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Jul 23, 2026
Second Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Eat and Drink to Get You Though It
Second Cyclospora Outbreak Because apparently one wasn’t enough.… there’s now a second Cyclospora outbreak popping up, across 5 midwestern states. Health officials are still trying to pin down the source, but we’re talking thousands of cases nationwide, a few hundred hospitalizations, and now another cluster popping up across the Midwest. (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and … Continue reading Second Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Eat and Drink to Get You Though It
Jul 22, 2026
How To Ease Your Kids Into Back-To-School
So… summer’s been all late nights, loose rules, and “sure, have another popsicle.” And now we’re supposed to just… pivot to school mode? The trick is easing into it. Start nudging bedtime earlier a little at a time. Same with mornings. Nobody needs a 6am shock to the system. Sell up the good stuff, too. … Continue reading How To Ease Your Kids Into Back-To-School
Jul 21, 2026
Balloons and Big Fun in Joplin
So Joplin’s about to get a little… floaty. The Route 66 Centennial Balloon Festival lands August 28th through the 30th at Missouri Southern, and it’s basically three days of looking up and going, “okay yeah, that’s pretty cool.” We’re talking more than a dozen hot air balloons, plus tethered rides if committing to the full … Continue reading Balloons and Big Fun in Joplin
Jul 21, 2026
Your Coffee Habit: Now Doctor-Approved
If your main personality trait is drinking coffee like it’s a full-time job you might actually be doing yourself a favor. The American Heart Association just came out and said that up to five cups of plain coffee a day is generally safe for most adults, and might even lower your risk of heart disease, … Continue reading Your Coffee Habit: Now Doctor-Approved
Jul 20, 2026
Back-To-School Bargain Shopping Tips
Back-to-school shopping is back… and yeah, it’s coming for your wallet. The average parent’s looking at around $600, so naturally, everyone’s in “how do I not spend that?” mode. First move? Shop your own house. There’s a 90% chance last year’s backpack still has perfectly good supplies hiding in it. Free is undefeated. After that, … Continue reading Back-To-School Bargain Shopping Tips
Jul 16, 2026
Better Ways To Boost Morning Energy
If your morning routine is basically “open eyes, grab coffee, hope for the best”… yeah, same. But apparently that’s not doing you any favors. Doctors say your energy isn’t just about caffeine — it’s sleep timing, stress, hydration… all the annoying responsible stuff. But the fixes are actually pretty simple. First, drink some water. Your … Continue reading Better Ways To Boost Morning Energy
Jul 15, 2026
CDC Flags Foods in Cyclospora Spread
So there’s a lovely little thing called cyclospora making the rounds in 31 states… and by “lovely,” I mean it can park you in the bathroom for weeks. We’re talking the kind of situation you do not brag about. Health folks say it’s mostly hitching a ride on certain fresh foods. So for now, maybe … Continue reading CDC Flags Foods in Cyclospora Spread
Jul 14, 2026
Lottery Jackpots Still Climbing
Lottery fever is back, and it’s getting crazy. Between Mega Millions and Powerball, there’s now well over a billion dollars just… sitting there, waiting for your “I almost didn’t buy a ticket” story. Powerball struck out again Monday night, which means it’s climbed to about $498 million for the next drawing Wednesday. Meanwhile, Mega Millions is sitting at a … Continue reading Lottery Jackpots Still Climbing
Jul 14, 2026
Supermarket Spending Strains Savings
Grocery shopping has officially entered “well, that hurt” territory. New research says a whole lot of Americans aren’t just side-eyeing their receipts—they’re straight-up dipping into savings or leaning on credit cards just to keep the fridge stocked. And not in a “points and perks” kind of way… more like “I’ll figure this out later.” About … Continue reading Supermarket Spending Strains Savings
Jul 13, 2026
Thom’s Redneck Roof Rescue
{video:dcWYaYT} Storms rolled in Friday night and Saturday morning, sending a large tree chunk crashing onto our garage roof and leaving a nice hole the size of my hand. I needed a quick fix but all the hardware stores had no satisfactory solutions. Luckily, I was able to whip up a tasty repair mix. Added … Continue reading Thom’s Redneck Roof Rescue
Jul 10, 2026
Summer Strategies for a Cooler Car
Getting into a hot car in the summer is basically a gamble with the skin on your hands and the back of your thighs. Good news: you can make it way less miserable without cranking the AC into panic mode. First move? Don’t hit recirculate right away. Crack the windows, turn the fan on, and … Continue reading Summer Strategies for a Cooler Car
Jul 9, 2026
Explosive Diarrhea Parasite In Missouri
The “explosive diarrhea parasite” has officially made it to Missouri. Love that for us. And when major fast food outlets start pulling menu items you know it’s serious. Not to ruin your day, but there’s a parasite making the rounds in at least 20 states that’s causing people to make some very urgent “life choices.” … Continue reading Explosive Diarrhea Parasite In Missouri