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Horoscopes for 09/21/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-indulgence, Aries. But you do not want to go overboard with your treats and other must-haves. Moderation is key in everything. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You have a no-nonsense bearing that immediately has people drawing close to you and...

How to master shopping early for the holidays

"The early bird gets the worm" is a well-known English proverb that historians trace all the way back to the 1600s. Though the words might first have been popularized hundreds of years ago, they remain as true today as they were then, particularly in regard to holiday shopping. Savvy shoppers have...

Holiday gifts for the family artist

The feeling of giving a gift and watching the recipient smile broadly after peeling away the wrapping is part of what the makes holiday season such a special time of year. Matching presents to people is not always easy, but when shoppers pull it off, the smile on a loved one's face is quite the...

Easy ways to support small businesses

It's easy to overlook how integral small businesses are to local, national and even global economies. The Small Business Administration and the U.S Census Bureau indicate small businesses account for 99.7 percent of all American businesses, employing 56.8 million people. Similarly, according to...

Horoscopes for 09/14/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Your compassion takes you many places, Aries. This week you may be compelled to reach out and do more volunteer work for a nonprofit that you hold dear. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, your friends need you to be steady this week, and that's just what you will give them. You...

Foods that can keep cholesterol in check

Diet plays an important role in maintaining healthy cholesterol numbers. Although the level of cholesterol in a person's blood is partly due to factors related to heredity, the foods one eats also affect cholesterol levels. When doctors discuss cholesterol with their patients, they may refer to...

Notable Hispanic leaders, executives and entrepreneurs

Hispanic and Latino individuals comprise one of the largest demographics in the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau indicates that, as of 2020, there were more than 60 million people identifying as Hispanic or Latino living in the country. With such a high percentage of individuals belonging to...

How communities benefit when consumers shop local

Ideas about shopping are never set in stone, and the pandemic illustrated just how quickly consumer trends and opinions can change. Many individuals are now reevaluating how they spend their hard-earned money, particularly since inflation has affected just how far a dollar can be stretched. When...

Horoscopes for 09/07/23

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a goal you have been working toward is nearing completion. Take time to reflect on all it took to make the goal come to fruition. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, try to get away on a vacation, even if it's just a weekend jaunt. There's never been a time you could use a...

5 tips for buying a teen's first vehicle

Adolescence is an exciting time in a young person's life, but one specific development may eclipse all others in the level of excitement it generates: getting a driver's license. The ability to legally drive affords teenagers, long dependent on family or friends to get around, much more freedom....