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			Arts & Entertainment
	Big Tex and DART
Big Tex has been greeting fairgoers with “Howdy!” for decades, but here’s what he really wants to tell you: “Skip…
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			Life & Lifestyle
	The Circle That Sustains Us: How connection supports healthy aging
Photos by Kim Leeson. We’ve often heard that it takes a village to raise a child. But as we grow…
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			Retirement
	Planning to Retire?
You may not realize it, but you’ve been practicing for retirement since grade school! Think back to those first days…
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			Life & Lifestyle
	The Eye of the Wild: Mital Patel’s passion project with purpose
Photography by Mital Patel. Protecting the last of the wild: How Kenya’s Ol Pejeta Conservancy is saving species and uplifting…
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			Arts & Entertainment
	State Fair of Texas 2025
Fall brings cooler days, pumpkin spice, and the irresistible pull of the state fair! In Texas, it’s a cherished tradition…
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			Health & Well-Being
	How Your Visit to the State Fair of Texas Benefits Communities
When you think of the Texas State Fair, the first things that come to mind might be a 55-foot talking…
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			Health & Well-Being
	How Faith and Spirituality Help Families Navigate Dementia
When Eunice West watched dementia slowly take her beloved husband, James, she made a promise that would change countless lives.…
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			Topics & Perspectives
	Recollections: A reflection on friendship, distance, and time
My high school graduation class was very small—there were only 28 girls in white dresses on graduation day. We weren’t…
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			Life & Lifestyle
	Top 10 Summer Colognes for Men 2025
Summer embodies the spirit of adventure, sun-drenched beaches, and vibrant social gatherings, where a carefully selected cologne can enhance one’s…
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			Health & Well-Being
	How to Create Your Own Custom Perfume in French St. Martin: A Complete Guide
Ever wondered what it would be like to create your own signature perfume? On the beautiful French Caribbean Island of Saint…
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			Life & Lifestyle
	Fun Hobbies to Satisfy Your Creative Side
Are you searching for a hobby that inspires creativity and challenges your hands-on skills? Creative hobbies can be incredibly fulfilling…
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			Life & Lifestyle
	4 Creative Techniques for Unique Quilting Patterns
Transform traditional quilt patterns into unique masterpieces with these creative techniques. Perfect for quilters looking to add a personal touch…
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			Health & Well-Being
	The Deeper Meaning of Midlife Unraveling
Trusting the whisper from your soul that something isn’t right in your life can unleash confusion and guilt about not…
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			Health & Well-Being
	How to Boost Your Vitamin D Levels Naturally—All Year Long
Feeling drained or stuck in a slump? You might be low on vitamin D — the “sunshine vitamin” that plays…
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			All Things Pets
	How Hot Is Too Hot to Walk Your Dogs?
By H.B. Elliott With expert insight from Laura Sutherland During my 7:30 AM walks, I see pet parents walking their…
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			Grandparenting
	Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Across the U.S., more grandparents are stepping into a role they never expected—becoming full-time parents all over again. According to…
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