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    Jeanette Apperson, Recognized with Mercy Award

    Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital recently announced that Jeanette Apperson, CMA, Clinical Education Specialist, has been recognized as…
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    Two People Escape Serious Injury in Local Gas Station

    Two people escaped serious injury Thursday Morning when a car crashed into the Hot Spot gas station on East Main…
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    Dr. Dana Ayers Named to NCHSAA Board of Directors

    Jackson County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Dana Ayers has been approved as a new member to the Board of Directors…
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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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      A.I. Avatar Date Other People’s Avatars to Find You a Match?

      If one harbors concerns about artificial intelligence encroaching upon traditional employment roles, it naturally prompts skepticism regarding its potential involvement in orchestrating arranged marriages. Dating applications have undeniably streamlined the process of matching and connecting individuals, albeit with varied outcomes. Now, there’s speculation about the advent of AI assuming the role of a “dating concierge” in the foreseeable future, essentially functioning as an avatar to represent individuals in virtual dating scenarios. Whitney Wolfe Herd, the founder of Bumble, suggests the plausibility of employing an AI dating concierge, envisioning a scenario where these virtual entities engage in dates with counterparts represented…

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      We Learn from Our Mistakes Until We Eventually Stop Trying

      Children are often encouraged to view mistakes as valuable learning opportunities, an outlook that serves them well until they reach a point of frustration and decide to abandon efforts altogether. A recent study delved into the dynamics of learning from mistakes, focusing particularly on surgeons given the intense demands of their profession. The findings revealed an intriguing pattern: early in their careers, surgeons tend to absorb lessons from their errors, leading to improvement and a reduced likelihood of repeating the same mistake. However, as time passes, the emotional toll of surgical errors, including the loss of patients, becomes increasingly burdensome.…

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      Spend 67 Minutes Outside Each Day

      If your notion of “quality time outdoors” involves a mere 100-foot stroll to a Starbucks rather than embracing the elements, there might be a reason you don’t feel rejuvenated on a daily basis. A recent poll suggests that the average American requires approximately 67 minutes of outdoor exposure each day to experience a sense of renewal. To put it into perspective, that’s akin to walking four miles to a Starbucks. While achieving this goal may seem feasible during milder seasons, such as the transition to warmer weather, it becomes considerably challenging during the extremes, like the harsh winters in the…

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      A Celestial Spectacle

      This weekend, millions of Americans had the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights, albeit in a somewhat unconventional manner. For many, experiencing this celestial spectacle was akin to watching a beloved performer through the lens of a smartphone, reminiscent of a 13-year-old capturing glimpses of Taylor Swift at a concert. The aurora borealis graced the skies much farther south than its typical range, courtesy of a significant solar storm. This phenomenon occurs when charged particles from the sun interact with Earth’s magnetic field, resulting in a luminous display. This particular event marked the most potent occurrence since 2003. Even individuals…

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