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National Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22.

Paraprosdokian, from the Greek for “beyond expectation,” is a wordplay in which the end of a phrase is an unexpected twist, used for humorous or dramatic effect.

The US began to experience initial effects of COVID-19 just about the same time that many collegians were making vacation plans for spring break.

A few weeks ago, I helped with my granddaughter’s nighttime routine. It always starts the same way: she selects four books from her impressive library, hops in my lap and follows my narration.

Somewhere over the rainbow, near Beech Mountain resort, Oz lovers can head off to see the wizard during Land of Oz’s Journey with Dorothy.

Cleanse your palate and prepare to sample spirits from over 40 different distillers at the Spirits of NC Festival on June 15.

Escape the urban jungle for the serene forest of Eno River State Park, a 3,900-acre refuge with secluded trails and soothing sounds of the river for which it’s named.

Over 50 food trucks and beer vendors from near and far will make their way to Fayetteville Street for the Downtown Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on June 9.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Places that are fun for you can be stressful for your dog. The sights, sounds and smells are unfamiliar, which can cause anxiety for your pet.

I hadn’t seen a $2 bill for years when I noticed schoolmate Rip Black tipping with them. Having loved them since attending its 1976 re-introduction, I adopted Rip’s paean to Mr. Jefferson, tipping with them since. I gave one to an Uber driver recently – he stared at it, announcing, “This one’s going in the wallet!”

In six months, you’ll be close to touching the clouds when the largest traveling Ferris wheel in North America comes to the 2019 N.C. State Fair Oct. 17-27.

Did you know car tires would last a lifetime if they stayed in a climate-controlled warehouse? But since we use them in the real world, there are several factors impacting the life of your tires:

Lately, safety concerns related to ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft have increased. These apps offer so much convenience, but they also demand extra responsibilities. Remember these safety tips:

The season for poolside get-togethers with friends and family is quickly approaching, and with it the need for parents and caregivers to keep water safety top of mind.

Get ready to put the smackdown on the Easter Bunny as you and your friends race to find 15,000 eggs at Spring Fling at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, April 13.

“You’ve tasted the world, now taste local,” at Brewgaloo, North Carolina’s largest craft beer festival, April 26 and 27.

Every state has its symbols, and North Carolina has some interesting ones. There’s the official state frog (Pine Barrens treefrog) and official state carnivorous plant (Venus flytrap). Soon, we may have an official frozen treat.

If you’re thinking about becoming a first-time homebuyer in Raleigh, you’re in one of the best cities in the country for people looking to break into the housing market.

Spring is time to tidy up and deep clean. Pay attention to your car, too, because it’s probably been neglected this winter.

Here are our favorite apps to make travel easier, more affordable and more fun.

Accidents happen to everyone, including our pets. It’s important to keep a pet first-aid kit in your home in case of emergency.

Parents across America continue to worry about the apps their children and teens download. Here are two apps that can give parents peace of mind.

If you are like most of us, you probably wish you could spend less and save more. It is easier than you think with a few simple changes.

A pink squirrel may sound like a drink Sandra Dee from “Grease” would guzzle before transforming into the vampy Sandy, but the citizen-scientists who run North Carolina’s Candid Critters know a real pink squirrel when they see one. And it flies.

If you live for the ‘gram, spring is the perfect time to beautify your page. Luckily, the ‘gram gods have smiled on the Triangle with tons of gorgeous spots to get outside and ‘gram:

We’ve all felt it – that unmistakable shaking in your car’s steering wheel as you cruise down the road. There are a few things that could be causing your jittery ride.

Charlotte toddler Annie was watching “Sesame Street” late December when her mom, Amanda, thought she heard Grover say the “F” word. Annie’s dad (my son Thomas) replayed the segment, agreed it was debatable, posted it to Reddit, launching a top listing, 124,000 views, 3,400 comments and an international sensation.

Life always seems so busy, and no one wants to deal with the stress of unexpected car trouble. Here are four easy things you can do yourself to keep your car running smoothly and safely:

Get your game on, and compete for cash and prizes in “Fortnite” and “Rocket League” tournaments at the Triangle eSports Championship 2019.