Whether you're a single parent with the kid(s) for the weekend or a full family -- or maybe you have some houseguests and the children are bored while the adults talk and talk and talk -- an often ...

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As the newly elected vice chair of the Worcester School Committee, I am grounded by one clear belief: Our children must always come first. Every decision we make, every debate, every vote and every ...

The dark and gray days of winter can affect anyone’s mood. If the down feelings are frequent and last more than two weeks, this may be seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression related ...

As president of Essentia Health’s West Market, I see every day how health is shaped not just by the care people receive in our clinics and hospitals, but by the environments in which they live, learn ...

Schools receive both state tax dollars and local property tax revenue but must use them for different things. (Getty Images) As a teacher, I can explain how to balance a chemical equation or calculate ...

The FriendsGiving campaign by Foster Success aims to build community for teens and young adults who have experienced foster care. Three young adults, Ash, Oliver, and Higgy, formed a strong friendship ...

(Editor's note: This is one of a package of columns written for The Oklahoman's Sunday Viewpoints section on the important priorities for the state in 2026.) Our nation was designed to be a land of ...

As the holiday season fills our streets with energy and community spirit, I’m reminded of the creativity and dedication that define our city’s business community. This feels like the right moment to ...

Washington residents Malissa and Chris Tack recently gave a tour of their collection of tiny homes on Tiny House Giant Journey (@TinyHouseGiantJourney). The couple showed how they were able to put ...

The portion of the Brown University academic building where a gunman opened fire and killed two students didn't have surveillance cameras because of the structure's age, officials said Tuesday despite ...

The path into the Special Focus Facility program is predictable if you follow the data. CMS identifies SFF candidates based on long-term survey patterns that show persistent noncompliance. These ...