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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

‘I do.’ Rules relax on weddings as catering hall capacity increase to 150 people

Starting today, catering halls can operate at 50% capacity, and maximum guest capacity has increased to 150.

It's All About the Grass, Man: What is Overseeding on Golf Courses?

Overseeding is a golf course maintenance process that replaces a dormant grass with one that will keep growing. Why do golf courses do it?

How Much Does a Dock Cost? Part III: Size

Size is the last topic in our three-blog series to answer the question, “How much does a dock cost?”’ In two previous blog posts, we discussed decking and design as cost components. Size considerations for your project Cost is not the only thing affected as the size of your dock section increases or decreases. …

4 Practices That Keep a Life Crisis From Creating a Business Crisis

Nurture relationships and practice equanimity while life is calm and you will be prepared to navigate a personal trauma that could upend your business.

9 Rainforest Facts Everyone Should Know

Protecting rainforests is a powerful natural climate solution that’s critical to our collective future.

The 20 Best Foods to Eat for Breakfast

These 20 staples and mix-ins will give you all the energy and nutrients you need in the morning.

How one mother saves money despite rising prices at thrift stores

For many people, thrifting can be a way to save money. Recently, some shoppers said they've noticed prices rising at thrift stores.

5 Reasons You Should Shop at Thrift Stores

You don't need to buy all your clothes at designer stores. Here are the top reasons you should be shopping at thrift stores...

10 Things You Should Always Buy At Thrift Stores

5 Things to Buy at Thrift Stores (And 5 Things to Avoid)

I've scored some seriously amazing things to buy at thrift stores, but there are definitely a few things I avoid at all costs, too!

Rocky Mount elementary school changing how students are disciplined

A Rocky Mount elementary school is working to change the way their students view learning and overhaul the discipline process to target negative behaviors, not children.

Never Donate These Things to Thrift Stores

Thrift stores aren't a place to offload all of your old junk.

How to Help My Elementary School Child Study More Effectively

By adapting some of these study and homework tips and techniques to work effectively for your elementary school-aged child's needs for academic success.

What Are 7 Tricks to Help Save More at Thrift Stores?

Thrift store prices are good, but they could be better. Use these tricks to find more deals at thrift stores.

Easy Chore Ideas for Elementary School Kids

Are you wanting to implement more chores into your kids' time at home? Here are some suggestions for chores for elementary school kids and how to introduce them.

10 Reasons Why Thrift Stores Are Awesome

It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.

6 Things Thrift Stores Get Right

I haven’t gone crazy. Yes, I’m giving you retail advice based on a thrift store (what?). I understand that these stores have a lot of retail and merchandising “opportunities.” To be honest, the majority smell, have horrendous flickering lighting, no fitting rooms (unless you’re lucky), no helpful sales staff and wildly unattended children. But they can do a few things right, so let’s take a look at those: 1. The merchandise is always changing. (AKA: they know how to keep it fresh)

When Elementary School Crushes A Child

Elementary school has fallen and shattered over our ten-year-old's mind. It has suffocated his love for learning, piled over his kindness and trust, and ...