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Labor Day’s Ohio Roots

Regardless of how you celebrate Labor Day this weekend, take a few minutes to reflect on the contributions of America's workers and give a shout-out to a Clevelander with ties to the holiday..  ...
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With Changes, Libraries Gradually Expanding Services

A great way to escape is through a good book. That's especially true today. Public libraries have put a lot of work into making sure their patrons can safely use their services, either in person, curbside or online. ...
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A Rose is a Rose is a Rose?

Why can't a rose just be a rose? Wouldn’t it be easier to just call a petunia a petunia or a purple salvia a purple salvia? Why add all those unpronounceable Latin appendages to every plant? There’s a good reason why, and a fairly simple way to decipher those complicated add-ons. Read on... ...
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A Sunflower Season for a Cause

Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon has been drawing visitors to its colorful acres of sunflowers since 2013. The field was planted by The Prayers from Maria Foundation in the memory of Maria McNamara to draw attention to the need for money to fight childhood cancer. ...
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Sorting Out Symptoms: Fall Allergies or Coronavirus

Cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, fatigue and loss of taste and smell are all coronavirus symptoms, but they’re also common in people with allergies. ...
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“Selective Hearing” – or Hearing Loss?

On average, people with hearing loss wait over seven years before they visit a hearing healthcare professional in order to address it. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to other health concerns such as dementia, and depression. A person’s quality of life can decline. They may no longer enjoy social events where hearing in noisy environments, in group settings, or in restaurants is more difficult.  They may begin to decline social invitations or stop attending church. When someone struggles to fully engage with others, relationships become strained, and feelings of isolation can worsen and lead to depression. ...
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5 Reasons to Use ‘My Social Security’

There are countless reasons why you can benefit from using your personal 'my Social Security' account. From saving you time to giving you the control, here are five that highlight why opening an account today can help you and the people you love. ...
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The 19th Amendment at 100; Make Plans Now to Vote

Women fought for, and won, the right to vote 100 years ago. Contact your local board of elections or Ohio's secretary of state's website to learn how to make your vote count this November. And while you're at it, consider being a poll worker this year. The pandemic is likely to make it difficult for counties throughout Northeast Ohio to find people willing to perform this civic duty. ...
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