Innovative approach to classroom learning More than 1.2 million high school students drop out each year. That's 6,000 students per day. Many educators believe that's because our schools have become too focused on our children's weaknesses.
FULL STORY>>4/30/2008 11:27 AM
Program helps pets of victims of domestic abuse The Animal Safehouse Program was created with the mission to help break a cycle of violence by keeping pets and people safe. Currently there are about 70 Safehouse programs nationwide. FULL STORY>>4/23/2008 3:08 PM
Young girls have higher rate of concussions than males A new study finds young women athletes are suffering from even more brain injuries. Sports are the second leading cause of traumatic brain injuries among 15 to 24 year-olds.
FULL STORY>>4/16/2008 11:12 AM
Organization founder's vision for change During college, Jennifer Staple discovered that many low-income people were going blind from lack of medical care. When she learned it could be prevented, she took action. FULL STORY>>4/15/2008 10:06 AM
Career killers in the workplace It might be safe to say that crying will get you what you want, but think twice if you think it's acceptable by co-workers and bosses. Tears should be shed with caution in the workplace. FULL STORY>>4/8/2008 10:08 AM
Get yourself a healthy hairdo The next time you get your hair done, you might be able to get your blood pressure checked too. That's because some stylists are trained to teach African-Americans about a disease that hits them hard. FULL STORY>>4/2/2008 10:52 AM
Women making waves in business world Last year, 25 Fortune One Thousand companies were run by women. And the trend is catching on. One organization is helping women break through the glass ceiling of entrepreneurship. FULL STORY>>4/1/2008 9:36 AM
Yoga facelift exercise There's not doubt that exercise tones the body, but can it work from the neck up too? The author of "Yoga Facelift" says 10 minutes a day can firm the skin and prevent wrinkles. FULL STORY>>3/26/2008 9:55 AM
Strokes can happen at any age, but why? You worry about your parents getting a stroke, but it can happen to your children too. Meet the doctor specializing in pediatric strokes. She hopes finding the cause will point to the cure. FULL STORY>>3/25/2008 1:02 PM
March Madness appetizers It's March Madness but there's no time for madness in the kitchen. We've got a couple of recipes you'll be able to pick and roll out to your guests. FULL STORY>>3/19/2008 9:53 AM
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Do you think holding elections on Saturday made it easier or harder to vote for your local politicians, bonds?
Easy. With low voter turnout, ordering a snow cone takes longer.
I could care less about local elections.
There were elections Saturday?
There were too many other weekend events to attend.
Hard. With the lovely weather, it completely escaped me.
