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Expert advice for smart investing strategies
(BPT) - After five years of market volatility, recession and uncertainty, markets in the U.S. are showing signs of life. Leading indexes are now approaching all-time highs, and many individuals are taking a fresh look at their investment plans. But with the sting of recent losses and swings still fresh in mind, now is a...
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How does Superman shave? [Infographic]
Everyone knows that Superman is impervious to nearly everything, but the all-new “Man of Steel” film shows the young bearded Clark go through a transformation to become the fresh-faced Superman we all know and love. So what’s powerful enough to give a super hero shave? Long-time Superman fans and anyone excited for the film can visit Gillette’s HowDoesHeShave.com to view theories from director, actor, and comic book aficionado Kevin Smith, Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage, hosts and executive...
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Tips to keep potty training positive
(BPT) - Parents everywhere agree – potty training can be a struggle. You worry about taking your toddler out in public or trying to find ways to simultaneously encourage potty training and boost your child’s self-confidence. Still, of 1,000 moms surveyed, 76 percent feel that their child’s personal growth as a result of...
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Smart security steps give small-business owners peace of mind during summer travel season
Summer is finally here, which means peak vacation season and employees out of the office. For those who own their own companies, however, taking vacations and disconnecting is never easy, as business continues as usual while owners are away. In fact, according to the 2013 ADT Safety Data Index, more than one-third of sm...
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Bright ideas to get your home guest ready
(BPT) - Summer has arrived and vacation season is underway. With the kids home from school, and family and friends anxious to visit, you can expect the stress of getting your home ready to be in full swing. Here are a few helpful tips that will make you a successful host and give your guests a warm welcome. Create a co...
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Summer provides opportunities for savvy students and career seekers
(BPT) - The summer educational break is no excuse to put academic or career ambitions on vacation. In fact, the traditionally slower months of summer are an ideal opportunity to assess academic and career goals, according to Joe Belliotti, president of Everest Institute-Dearborn in Michigan. Belliotti offers the fol...
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Don't let pests invade outdoor spaces
(BPT) - Most of us view lawns, porches, decks and gardens as extensions of our homes and look forward to enjoying these spaces during warm weather. Unfortunately, rising temperatures also bring invasive insects that can lay their claim to these spaces and cause hefty damage. New insect species make their way into the U...
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Budget-friendly ways to refresh old outdoor spaces
(BPT) - Indoors or outdoors, your home decor needs some TLC to look its best. Replacing worn or dated furniture or flooring inside your home is considered fairly easy. But when outdoor spaces start to appear shabby, do you decide to live with the tired look because you think freshening the space will be too time-consumi...
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Modern day dad [Infographic]
The dads of today are playing a more integral role in parenting than ever before. They’re involved in everything from keeping an eye on kids’ social media use to household chores, and a majority say that they have a different parenting style than their own fathers, according to a survey from P&G. Though they believe that parenting today is tougher than in the past, when it comes to the benefits of being a dad, a strong majority say that raising a child has made their marriage stronger.
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Gluten-free meals with 'wow' factor, from breakfast to dinner
(BPT) - As awareness of gluten-free diets continues to grow, more people are searching for ways to make their menus delicious, creative and varied while still staying gluten-free. In the past, forgoing gluten was challenging at best and frustrating at worst, due to a lack of available ingredients and products. But that ...
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Hammer-swinging singles [Infographic]
As more single people buy homes, they're tackling at least half the DIY work themselves. But they're working on different areas of their homes. Typically, men are working on dining room and basement remodels, while women are remodeling bathrooms.
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Three ways to bring added entertainment to your outdoor experiences
(BPT) - There’s a reason it’s called the “great” outdoors. Nothing can quite compare with the beauty and majesty of wild places. When summer rolls around, the urge to explore grows for many people, inspiring millions of travelers to camp, hike and tour the country’s natural wonders. Modern outdoor enthusiasts have disco...
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Frank Frive
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June 15, 2013
Go home... We don't need, nor do we want a Canyonlands Monument. Every thing is ok the way it is.
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Aubri Russell (center) smiles for the camera during the May 31 graduation ceremony for sixth-grade participants in the drug abuse resistance education (D.A.R.E.) program at Helen M. Knight Elementary School This year, 115 students completed the program, which is a cooperative effort between parents, teachers and the Moab City Police and Grand County Sheriff’s departments. The program was started in in Moab in 1990. Throughout the year, 15 lessons are taught in the sixth grade by uniformed officers from both law enforcement agencies. Students learn about techniques to deal with peer pressure, bullying, and the hazards of drug abuse.
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‘Moonrise Kingdom’...
 The Grand County Public Library and the Utah Film Center and will present a free screening of “Moonrise Kingdom” on Thursday, June 20, at 7 p.m., at Star Hall, 125 E. Center St. “Moonrise Kingdom,” directed by two-time Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Wes Anderson, follows two 12-year-olds who fall in love and run away together into the wilderness. As authorities try to find them, a violent storm is brewing offshore – and the peaceful island community is turned upside down. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Writing-Original Screenplay. Courtesy photo
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