Community members can attend events focused on diabetes prevention, healthy eating, and brain health. The Elkhart County Parks is hosting a Winter Walking Club throughout January and February. Multiple blood drives are scheduled throughout the area, hosted by organizations such as the American Red Cross and South Bend Medical Foundation. CLASSES SOUTH BEND — The…
Mark A. Mahoney Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the U.S., but there are steps you can take to minimize your risk. Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking. Women are at an increased risk for heart disease after menopause. American Heart Month is a vital…
Presidents Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the third Monday of February. The holiday was originally established to honor President George Washington’s birthday. While federal and state offices are closed, many businesses, including retail stores and restaurants, remain open. Presidents Day, a federal holiday, is Monday and while federal and…
Presidents Day, also called Washington’s Birthday, is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February. In 2025, Presidents Day falls on Monday, February 17th. The United States Postal Service will be closed and mail will not be delivered. Happy birthday, George Washington! Or do you prefer Presidents Day? It’s actually both which means…
The ban was proposed due to national security concerns regarding TikTok’s Chinese ownership. The future of TikTok in the U.S. is uncertain, as parent company ByteDance has 50 days to sell its U.S. assets. Even if a sale occurs, the app may look different to American users due to potential changes in algorithms and terms…
Republican Senator John Barrasso introduced a bill to eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles. The bill aims to stop subsidizing what Barrasso calls “luxuries of the nation’s elite” and curb Chinese influence in the EV market. A member of Republican leadership in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday introduced legislation to get rid of…
The school board plans to revisit the issue in March and will likely implement changes by the 2025-2026 school year. This potential ban aligns with a statewide trend in Florida to restrict cell phone use in schools, with varying degrees of success and student acceptance. The School District of Lee County is considering a district-wide…
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would restrict cellphone use in schools. Proponents say the bill would reduce distractions, bullying and mental health concerns. If passed, Minnesota would join a growing number of states with laws limiting cellphone use in schools. Minnesota is considering legislation that could prohibit cellphone use in schools, a policy…
There are a lot of rules about what you can and cannot mail. For example, you can’t mail ammo, explosives and marijuana, and there are also restrictions around mailing batteries, alcohol, animals and cigarettes. But what about cash? Mailing cash for legitimate purposes is legal, though mailings containing more than $500 cash must be sent by…
Over-concentration in tech stocks can lead to a lack of diversification, as the performance of these stocks is often correlated. While stocks have historically outperformed other asset classes, future returns are uncertain, and diversification can help mitigate risk. Investors don’t often get a second chance to get things right. But they might have received that…