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You Can Save Big Money on Groceries Just by Going Meatless Once a Week

You Can Save Big Money on Groceries Just by Going Meatless Once a Week

CNET — You've likely heard someone say they are participating in "Meatless Monday" before. It's a simple enough statement to understand: You skip eating meat one day a week to improve your nutrition. But going meatless once a week has many benefits besides lowering your risk of cancer, heart disease and obesity -- it can also benefit your wallet.

A Dedication to Climate Resilience - Conservation Trust for North Carolina

A Dedication to Climate Resilience - Conservation Trust for North Carolina

ctnc.org — Championing climate-resilient conservation to achieve statewide systemic change "A resilient North Carolina is a state where our communities, economies, and ecosystems are better able to rebound, positively adapt to, and thrive amid changing conditions and challenges, including disasters and climate change; to maintain quality of life, healthy growth, and durable systems; and to conserve resources...Read More "

Stewarding Land - Forever

Stewarding Land - Forever

Conservation Trust for North Carolina — "We're in this forever. It's about the work that's done after the signing of the documents. After the glory and success of protecting a new property, the real work begins. We've made a commitment to the donors, landowners and government agencies to uphold the conservation values of every property we protect."

Protecting another 53-acres in Western NC

Protecting another 53-acres in Western NC

Conservation Trust for North Carolina — Little Glade Creek is Now a Permanent Piece of the Blue Ridge Parkway Little Glade Creek is a permanently protected portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway thanks to private donors and Conservation Trust for North Carolina (CTNC) supporters.

Mapping Black History and Heritage in North Carolina

Mapping Black History and Heritage in North Carolina

Conservation Trust for North Carolina — NC African American Heritage Commission and CTNC: A partnership built on cultural preservation and land conservation North Carolina's Black history and culture is rich and diverse; broad and deep.

Three Key Properties Totaling 123 Acres Donated to Blue Ridge Parkway

Three Key Properties Totaling 123 Acres Donated to Blue Ridge Parkway

Conservation Trust for North Carolina — Latest Donations to Expand Conserved Area Surrounding Waterrock Knob Raleigh, N.C. - Conservation Trust for North Carolina recently donated three properties totaling 123-acres to the National Park Service (NPS) for addition to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Slash Your Summer AC Costs by Setting Your Thermostat to This Exact Temp

Slash Your Summer AC Costs by Setting Your Thermostat to This Exact Temp

CNET — Though summertime doesn't officially start until late June, summertime heat and humidity are already here. And that means higher cooling costs for the majority of the US as electricity and energy prices are still forecasted to be elevated this summer.

Is It Time for a New Vacuum Cleaner? Here's How to Tell

Is It Time for a New Vacuum Cleaner? Here's How to Tell

CNET — Unfortunately, vacuum cleaners don't last forever. Your trusty machine gets up the worst dirt and grime from your floors, but at some point, you'll have to admit that it just simply isn't working as well as it should -- meaning it may be time to spring for a new one.

Google Home: The Exact Cost of Setting Up Google All Over Your House

Google Home: The Exact Cost of Setting Up Google All Over Your House

CNET — Since the release of the original Google Home smart speaker in 2016, the landscape of Google Nest and Google Assistant devices for the home has expanded dramatically to include smart speakers, smart displays and so much more. But the overwhelming array of options raises a question: Exactly how much will a Google home actually cost you?

Alexa-fy Your Home: Here's the Exact Price of a Complete Amazon Smart Home

Alexa-fy Your Home: Here's the Exact Price of a Complete Amazon Smart Home

CNET — Amazon are everywhere. Since 2014, with the release of the original Echo smart speaker, the tech giant has been at the forefront of smart home innovation with over 100 million devices sold. Alexa is the premier voice assistant that runs smart home automation, and Amazon has steadily introduced more new devices and features each year .

6 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Cordless Vacuum Cleaner in 2023

6 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Cordless Vacuum Cleaner in 2023

CNET — There's tons of vacuum brands on the market today. And there's even more styles, models and types of vacuum cleaners, ranging from robot vacuums to traditional models. This conjures up the question -- how do I pick the right one? Well, I'm here to say you should consider purchasing a cordless vacuum.

Avoid Ruining Your Activewear With These Washing Machine Hacks

Avoid Ruining Your Activewear With These Washing Machine Hacks

CNET — At the end of a long week, is the last thing I want to deal with. I especially don't want to separate my clothes into multiple loads to lengthen the already lengthy process. Though I definitely won't judge you for throwing your delicates in with jeans and lights, I highly recommend pulling out your activewear to wash separately.

