Erica Van Buren

Thinking about becoming a vegetarian, or even a vegan? Before you jump on the no-meat-eggs-or-dairy bandwagon…

Now that it's officially spring, it's time to switch out the neutral colors with brighter, bolder colors to b…

Whether they be due to cultural differences, developmental disabilities or just a lack of trust, communicatio…

The new year brings with it the opportunity to freshen up your home decor. But why wait for the spring when t…

Tips to help overcome test anxiety. Take the time to learn about the format of the test. Take advantage of pr…

BY ERICA VAN BUREN Special to South Florida Times Getting control of your finances can be challenging, the ke…

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ERICA VAN BUREN FOR SOUTH FLORIDA TIMES By ERICA VAN BUREN Special to South Florida Times …

PHOTO COURTESY OF SIMONE HYLTON BY ERICA VAN BUREN Special to South Florida Times TAMARAC, Fla. - The Hylton …

If you're looking for a Pub with made from scratch grub, D&G offers a made from scratch menu and casual atmos…

Making fruits and veggies part of your diet Try steaming your vegetables, using low-calorie dressings or addi…

Ginger and garlic are great herbs often found in many recipes. They not only offer flavor but also are known …

Introducing a love for reading early on promotes not only a love for reading, it helps develop a bond between…

In case you're wondering what the St. Lunatics' Murphy Lee and Kyjuan have been up to lately, try grabbing a.…

Foreman was met with some tribulations on his path to a better purpose. He grew up in Chicago with his mom, w…

While obtaining my B.A. in English at Fontbonne University, I took a course on African-American literature fr…

"In the near future I still see myself working for First Bank as a branch manager," she said. "I will continu…

"March 10 marked 37 years as a member of Macedonia. It has been an integral part of my life the entire time,"…

As we get into fall, we start to see darker colors, heavier textures and spicier scents. Use this time to wow…

The St. Joseph School District gathered to discuss suicide prevention and awareness. The idea is to better pr…

When it comes to talking with kids about race, experts say the earlier the topic is addressed, the better. Ha…

At Stanberry, Missouri's Wabash Junction, it's all about eating locally - literally. Celebrating its fifth ye…

Signs your child may be a bully Kids may be bullying others if they: Have friends who bully others. Have unex…

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving, Christmas or both, you want to make sure you include the right pieces fo…