Most people look forward to vacations because they want a break from work, chores and everyday stress. But time away may do more than help you relax for a few days. Research shows that vacations can actually have a real effect on your physical and mental health. When...
When the weather gets hot, even a simple walk can feel harder than usual. You may notice that your heart beats faster, you sweat more or you get tired sooner. That’s because your body has to keep you cool while also supporting your muscles. As you exercise, your heart...
Did you know that today’s public libraries go way beyond books? From ghost-hunting kits and color-blind glasses in a “Library of Things,” to high-tech Maker Spaces that let you digitize your old VHS tapes, the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson...
July is Minority Mental Health Month. When life gets busy, it can feel like your brain never gets a break. Between work, family responsibilities, financial stress and constant phone notifications, it’s easy to end up mentally drained. Some people try to push through...
From public school teaching and city council to law school and ministry, Rebekah Cohen Morris has dedicated her life to asking the simple yet revolutionary question: “What’s your story?” Now, as Executive Director of the Aim Women’s Center, she...
