The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “fortunate.” This week, the buzz was all about the No, and Buzzy Bees in the Know are Buzzing that the pollination proclamation will bee up held. The low humm is that the honey jar could bee seeing a serious infusion of honey. The low, low humm is that what […]
Magic 8 Ball Says
For those that are keeping up with such things, the race is already on for some positions in Jefferson County, even though any official action toward announcement is still months away. I always find it mildly amusing, and a little disturbing, that politicians (even those on a local level) only allow post or pre-election good […]
Scarlett Answers Mayor Veto
Jefferson County Commission Budget Committee Chairman John Neal Scarlett recently addressed the points made by Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri in his veto of the fiscal year 2017/18 budget, which was approved June 29,2017 by the full body of the Jefferson County Commission. In his veto, Mayor Palmieri raised questions regarding funding decisions that were a […]
Tips for Christmas in July Shopping
Christmas in July is all about taking advantage of an early jump start for the holidays. There’s a lot to consider when preparing for the holidays, and sometimes the stress and expectation of it all can get a bit overwhelming, especially when it comes to one of the staples of the holiday season, gifts. Now, […]
Nearly 70,000 Public School Students Eligible for Second Statewide ACT Retake Day
Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today that the state is expanding its ACT Senior Retake Day to all Tennessee public high school students in the class of 2018, totaling nearly 70,000 students. In addition, the department is making it easier for public school seniors to retake the ACT this fall by offering this second opportunity […]
Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked to Higher Death Risk
Popular heartburn drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been linked to a variety of health problems, including serious kidney damage, bone fractures and dementia. Now, a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis shows that longtime use of the drugs also is associated with an increased risk of death. Millions […]
Car Seat Laws for Older Kids May Have Limited Impact
Laws that require increasingly older kids to sit in car safety seats appear to have limited impact, new research has found. The same parents who already were buckling up kids appear most likely to switch to safety seats, leaving the same number of kids unrestrained, found a study published in the Journal of Policy Analysis and […]
Happy Fourth of July!
Americans love to show their pride in their national identity of being the land of the free and home of the brave. We like the idea that we have the pursuit of happiness as one of the basic foundations of who we are. This is why every summer millions around the country flock together to […]
Fun Ways to Celebrate Independence Day 2017
It’s a long holiday weekend, and people around the area are looking to celebrate Independence Day in a way that is fun and memorable. Whether you are trying to entertain the kids, keep family and friends from out of town occupied, or want to try something new in your own celebrations, there are plenty of […]
Keeping Your Pets Safe this 4th of July Season
Although they might be fun to look at and are one of the staples of the holiday, fireworks are no laughing matter when it comes to pets. Many pet owners know the stress of the holiday and are frustrated finding solutions to keep their pets safe. Here are a list of tips to keep your […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week was “ignored.” The head governmental hive met last week and Buzzy Bees in the Know are buzzing that it was more the delivery than the substance that reached a sticking point. The low humm is that some questions and answers had antennas wagging for those in the know. The low, […]
Not in My America
You know, despite the current flavor and discord of the Country, I am always proud to be an American. I have never felt the need to apologize for the fact that we are who and what we are. Never have I wished to be anything other than one of the privileged that grew up in […]
Older or Pregnant? Be Safe with Ready-to-Eat Meats this Summer
Summer is a great time for cookouts and picnics. However, it’s important to know that ready-to-eat hot dogs, lunch meats, and cold cuts may not be safe for certain groups of people. These and certain other foods can be contaminated with the bacteria Listeria, which causes listeriosis, a serious disease that primarily affects older adults, adults with weakened immune systems, pregnant women and newborns. In the United States, […]
State Fire Marshal Encourages Tennesseans to Leave Fireworks to the Experts
The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Tennesseans of a simple, yet significant tip for safer Fourth of July celebrations: Let the pros handle the fireworks. With a multitude of professional displays scheduled for the Fourth, including one of the nation’s largest in Nashville, there’s no shortage of festive and colorful fireworks to enjoy in Tennessee. […]
Fresh Corn Salad
Corn on the cob is the perfect complement for a 4th of July hamburger and hot dog cookout. But why not try a different take on corn this year? This fresh corn salad is a delightful change and can be made ahead, simplifying your cookout day work. Be careful to heat the corn just until […]
Cow Violence
Today, I’d like to address a serious problem currently plaguing our world. I am disturbed by the growing epidemic of cow on cow violence. This type of senseless behavior is udderly irresponsible. I don’t want to sound cheesy, but the simple truth is that problems in bovine interpersonal relationships have been churned to the surface. […]