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May 4, 2023

Adventures From the Last Few Weeks

“You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your Mountain is waiting so… get on your way!”Dr. Seuss When I told people I was spending a semester in Denver most people told me that I should plan on moving here after I graduate because of all of the cool opportunities that are here. And…

MEPs Call for Quick Schengen Accession for Bulgaria & Romania

Members of the European Parliament from Romania and Bulgaria say these two countries should stick together in their efforts to join the Schengen Area, by also preparing joint initiatives to stress how important it is for these countries to become part of the zone. According to Bulgarian MEP Ilhan Kyuchyuk, the two countries plan to…

Hard Days Are Good Days: Why Kids Are Worth the Cost

I had imagined mothering a large family would warm my world like a well-lit wood-burning stove. You would open the doors to our house and, like the music box of my childhood, a singular, sweet tune would play. You’d be welcomed by giggling children, prancing about like good-natured foals in a grassy field. Moving across…

Sanibel’s recovery efforts seven months after Hurricane Ian

Friday marks seven months since Hurricane Ian made landfall in Southwest Florida, and in that time, many people have gone the extra mile to help others in their community. The Barrier Islands are an exemplary demonstration of that effort. Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach, in particular, since those communities became almost unrecognizable after overwhelming flooding,…

Tiafoe cruises into Indian Wells semis; Gauff out

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. -- Frances Tiafoe defeated 10th-seeded Cameron Norrie 6-4, 6-4 on Wednesday to reach the semifinals of the BNP Paribas Open.The 14th-seeded American ended the 2021 champion's eight-match winning streak to earn his first semifinal berth in a Masters 1000 tournament."Super happy about today," Tiafoe said on court. "I've been playing really well…

Gardening Tips For Beginners – How To Start A Garden

Creating your first garden is an exciting time. Whether you’re looking to establish ornamental landscapes or growing fruits and vegetables, planting time can be filled with an overwhelming amount of information, and decisions that must be made. Now, more than ever, first-time gardeners have nearly unlimited access to the resources necessary to be successful. Let’s…