Saginaw County, MI

Mountain View, CA

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You may think this kind of language is harmless, but therapists say it's best to avoid it.

6 Common Phrases Grandparents Need To Stop Saying To Their Grandkids

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K.D. Lewis

Divorce used to be a life event that many saw as the end of the road, especially for women over 50. But times have changed. Today, divorced women in their 50s and beyond are not just surviving; they’re thriving.

Single and Thriving: Why Divorced Women Over 50 Are Staying Solo

Hannah Frye is the Beauty & Health Editor at mindbodygreen. She has a B.S. in journalism and a minor in women’s, gender, and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written across lifestyle sections including beauty, women’s health, mental health, sustainability, social media trends, and more. She previously worked for Almost 30, a top-rated health and wellness podcast. In her current role, Hannah reports on the latest beauty trends and innovations, women’s health research, brain health news, and plenty more.

3 Types Of Red Flags In Relationships & Which Ones Cannot Be Ignored

Everyone wants the same thing, to feel valued by another person. Respect leads to value, and value leads to trust. When you feel trusted you can be more creative. Every interaction with another person is a relationship. Romantic. Parental. Siblings. The waiter. Teachers and students. The parents of students and teachers. A patient and a provider. The receptionist. Business partners, and their employees. Co-workers. Being on a sports team. Acting in a play. Waiting in line. A glance at someone on the street. Sometimes, if isolated and alone, the memory of those relationships.

This One Word Is the Foundation of Lasting Relationships

Maine State

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Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Melbourne, FL

Akeena

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Relationships can be a journey with its ups and downs, right?. There’s so much love, joy, and connection—but sometimes, there’s also confusion and uncertainty. Ever wondered about those little things that might not seem like a big deal at first but could actually make a huge difference down the road?

12 Things smart women never do in relationships

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Libby Shively McAvoy, ANMAB

First dates are awkward at best. A woman typically thinks she doesn't want to get murdered or kidnapped, while the guy hopes he doesn't spill his drink or put his foot metaphorically in his mouth. Both people are nervous and want to have fun, so how do you break the ice, and what is the ideal first date?

Seven Creative & Fun First Date Ideas

Melanie Allen

Dad said he was going to the store. The trip should have taken an hour or two, tops, but he never came back. Nelson Muntz, the big bully in The Simpsons, claims his dad went to get cigarettes, and he’s still waiting for him to return 35 years later. Good Charlotte sings, “Then one day on Christmas Eve, dad went to the store. We checked his room his things were gone, we didn’t see him no more,” in their hit song Little Things.

Why Do So Many Fathers Abandon Their Children?

Focusing solely on problems traps us in a cycle of negativity, impeding progress and worsening mental health. Asking parents what has been going well enables a focus on their strengths and successes. It's crucial to start coaching not from a point of failure but from a place of growth. At...

This Simple Question Transforms Every Parent I Coach

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Denver, CO

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora, Colo. -- Angry Aurorans on social media poked fun at the local news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Mike Coffman, Aurora mayor, posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It contradicted comments made by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, who told the New York Post the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated? Denver media criticized

Entrepreneur

Creating a trash-bin cleaning business from scratch was a labor of love and came with some unexpected surprises.

I Built a Successful Business in a Niche Industry — Here's My Advice for Entrepreneurs Trying to Do the Same

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Healthy boundaries are about letting others in safely, and others letting us in safely. Healthy boundaries protect us from other people. Healthy boundaries protect other people from us. Neither Sven nor Rose, both in their 40s, has been married or even in a long-term monogamous relationship. However, they started dating...

The Need for Healthy Boundaries

Plymouth, MA

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Dontae

Throughout history, philosophers have sought to unravel the complexities of human existence, the nature of reality, and the meaning of life. Their ideas have transcended time and continue to provide invaluable wisdom for solving the problems of modern life. From Ancient Greece to the Enlightenment, the teachings of great philosophers provide us with timeless life lessons that remain relevant and profound.

What Destroys a Person and Whom to Avoid: 6 Life Lessons from Philosophers

The Saginaw News

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Saginaw’s first inclusive kickball game creates spaces where everyone can thrive

The following is a series of weekly columns from Bob Johnson, editor of The Saginaw News/MLive. Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. I talked about diversity in last week’s...

Saginaw’s first inclusive kickball game creates spaces where everyone can thrive

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