Take your pick of apple history and trivia
- Published on Saturday, 10 September 2016 00:04
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Though apples are enjoyed across the globe, many people associate apples with the United States of America. That's in spite of the fact that the first apples were cultivated on the opposite side of the world from North America in Asia.
There are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples that produce various characteristics for flavor and appearance. Apples are often a topic of discussion in the fall, when many trees produce their largest bounties of fruit. Autumn is a good time of year to take a closer look at apples, and explore some of the most popular varieties for picking and eating.
10 fun facts in time for fall
- Published on Thursday, 08 September 2016 00:41
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Autumn is a season of many changes, with some of the most notable including the dramatic multicolored displays that occur just prior to trees shedding their leaves. It's also a time of year when many people feel reenergized by cooler temperatures and spend many hours outdoors enjoying all that fall has to offer.
Whether one is collecting leaves, picking apples, exploring corn mazes, or driving the countryside enjoying the foliage, autumn is full of fun facts that can make the season that much more enjoyable.
The benefits of local newspapers
- Published on Wednesday, 07 September 2016 00:43
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Local newspapers play vital roles in communities across the globe. The Information Age has changed the way many people get their news, but local newspapers continue to serve as valuable resources for readers interested in learning more about and becoming more involved in their communities.
While local publishers continue to adapt to the changes brought about by technology, the following are a handful of benefits unique to local newspapers.
History of National Hispanic Heritage Month
- Published on Monday, 05 September 2016 00:09
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Hispanics comprise one of the most influential and largest ethnic groups in North America. Pew Research Center indicates that the Hispanic population in the United States reached a new high of 55.4 million in 2014. That accounted for roughly 17.5 percent of the total population of the United States.
The Hispanic and Latino community continues to make a strong impact across the globe. National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates that impact and the roles Hispanics play today and have played throughout history.
What exactly is cancer?
- Published on Thursday, 01 September 2016 00:00
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Cancer can affect anyone. Sometimes it strikes with no warning, while other times people may have a genetic predisposition. Various medical organizations say there are between 100 and 200 different types of cancer. Everyone has heard of cancer, but some are still unsure of what cancer is.
