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Fruit and nut energy bars a smart snack I've rarely met a packaged energy bar I've liked. by Ellie Krieger The Washington Post - May 27, 2020

HELPFUL HINTS DEAR HELOISE : Simple question: What is a virus? How can it make us sick? May 26, 2020

Opinion: Should anyone own rights to Hollywood sign? The Hollywood sign is a beloved Southern California landmark. Built in 1923 as "Hollywoodland" and donated to the city of Los Angeles in 1944, it sits on public... by SACHLI BALAZADEH-NAYERI AND SUSAN E. SEAGER Los Angeles Times (TNS) - May 26, 2020

Horoscopes by Holiday Happy birthday: The next few weeks bring a reassessment and realignment of your values, which helps you to build yourself in the direction of your dreams. Your ... by Holiday Mathis - May 26, 2020

SHARON RANDALL/Opinion: Climbing a tree to find that safe place to hide Do you recall the first time you climbed a tree? How old were you? How did you feel? Scared? Proud? Happy? Free? May 26, 2020

Parenting: Behavior modification was never really proved Psychologist B.F. Skinner, the formulator of behavior modification theory, was attempting to prove that the same principles that govern the behavior of amoeba, ... by John Rosemond - May 26, 2020

ARKANSAS SIGHTSEEING: History is waiting — along the side of the road Roundtop Filling Station is one of only two properties in Sherwood honored with a listing on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also the sole Sherw... by Story by Jack Schnedler Photos by Marcia Schnedler Special to the Democrat-Gazette - May 26, 2020

Super Quiz: Racket sports 1. Zero points is called "love" and one point is called "15." May 26, 2020

DEAR ABBY: Sister is jealous of the happy life woman made for herself DEAR ABBY: I recently lost a lot of weight and finally felt confident enough to start dating. I met a wonderful man I'll call "Teddy." We've been together for e... by Abigail Van Buren - May 26, 2020

Little Rock Bingo combines mirth and promotion The Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau has ideas for staying busy at home and a few time-passing activities suitable for children. These resources are u... by Celia Storey - May 25, 2020

The World in Brief Johnson: Won't fire aide for violation May 25, 2020

Muslims begin holiday celebration JERUSALEM -- Muslims around the world Sunday began celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, with millions under str... by JOSEPH KRAUSS and NINIEK KARMINI The Associated Press - May 25, 2020

HELPFUL HINTS DEAR READERS : Today’s Sound On is about beating the boredom of social distancing: May 25, 2020

WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE! Eggcorns almost get it right An eggcorn sounds like some confection you'd eat on either Easter or Halloween. It's not. by BERNADETTE KINLAW, Special to the Democrat-Gazette - May 25, 2020

Tenting in the old backyard Our kids are going to have the weirdest memories of this time, and, ideally, some of them will be beautiful. Or at least comedic. This is where backyard camping... by Catherine Newman, The New York Times - May 25, 2020

ASK THE VET: Distract and redirect a dog that marks furniture Q: I recently adopted a dog, Chester, who will be neutered when the pandemic subsides enough to allow the shelter's veterinary staff to resume sterilizing pets.... by LEE PICKETT, DVM Creators - May 25, 2020

OLD NEWS: Pavement washed away and set itself on fire There was "a big fire" in Little Rock's downtown 100 years ago this week, but nothing burned down. Some things burned up. by Celia Storey - May 25, 2020

PRACTICALLY ACTIVE: Dysphagia is a tough condition to swallow A few weeks ago, a friend and I were discussing a mutual problem -- every now and then, we have a hard time swallowing and it feels like we're choking. by Rosemary Boggs - May 25, 2020

Horoscopes by Holiday You'll be generous with your heart, as well as your time, money and talents. You'll get to know a new area and become very specialized, developing to an elite l... by Holiday Mathis - May 25, 2020

READ TO ME: Reassurance for kids who live in storm country "What do you do when the clouds roll in, when the wind chimes clang and the weather vanes spin?" by Celia Storey - May 25, 2020

Super Quiz: Fathers 1. Father of Evolution (C.D.) May 25, 2020

MASTER CLASS: It's like your driveway was built for this workout One of my first memories of physical activity is in the driveway of my parents' house at the age of 3 or 4. I remember using that driveway to ride my Big Wheel. by Matt Parrott - May 25, 2020

Tip o' the cap With seniors -- high school and college -- missing out on graduation ceremonies, proms, parties and all the other activities that celebrate their milestone, we ... May 24, 2020

Former counselors happy campers in marriage It didn't occur to A.J. Green to flirt with Erin Cawthorne the first time they met. by Kimberly Dishongh - May 24, 2020

Alternate acknowledgment The class of 2020 may have missed out on special events such as proms and graduation ceremonies, but they certainly will not be forgotten. May 24, 2020

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