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Early Summer Flowers, Vacations and Graduations
For me, June is about school graduations, the start of summer vacation and flowers bursting into full bloom. The temperatures start getting warmer and the beaches start getting busier.
‘Abs’-olute Back Strength
Sitting for long periods of time, carrying heavy loads or moving suddenly at the torso can all result in back pain or injury.
A More Efficient Kitchen
When it comes to reducing energy use and lowering bills, a little awareness can go a long way. While most people are familiar with the home’s biggest energy consumers — thermostats, water heaters, etc. — fewer may understand the impact the kitchen can have.
It’s Turtle Season
I don’t know why I am so fascinated by turtles. On my daily walks, I keep my eyes peeled for an unmistakable hump, perhaps moving slowly down the grass. It’s either a turned-over fallen leaf or … it’s a turtle!
Going Green For Dairy Month
The dairy farmers of Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association (MDVA) have formed an unlikely friendship.
A Biology Class Changed This Former Botetourt County Drama Kid’s Career Trajectory
When 14-year-old Skylar Gay enrolled in BIO 101 at Virginia Western Community College, it was just to fulfill a requirement. Now she’s on her way to the U.K. to present a scientific paper on COVID — and she’s still just 18.