March 2021

Virtual is here to stay: 5 creative ways people are connecting in a digital world

(BPT) – A year into the pandemic and a virtual lifestyle is the reality for many people. Remote work and online education are just the start — many people have taken a virtual approach to the way they shop, socialize, stay connected with friends and family, and much more. The interesting thing is that research […]

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The missed home improvement step putting you and your community at risk

(BPT) – What do planting a tree, building a patio, installing a pool and putting up a fence have in common? These popular home improvement projects add value to your home, and they all require an important safety step: getting utility lines marked before digging. With so many people spending more time at home during

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Good gaming? Yes, video games can have positive effects for kids and adults

(BPT) – Remote work, virtual education, quarantine, social distancing — COVID-19 is causing people to spend more time at home. If you’re like many people you’ve been spending some of the extra time indulging in favorite hobbies such as gaming. Should you feel guilty? Probably not. Studies show that video games can have numerous positive

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Food insecurity on the rise in the United States since start of pandemic

(BPT) – Food insecurity, a serious global public health issue, has risen significantly in the United States since the start of the pandemic. Entire families, especially children, are currently experiencing the detrimental effects of this crisis which the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines as “a lack of financial resources for food for all

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Maximize your time and grocery budget with shelf-stable products

(BPT) – Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, grocery shopping can be time-consuming and costly. And some foods and beverages can expire quickly, wasting money and sending you back to the store for more. But some foods and beverages can be the superhero of your pantry — shelf-stable products! Many shelf-stable products like milk or

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