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Tournament brackets: made for “madness” and fun

It’s about time for March Madness to start gearing up. Whether you’re a diehard, hardcore sports fan or ...

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Go get your ‘redemption’ story somewhere else

On Feb. 24, officials with Grambling State University announced that they had hired Art Briles as the offensive ...

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You’d have to pay me to stop browsing

How much money would someone have to pay you to keep off of social media? Would $1,800 be ...

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Ski ballet and other forgotten Winter Olympic sports

How many of you took ballet classes as a kid? I did! Though as I got older, the ...

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Same old story, told once again

Do we just like to enjoy the same story over and over? The Academy of Motion Picture Arts ...

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Important civil rights case has its roots in Roanoke Rapids

There’s history all around us every day. Some of it is familiar and well-known, just an old story ...

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Help wanted: English island seeking “landlord king”

Have you ever wanted to live on your own island? If so, I think I’ve found the perfect ...

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Enjoying the intergalactic road trip

When I read a story or watch a television show or movie, there are certain themes and kinds ...

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World news: new species, parliament fist fights, and questionable New Year celebrations

It’s been a while since I’ve done this, but I think it’s time to check in on what’s ...

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How-to: start the New Year off right

The holidays are wrapping up, and the new year has finally arrived. It’s time to breathe a sigh ...

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Word of the year: perseverance

It’s difficult to sum up a whole year in just one word. But we sure do like to ...

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Be mindful of mental health during the holidays

The holiday season can be a stressful time, for a multitude of reasons. At times it can feel ...

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2021 headlines: runaway pigs, stiletto Crocs, and a personalized hearse

After a year like 2020, you’d think 2021 would have been a bit calmer and a return to ...

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Flip the switch on electric cars

I have been thinking about electric cars since May. If you remember (I know time blurs together in ...

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Moving ahead on the long-awaited state budget

Congratulations are in order for state lawmakers and the governor on finally, begrudgingly agreeing on a state budget! ...

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