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The Brownsville Area Ministerial Association’s Food For Falcons food program is collecting fruit snack/fruit roll-ups, Chapstick, and macaroni and cheese bowls during the months of January and February. There will be a donation area in each participating BAMA church. Stepping Stones ...

Home maintenance deserves a spot in health, budget plans

Many people start the new year thinking about ways to improve their health, be more organized and manage their finances. Experts say there is one area that touches on each of those resolutions — home care. Early and routine home maintenance goes beyond fixing visible damage. It helps ensure ...

Herbs grown indoors require extra care. Here are some tips

I've been growing herbs in the garden long enough to know they don't require much. Just water, sunlight and my best intentions. In the garden, herbs are forgiving plants. They aren't fussy about soil pH, almost never need fertilizer, and can power through if you occasionally forget to water ...

Controlling ‘bad’ cholesterol could save your life

(Family Features) Getting your cholesterol checked, and talking with your doctor about steps to control high cholesterol, could save your life. If you, or someone you love, have experienced a heart attack or stroke, you know how life-changing those moments can be. What many don't realize is ...

The secret to this Ukrainian soup? It’s all in the sauerkraut

Adding fermented vegetables to the first course of a meal is common in Ukrainian cuisine, and one of the most popular pickled-vegetable dishes is sauerkraut soup. It might sound a little odd, but trust me — it's breathtaking. This recipe is from my cookbook "The Authentic Ukrainian ...

Easy bites for game day

Whether you’re tailgating with friends or hosting a watch party at home, every football fan needs a game plan to crunch, dip and cheer their way through opening kickoff, halftime and right down to the final play of the game. Some of the best game day grub is hearty and savory but adding ...