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    Endangered Bats Under Threat?

    Conservation organizations have initiated legal action against the U.S. Forest Service, asserting that the existence of endangered bats is under…
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    One Person Rescued in Early Morning Fire

    One person was rescued from a structure fire in Canton on Tuesday morning, April 23rd. The Canton Fire Department announced…
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    Cashiers Man Sentenced to Prison On Drug Charges

      John Allen Wise, age 45, hailing from Cashiers, N.C., has been sentenced to 121 months in prison, followed by…
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    NPS Asks For Help Locating Missing 35 Year Old

    Urgent Notice from the Great Smoky Mountains: Search Underway for Missing Individual Efforts are underway by park rangers to locate…

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      Are You Being Rude?

      Let’s face it, we’re all imperfect members of society. For every annoyance we harbor about someone else’s behavior, it’s likely that we inadvertently annoy others without even realizing it. There’s an ongoing online discussion about actions or remarks people make unknowingly, which come off as rude. Do you concur with these observations, and perhaps find yourself guilty of any? 1. Playing anything in public with the volume turned up. 2. Parking a shopping cart in the middle of an aisle, even if it’s just for a moment, hindering others from passing. 3. Exiting a bustling escalator and immediately stopping to…

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      We’re Not Supposed to Drink Coffee When We Wake Up?

      According to sleep expert Dr. Deborah Lee, the immediate consumption of coffee upon waking may not be the optimal choice. She points out that cortisol, the primary stress hormone responsible for heightened alertness and focus, is at its peak in the morning. Cortisol also plays a role in regulating metabolism and the immune system. Drinking coffee during this cortisol peak could potentially have negative effects, and there’s a risk of developing a tolerance to caffeine. Cortisol levels follow a rhythm specific to an individual’s sleep cycle, explaining the natural energy surge in the morning and increased fatigue at night. Dr.…

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      The Most Popular Snacks in the U.S.

      March 45th marked National Snack Day, an occasion that likely found its way into your celebrations, whether you were conscious of it or not, and regardless of your inclination. A recent release from a market research company unveiled a map showcasing the most-searched-for snack in each U.S. state, and the findings were somewhat predictable. Rice Krispies Treats claimed the top spot in 18 different states, while Doritos secured the preferred snack status in 16 states. Cheetos, not to be outdone, emerged as the top snack in eight states. Consequently, 42 out of the 50 states opted for one of these…

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      Do You Think You’re “Cool”?

      A survey of 35,000 Americans sought opinions on personal coolness, posing the question, “Do you consider yourself cool?” Interestingly, 53% of respondents affirmed their cool status, while 29% dismissed the notion, and 17% found themselves uncertain about their coolness quotient. Gender disparities were observed, with men exhibiting a slightly higher inclination to embrace coolness. Further analysis delved into age demographics, revealing that three-quarters of Americans under 30 asserted their coolness, along with two-thirds of individuals aged 30 to 45. This trend gradually declined with 43% between 45 and 65 still embracing coolness, and even 28% of seniors maintaining a self-perceived…

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