By Family Features | Contributor Being environmentally conscious doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In fact, by making simple changes to your daily routine, you can make a positive impact on the planet while also saving money and living a more sustainable lifestyle. Consider these practical ways to reduce…
By GLF Editors With less than 90 days until the 2024 State Fair of Texas, the iconic 55-foot-tall cowboy is looking to hire thousands of seasonal Tex Team members to welcome fairgoers to the Most Texan Place on Earth. Known for celebrating all things Texan, seasonal team members are essential…
By Family Features | Contributor Drowning is a leading cause of death for children ages 1-4, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During the summer months, when water activities are more prevalent, drowning is more common, according to the National Safety Council. Extreme heat may increase incidents of…
By Family Features | Contributor Break out the red, white and blue – it’s time to honor America’s birthday. Along with all the booms and blasts, make sure your crowd is satisfied with one of the country’s most beloved snack foods and a true firecracker in the kitchen: popcorn. Whether…
By GLF Editors The State Fair of Texas has announced the free entertainment lineup, with hundreds of activities spread throughout the fairgrounds during all 24 days of the State Fair, free with your admission ticket. Celebrating all things Texan is central to the State Fair’s nonprofit mission and providing entertainment…
By Family Features | Contributor You may find it difficult to wrap your mind around the idea of an energetic student-athlete with a cardiac diagnosis. Heart conditions may be more often associated with older individuals, but you might be surprised to learn hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is the most common condition responsible…
By Family Features | Contributor From staycations and road trips to Caribbean getaways and coastal cruises, summertime offers the chance to escape and unwind with a much needed (and deserved) vacation. However, for people living with health conditions like heart disease or stroke, leaving home can pose special challenges. As…
By Family Features | Contributor With temperatures forecasted to run at least 2 degrees higher than historical averages across more than half the country, according to projections from AccuWeather, heat waves may lead to soaring air-conditioning bills this summer. “The summer is when we see homeowners strategizing about how to…
By Cheryl Maguire When my youngest child entered first grade, the questions began. “Are you going back to work now that your kids are in school all day?” “What will you do for six hours when your kids are in school?” You get the idea. After correcting the misinformation—it is…