Mondays: 13 Free or Low-Cost Things You Can Do Now to Deal With Loneliness.
As we age, social connections are key to health and happiness By Edward C. Baig taying close to family and friends is often vital to aging well and living a long, meaningful life. People who connect socially are generally healthier, happier and better able to confront whatever obstacles are thrown their way, reports show. Conversely, thoseContinue reading “Mental Health Awareness Mondays: 13 Free or Low-Cost Things You Can Do Now to Deal With Loneliness.”