Expert-Backed Ways to Keep Your Mother's Day Flowers Fresh for Longer

Expert-Backed Ways to Keep Your Mother's Day Flowers Fresh for Longer

CNET — Some of my fondest childhood memories are of times I went to the farmers market with my family and brought home a bouquet of sunflowers. I've continued this tradition into adulthood by keeping fresh-cut flowers around my home -- sometimes sunflowers, sometimes whatever stunning bundles the local farmers market is selling that week.

Google Unveils Redesign and Major Updates Coming to Google Home App

Google Unveils Redesign and Major Updates Coming to Google Home App

CNET — is here and brings with it several important changes to your Google Home app. On Wednesday, the company announced a major redesign of the app, as well as a handful of new features for it. The updates will begin rolling out to Android and iOS users tomorrow, May 11, and Wear OS users on May 15.

Counting Calories Isn't the Easy Weight Loss Hack You May Think It Is

Counting Calories Isn't the Easy Weight Loss Hack You May Think It Is

CNET — There was a time in my life when I wouldn't eat a meal without carefully documenting exactly how many I was consuming and how many I had left over for the rest of the day. I was eager to make changes to my body shape and improve my health, and I'd read that calorie counting was the best method.

Save Money This Summer: Cheat Sheet to Slash Your Water, Electric and Gas Bills

Save Money This Summer: Cheat Sheet to Slash Your Water, Electric and Gas Bills

CNET — With , still-high and spiking , you may face some tough questions this summer. How do you save money on monthly expenses, for example, including gas, electric, water and AC bills? Electricity and energy prices are predicted to remain high throughout this upcoming summer, which means American families will be bracing to spend hundreds of dollars on utility bills each month.

An Expert Reveals How You Can Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas

An Expert Reveals How You Can Change the Color of Your Hydrangeas

CNET — Growing up in Eastern North Carolina, I considered the cloudlike blooms of hydrangea shrubs to be synonymous with the spring and summer months. I have vivid memories of driving around my neighborhood and seeing the vibrant pink, white and lilac blooms on almost every front lawn.

Sneak More Exercise Into Your Daily Routine: 7 Steps That Actually Work

Sneak More Exercise Into Your Daily Routine: 7 Steps That Actually Work

CNET — I'm far from the first person to say it, but exercise is essential for our overall health. Exercise helps with boosting your mood, relieving stress, increasing energy, improving sleep quality and lowering your risk for diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and many more.

How to Pick the Right Carry-On Luggage (and How to Pack It Properly)

How to Pick the Right Carry-On Luggage (and How to Pack It Properly)

CNET — A is one of the most vital pieces of luggage you can have while traveling. It cushions your valuables, gives you access to entertainment during a and prevents you from going bare if your checked baggage gets lost. But that's only if you pack it the right way.

The Scientific Reasons Why You're a Mosquito Magnet: Blood Type, Odor and More

The Scientific Reasons Why You're a Mosquito Magnet: Blood Type, Odor and More

CNET — Summer is by far my favorite season. The warm temperatures and consistent sunshine in North Carolina, where I live, mean I can spend more time outside doing things I love: hiking, walking my dog and spending time at the lake.

Remove Stubborn Pet Hair From Your Car With This Household Staple

Remove Stubborn Pet Hair From Your Car With This Household Staple

CNET — I admittedly treat my 7-year-old retriever mix like a little prince. I can't help it. He's unreasonably cute, and I want to spoil him, considering I don't know how well he was taken care of before I adopted him a few months ago.

Home Sustainability Cheat Sheet: How to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

Home Sustainability Cheat Sheet: How to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

CNET — This weekend we're celebrating Earth Day, and what better time to think about making some small, sustainable changes around your home? Besides being good for the environment, cutting down on your energy usage and going green at home often has the added benefit of saving you money, too.

Organize Your Fridge Like the TikTok Experts: What You'll Need and What It'll Cost You

Organize Your Fridge Like the TikTok Experts: What You'll Need and What It'll Cost You

CNET — is great for finding to try and that you share with your group chat. But it's also a helpful resource for finding practical -- yet fun -- life hacks and tips to incorporate into your daily routine (can you tell I'm part of Generation Z?).

Ice hockey programs for girls and women experience 'a huge boom' - UNC Media Hub

Ice hockey programs for girls and women experience 'a huge boom' - UNC Media Hub

UNC Media Hub — Something magical happens when a young girl feels her skates glide across the ice. She's in control, feeling the weight of the puck against her stick. She feels the perfect syncopation of hands, feet and mind; she is one with herself.
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