Chef Alfred Mann has held various titles across the restaurant industry, from an executive chef at an Italian restaurant to a personal chef for professional basketball players. But the cuisine that captured Mann’s heart from the time he was a small child is barbecue. “I grew up in Kissimmee, Florida, […]
Day: February 9, 2021
After the city of San Diego made changes to the Coastal Rail Trail project intended to provide better visibility and safety for bicyclists around the Gilman Drive/Interstate 5 on-ramp and off-ramp, the La Jolla Community Planning Association gave it a stamp of approval Feb. 4. The project, which seeks to […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — It’s windy, snowy and chilly in WNY this February, but it’s 75 and humid in the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens! If you need a little getaway to manage the pressure, they’ve got a lot to offer you. “It’s a great place to bring the […]
Even an inveterate liar like Donald Trump is capable of the occasional fugitive moment of honesty, however unintentional. The former president had just such an instant last spring, when he first began laying the foundation for the attacks on the integrity of the election that would, months later, lead to […]
Pat King | The Fayetteville Observer Some years ago, I carried a card in my wallet that had the acronym “WWJD” on it. It was an acronym that appeared in many places: tee shirts, hats, billboards, publications, etc. Most Christians would know it stood for “What Would Jesus Do?” It […]
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Megan Scheerhorn, Saugatuck Center | The Arts When has winter ever deterred Michiganders? We always find a way to make the best of it, like diving (or jumping, running, climbing, or swimming) into the third annual Mountainfilm on Tour — Saugatuck Film Festival throughout the month of March, brought to […]
Keep track of your progress, map your routes and become a better athlete with our picks (iStock/The Independent) Running in the UK has been booming for years. But it feels like the trend has significantly accelerated thanks to the coronavirus, with parks full of Lycra-clad runners and sports retailers reporting […]
At long last, 2021 is here. However, the pandemic is far from over. The COVID-19 vaccine serves as a light at the end of the tunnel, but there isn’t enough for everyone yet. 2020 in review: The year in pandemic activities More than 27 million Americans have received the first […]
Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy nature, and in these post-coronavirus times, it’s an especially great idea if you want to get away—and get away from everyone else. But social distancing isn’t the only reason people are flocking to camping. It’s also a budget-friendly vacation option that’s […]
In the state hardest hit by the pandemic, a heated debate about the reopening of schools is underway—and teachers there are feeling unheard. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been facing growing pressure to resume in-person instruction from parents keen to have children back in classrooms before the entire school year […]
A historic lakeside lodge in the Soda Springs ski area has been extensively renovated into four elegant residential flats — and is now on the market for $16.5 million. The 21,000-square-foot Ice Lakes Lodge, which sits on 1.52 acres on the shores of Serene Lakes, is located near Donner Ski […]
By Staff, AccuWeather Published Feb. 8, 2021 6:26 PM PST AccuWeather may receive a commission if you choose to purchase any of the products linked in this article. Prices are accurate at time of publish. The weather is cold across much of the nation right now and the frosty pattern […]
Make sure it is resilient in all weathers, durable, comfortable and efficient (The Independent/ iStock) Although no one is travelling anywhere at the moment, now is the perfect time to get planning for that trip. And whether you’re planning the hike of a lifetime, an interrailing trip across a continent […]
I can’t say it enough: Parents and educators are the unsung heroes of this pandemic. In my capacity as a child psychiatrist, I’ve held hundreds of Zoom sessions with educators and parents over these last 11 months. I’ve been amazed by the innovative and inspiring ways they’re helping kids who […]
The summer of 2020 at the Jersey Shore was unlike any other. Crowds flocked to beaches, desperate for fresh air amid the coronavirus pandemic. Finding a spot on the sand was like a game of musical chairs in a number of coastal towns. And some used drones to monitor social […]
While CBS was hit with a $550,000 fine for the incident—the largest ever of its kind—by the FCC, the Third Circuit Court would rule in the network’s favor in 2008, saying the FCC “acted arbitrarily and capriciously” by levying such a fine for what the Court deemed to be an […]
People quit their jobs for a multitude of reasons, but often the decision is tied to demanding bosses, unreasonable deadlines and a feeling that the situation will never get better. When one bad or blah day at work becomes a pattern, it may be a sign that the underlying problem […]
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As we peek out from underneath the COVID covers and contemplate booking travel for later this year, many of us are being reminded of a hard truth: Shopping for airfare is an awful experience. From choosing between basic and regular economy to navigating airlines’ horrifically obscure add-on fees, the process of finding the […]
Last Feb. 7, James Barnes got all dressed up to go to the prom. On that same date this year, he changed clothes to look his best while waiting for the prom to come to him. Volunteers made a special delivery Sunday to help Night to Shine guests prepare to […]
Divorce? Nah. Divorce is an ugly word. Too final. No, Renee Dechert says, her split from the Rockies is more of a separation. “I think a group of fans have said, ‘We’ve had enough,’” Dechert, a longtime Rockies fan and now a former Rox ticket-holder, said by phone Monday from […]