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Mar 28 2026HEALTH

Workplace Help and How Long Nurses Breastfeed

Registered nurses are mostly women who have kids. Breastfeeding is good for both mom and baby, but work can cut the time it lasts. Researchers wanted to see how much help nurses get at their jobs when they breastfeed or pump milk. They surveyed a large group of nurses across the country to

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Mar 28 2026HEALTH

Doula Care: From Luxury to Everyday Support

A new trend is making it easier for parents to get help during pregnancy, birth and the early months. A doula is a trained helper who offers physical comfort and emotional encouragement to expectant mothers, partners and newborns. In the past, doula services were only for families who could pay e

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Mar 28 2026EDUCATION

New Scholarship Tax Credit: Maryland’s Big Decision

A new federal tax credit will let people give money to nonprofit scholarship groups and get back up to $1, 700 in taxes. The credit is aimed at helping kids in K‑12 with tuition, tutoring, special services, transport and tech. It starts in the 2027 tax year. But the credit only works if a state say

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

A Mixed Legacy of Service and Controversy

Robert Mueller was a man who spent his life in public service. He served as a Marine officer during the Vietnam War and was wounded in action. After leaving the military, he became a federal prosecutor who tackled organized crime, terrorism and corruption. In 2006 President George W. Bush appointed

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Mar 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Steve Mosko Joins Radial Entertainment Board

Steve Mosko, a seasoned leader who once steered Sony Pictures’ global television division and led Village Roadshow Entertainment, has taken a seat on Radial Entertainment’s board. The move signals the company’s ambition to grow faster and tap new opportunities in a crowded market. Radial, backed by

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Mar 26 2026HEALTH

Tie‑Dye Healing for Survivors

The community in Saginaw Township is opening a creative door for people who have faced sexual violence. In April, the local Child and Family Services office will run a tie‑dying workshop that lets participants explore color and texture as tools for healing. The event, called “Letting Go of Con

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Mar 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Back‑to‑Basics Farming Wins in Nebraska

Nebraska farmers are turning to simple, low‑cost methods that keep the soil alive and the profits steady. Because feed costs are high, crop prices low, and debt rising, many growers look for ways to cut expenses while staying productive. Cover crops, no‑till practices, and varied crop rotation

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Energy Aid in the UK: Helping Families While Balancing Budgets

The UK government plans to give money help for households that are paying more for power because of the war in the Middle East. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves said this will not ruin the country’s plans to fix its money problems. She reminded lawmakers that past actions caused trouble. The

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Mar 23 2026LIFESTYLE

Tasting Hope: A Night of Food, Fun and Fundraising

Help Now, the local group that supports people affected by domestic violence, hosted its yearly “Tapas With a Purpose” event this Saturday at Osceola Heritage Park. The evening was built around small plates from neighborhood chefs, giving guests a chance to try many flavors in one night. In ad

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Mar 23 2026HEALTH

Women find strength in sharing mental health struggles together

More than a third of female college students today face anxiety, research shows. At the University of Florida, one student noticed something missing. While therapy helped her, she wanted something more personal—a space where women could talk openly without scheduling conflicts or mixed groups. So i

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