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Tips for creating the perfect outdoor kitchen

(BPT) - With the growing trend toward creating outdoor living spaces, building an outdoor kitchen has never been more popular—or more attainable. Whether you love entertaining or simply enjoy …

How Meagan Wolfe navigates intense scrutiny to make elections and her peers stronger

Votebeat reports that Wisconsin's local clerks have found an ally in the state's election chief as she withstands efforts to oust her from the job.

Candidates promised a bigger child tax credit. Will that actually happen?

The 19th spotlights what could potentially happen to the child tax credit once presidential-elect Donald Trump takes office.

Avalanches: What causes innocent-looking snow slopes to collapse? A skiing physicist explains, with tips for surviving

In The Conversation, a physicist explains how avalanches form and what skiers can do to escape and survive them.

Caregivers need better pay. Families struggle for more affordable senior care. Will new payment rules help with both?

QMedic examined data compiled by Medicaid, KFF, and the Labor Department to see how spending on home- and community-based services varies by state.

Oatzempic, chia seed water, and every TikTok weight loss trend ranked by an expert

Hers gets expert insights about how effective the most hashtag-friendly health hacks are.

They wanted to save the boulevard trees along six blocks of 29th Ave. and they came together to do just that. Then they celebrated together at Arbeiter Brewing. (Photo by submitted)

Motivated by a common goal

Residents along six blocks of 29th Ave. S have banded together to save 40 ash trees. “These are public trees that the whole community benefits from,” observed Loey Colebeck. “Many …

Erik Halaas is founder of Live On Minnesota, which aims to return the body to the earth after death, while conserving land and reducing carbon emissions. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

Natural organic reduction

Live On Minnesota is working to become the first provider of Natural Organic Reduction (NOR) in the state of Minnesota. Also known as “human composting,” NOR is the safe and peaceful …

A second run leads to a home run

Longfellow resident Mary Haugh got a second run at life and decided to give vintage homes a second life, too. After surviving an aggressive form of cancer in the prime of her professional marketing …

The Minnesota Toy Library is for parents, grandparents, educators, occupational therapists, and mostly, for kids, to come and choose toys that are fun and that help them learn. MTL Executive Director Rebecca Nutter said, “We can’t just keep consuming things. We need to do better.” (Photo submitted)

Minnesota Toy Library opens third metro location

The Minnesota Toy Library (MTL) is a toy lending program for families with children ages birth to five years. Members can check-out up to five toys at a time, and take them home for 2-4 weeks. And …

Pianocycle founder Zero One is a music maker and mathematician, as well as a piano recycler. "Pianos often have high sentimental value. Even if your family piano can’t be played anymore, we ensure that it still leaves a legacy," said One.

Reuse, replay, or recycle your old acoustic piano

It’s one thing to cull outgrown or unused clothes from your closet, but what do you do with a piano that’s outlived its usefulness in your home? Pianocycle is a Public Benefit Corporation …

How to match an engagement ring with daily fashion

VRAI details how to pair engagement rings with daily attire, including seasonal styling tips and how to accessorize.

Five clear signs it's time to sell your car

CarGurus provides a list of five telltale signs it might be time to sell your car.

Extreme weather events put older adults at risk. Here's how they can prepare.

Caring.com examined data from the National Weather Service and elsewhere to determine how extreme weather events are impacting older Americans.

The Science of Flexibility: Innovative Technology in Eyewear

(NewsUSA) - The advancements made in eyewear over the years have been shaped by innovative materials designed to be stylish, durable, and flexible. Today’s optical frames are far more than just …

Tenth Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week Highlights Success and Opportunity with Registered Apprenticeship

(NewsUSA) - This year marks the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), which will take place from November 17-23!NAW 2024 includes over 2,000 apprenticeship events and proclamations in all …

Blue Star Families' 'Campaign for Inclusion' Research Shows Inclusive Communities Critical for Future Military Force

(NewsUSA) - One in three active-duty families of color have turned down military assignments due to concerns about racism or lack of inclusion in local communities, according to research from Blue …

Nurturing This Trait Could Bolster Kids' Confidence

(Family Features) Creative expression not only helps children convey their thoughts and feelings, but it also helps build the self-esteem and resilience needed to navigate life's complexities.

How to Supplement Breastfeeding with Bottle Feeding

(Family Features) For moms who breastfeed, the idea of introducing a bottle can feel like a big change. Here's how to make this process smooth and stress-free for both you and your baby.

