Dave Ramsey busts 6 popular myths about his money advice — did you fall for any of them? If there’s one finance personality with a penchant for telling it like it is, it’s Dave Ramsey. However, Ramsey would be the first to admit that he has an unusual way of looking at the world of […]
shapecharge / Getty Images There’s a lot of mystery surrounding personal finances in retirement. Much of this comes from misconceptions about debt and retirement savings. Some of it comes from a lack of financial planning along the way. It hurts someone’s ability to retire or even detract from their financial stability once they do. Read […]
Copperheads are by far the most common venomous snake in South Carolina, but many S.C. residents harbor false beliefs about the species. Here’s what to know about copperheads as weather heats up. Where do copperheads live in SC? Copperheads are found across S.C. According to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, copperheads occur in […]
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Chances are, you’ve seen a fawn prancing through fields already this spring. It’s an idyllic sign of warmer months to come, but what many don’t realize is that prancing fawn is already several weeks old. Newborn fawns are often mistaken for injured or abandoned deer, and the well-intentioned intervention of humans can […]
With temperatures rising, you might be making more of an effort to stay hydrated and keep that giant Stanley tumbler filled to the brim. Maybe you’re even looking to jump on the “sexy water” bandwagon by adding ice, fruit and various supplements to make your H20 intake more fun. Whatever it takes, right? But there’s […]
In Tampa Bay, there are plenty of kooky history stories to go around about the local buildings, cities and names. Plus tales of pirates — lots and lots of pirates. Maybe you’ve heard some of these on a walking tour, from your neighbor or while scrolling Reddit. Here, we break down the truth behind these […]
Copperheads are by far the most common venomous snake in North Carolina, but many N.C. residents harbor false beliefs about the species. Here’s what to know about copperheads as weather heats up. Are copperheads aggressive? Are copperhead bites deadly? In general, snakes are not typically aggressive toward humans. While it makes for a painful bite, […]
For a small insect, cicadas have generated a big buzz this year. A rare dual brood emergence of cicadas is happening this spring and summer, meaning that trillions of male cicadas the insects will be singing their mating song — a distinctive hum that can reach up to 100 decibels, which is comparable to the […]
After more than 22 years of research and writing, Craig Crease is looking forward to debunking popular myths about frontiersman “Wild Bill” Hickok, including one based in Springfield. This June, Crease’s first biography, “The Wanderer: James Butler Hickok and the American West” is to be released. The 500-plus page book is published by Caxton Press, […]
Nati Harnik/AP/Shutterstock / Nati Harnik/AP/Shutterstock Warren Buffett, called the “Oracle of Omaha” for his savvy investing moves, and the billionaire chairman behind Berkshire Hathaway, gets a lot of press for his financial decisions, lifestyle and investing moves. When Buffett makes a move, the world pays attention. Read Next: Warren Buffett: 10 Rules for Young People […]
Sunscreen seems like an obvious go-to skin protector as extreme weather heats up the globe with record-breaking temperatures. But according to a Consumer Reports survey, 61% of Black people and 23% of Latinos reported never wearing sunscreen, believing that melanin provides natural protection. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that everyone apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, which […]
Misinformation about sunscreen and sun exposure is surprisingly common in young adults, which dermatologists say can have serious consequences. A new national survey by the Orlando Health Cancer Institute that included 1,021 U.S. adults found that about 1 in 7 (or 14%) adults under 35 think daily sunscreen use is more harmful to the skin […]