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Wash Yo Self Wipes remove dirt, sweat, and odor so you can feel your best Give you a clean, cool, refreshing boost Ideal for post-workout, travel, and sports Made with aloe vera and witch hazel extract Individually wrapped and extra-large (9″x10″) Pop them in the fridge for an added cooling [Read More]

One of the biggest logistical events many families will face is moving their college-bound students into dorms or other college housing.  With 16 million students heading back to college this fall, many families are facing the excitement and stress of change. JK Moving Services, the nation’s largest independently owned moving and storage company, has a [Read More]

Heat stroke is life-threatening when a pet’s body temperature rises rapidly and cannot be controlled. Certain breeds of animals are more vulnerable to heat stroke due to their physical characteristics, such as thick coats, short muzzles, or brachycephalic (flat-faced) features. It’s important to note that individual animals within any breed [Read More]

Traveling with a toddler or infant can come with its own set of challenges. Now, with US travelers experiencing more flight delays and cancellations than last summer, preparation and planning ahead of your family vacation has never been more important. Whether you’re jetting off to an international country, hitting the road, or [Read More]

Were you ever a BLAZER? Enjoy summer fun down to the last splash Sunday, Aug. 13, when the University of Alabama at Birmingham hosts its second annual Legacy Family Day on the UAB Campus Green, sponsored by Legacy Credit Union. Alumni and their families are invited to take part in an afternoon of family-friendly [Read More]

With summer in full effect, many are looking for fun in the sun. Swimming is known as the staple activity of the season, and many in Alabama tend to enjoy the numerous natural bodies of water found across the state. However, while fun, unlike man-made pools which are cleaned and [Read More]

The incredible story of the greatest cycling race in history, the 1989 Tour de France, and how American Greg LeMond faced betrayal, childhood sexual abuse, and death, completing one of the most inspiring comebacks in history. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Avalon N. comments, “The Last Rider is a powerful and inspiring [Read More]

The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is now offering 7th-graders free memberships to the Y throughout the school year, an initiative designed to serve young teens during a critical time in their lives. “At the YMCA, we believe in the transformative power of investing in teenagers,” says Jude Dooley, YMCA of [Read More]

More than 600,000 parents take out student loans for their children each year, not to mention the billions of dollars parents owe on their own student loans. Despite having a break for over three years on payments, time is officially up. Beginning in October, student loan payments will resume, meaning [Read More]

This July, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the nation’s leading advocate for parks and recreation, invites everyone to celebrate Park and Recreation Month. Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through the power of parks [Read More]