Navigating Changes as a Family

(Family Features) Every family experiences changes. Some are planned, others are unexpected. Some are joyful, others are marked by pain or uncertainty.

Minnesota back in a drought

The weather here in Minneapolis has been extreme recently, and drought is something we’ve experienced every year. Although the 2024 drought was not as severe as previous years, rainfall …

Extension programs to keep you busy this winter

If you’ve been following this column the past few years, you will know that I’m a Master Gardener Volunteer through the University of Minnesota Extension. It’s a wonderful program …

Woodworker Bill Dossett (left) and Joe Hayes look over a set of windows being restored. According to Dossett, the dust collection system in the new building is an upgrade that has made a big difference for staff. Plus there's a room just for planing.

Hayes Window expands into new location, offers storm windows

Lost your storm windows over the years? Have windows you can’t open anymore because they were painted shut? Does the glass rattle in the wind? These problems don’t mean that you need to …

Many trees in the community went down in storms over the summer on both private and public land. The very dry conditions of the previous drought damaged tree roots.

What’s up with our trees this year?

Trees are an important part of the landscape in South Minneapolis. They shade our streets and yards, provide habitat for wildlife, improve the air, and reduce the urban heat island effect. If …

How to garden in a small space

Many of us in south Minneapolis have small outdoor spaces, so we need to do more with less. It can be a challenge to make space for a garden alongside everything else we use our yards for – …

The far-reaching consequences of loneliness in America

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to analyze the 2023 Surgeon General's Advisory on the "epidemic of loneliness and isolation" to investigate trends in American social connection.

US presidents with the lowest golf handicaps

PrimePutt compiled a ranking of the five U.S. presidents with the lowest golf handicaps using data from Southern California Golf Association.

About 2 in 5 Americans live in areas with unhealthy air. Here's how where you live impacts the air you breathe.

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to analyze the most polluted cities in the United States, using EPA and American Lung Association data.

The hidden costs of cheap furniture: Why sustainable pieces are worth the investment

House of Leon explains the pitfalls of cheap furniture and why sustainable pieces are worth the investment.

Expert tips from a dietitian: 3 keys to staying healthy on GLP-1s

(BPT) - By Satya Jonnalagadda, PhD, MBA, RDNWith obesity rates tripling over the past 60 years, anti-obesity medications have become a game-changing tool in a persistent public health crisis. But …

Sharing, shopping, snapping: What 2024's most-downloaded apps say about Americans

Spokeo examined Sensor Tower data to find the top 10 most downloaded apps in the U.S. across iOS and Google Play in the second quarter of 2024.

Doing dry January? These are the healthiest non-alcoholic beers in 2025

Hims analyzed the top-selling non-alcoholic beer brands and ranked 25 popular NA beers based on four types of nutritional data.

Mental Health First Aid? Learn it like you learn CPR

(BPT) - Most people in the United States — 65% according to Harvard Health — have a general understanding of first aid, the Heimlich maneuver and CPR. That's great! We should all know …

Fashionistas in your life? Ultimate gifts for effortless style

(BPT) - For your friends and loved ones who are all about their personal style, you'll want to give them holiday gifts that not only celebrate their passion for fashion, but truly enhance their …

More than 4 out of 5 (81%) shoppers plan to buy a gift card this year

(BPT) - For nearly two decades, gift cards have been the most requested holiday gift, according to the National Retail Federation. And research shows that consumers plan to purchase even more gift …

When the winter days get shorter, the nation's sleep and mental health gets worse. Here's how to deal.

Blueprintshares tips on how to thrive during winter by maintaining good sleep quality and strong mental health.

Population declined the most in these US cities

SmartAsset ranked 610 cities across the U.S. based on one-year and five-year declines in population, along with changes in the working-age population, to understand broader trends.

Does alcohol shorten—or lengthen—your life? Longevity experts weigh in

Hone Health provides a science-backed answer to the benefits and drawbacks of alcohol when it comes to life span and quality.

Group exercise may be even better for you than solo workouts—here's why

The Conversation shares research-based reasons why working out with others may help you keep your New Year's resolution.

The thoughtfulness counts more than the timeliness.

Why sending a belated gift is not as bad as you probably think − and late is better than never

Many people who took part in a series of studies overestimated the negative consequences of sending a late gift.