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From true crime to comedy, music to business, there’s something for everyone in the world of podcasts in 2019.

OK, so we have made it halfway through spring break here in Leon County, but you’re running out of ways to keep the kids occupied and your sanity intact. Here are some fun-filled activities to consider for the rest of the week that will burn lots of energy:

There were a total of 31 state parks impacted by the damage caused from Hurricane Michael. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection recently celebrated two of these parks reopening with only two others remaining closed.

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.

For more than two decades, Tallahassee has been home to Red Hills Horse Trials, an annual event where the best equestrians from around the world compete. This year, the horse trials will take place March 7-10 at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park.

The Oxford English Dictionary has a big year of celebrating in 2019. The timeless resource to the world saw the completion of its first edition 90 years ago.

Spring has sprung and that means one thing: allergy season. Having allergies is a common ailment. Each year, more than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies of all types.

The man who has graced FSU’s dugout for 40 years will leave the game following the 2019 college baseball season.

Did you know February is National Children’s Dental Health Month?

President Lyndon B. Johnson declared the first American Heart Month in 1964 to raise awareness for heart disease in the United States. Here are some healthy heart tips, according to the Million Hearts campaign from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:

The English language. Just when you think you have it figured out, Urban Dictionary creates a new word, or AP releases a new Stylebook. Morgan Greenwald, associate editor at Best Life, listed 23 common grammatical mistakes everyone makes – along with their remedies.

Visitors from around the nation and 35 different countries are among the expected 100,000 attendees descending on Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin Feb. 14 through Feb. 18 for the 78th anniversary of the Miami International Boat Show.

Think working out and fun don’t belong in the same sentence? Think again. Drip Drop Fitness is one of a kind in Tallahassee – think dance cardio, toning, stretching and even Pop Pilates.

Don’t let rainy season in Florida be gloomy – there’s plenty of indoor fun to be had in Tallahassee.

My fiancé and I recently began watching “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” on Netflix. Two episodes in, we got to work on our closets, clearing up more than half of the space in both areas.

Anyone interested in building, renovating, repairing or improving their home shouldn’t miss the 28th Annual North Florida Home Show, which will be held at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center Feb. 8-10.

If you’ve missed the Golden Globes and the Critics’ Choice Awards, fear not my fanatics. There’s still time to plan your Sunday night watch parties for your favorite television, film and music artists.

American Heart Association’s revolutionary movement, Healthy for Good, inspires people to create lasting changes in their health and in their lives. Make 2019 the year to be “healthy for good,” with the following tips:

Gambel Communications is proud to be completing its second year publishing The New Orleans 100. This milestone is made sweeter because Tod Smith, general manager of our presenting sponsor, WWL-TV (CBS, Tegna), recently was awarded The 100 Companies’ inaugural Visionary Award.

One of Florida’s most savvy politicians and one of Florida State University’s greatest advocates has died. T.K. Wetherell died Dec. 16 after a 15-year battle with cancer.

Florida State University is kicking off the new year with an illustrious lineup for Opening Nights. The title for the 2019 season, “Bringing the World to You,” emphasizes the university’s efforts to host a diverse range of performances.

Tallahassee Soccer Club has been gearing up to make its debut appearance this spring. The new club is a nonprofit men’s team that focuses on building community. They have players that live, work and go to school in Tallahassee, and they are putting a spotlight on the talent in our area. The first tryout included 75 players interested in joining the team.

Every year, it’s the same resolutions – get in shape, lose weight, start a new healthy habit. But according to a Scripps National article featured on West Palm Beach’s WPTV, saving money is the No. 1 resolution for 2019.

Nothing kills enthusiasm faster than saying “no.” Instead, saying “yes” with the right approach can open doors to things thought to be impossible and provide more happiness and success. However, doing so doesn’t have to mean just giving in.

Last weekend, I excitedly took my three-year-old son to see his first movie, “The Grinch,” in the theater. I was slightly worried about how he might react to the grouchy, cave-dwelling, solitary creature who attempts to end Christmas in Whoville – on the big screen.

For the second time in four years, FSU’s women’s soccer team has won a national championship. Coach Mark Krikorian’s team beat UNC, a 21-time championship winner, 1-0 to win the College Cup final.

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If you have a loved one suffering from dementia, you may know how prone they are to dehydration. Lewis Hornby,…

After South Florida survived Hurricane Irma in September 2017, rebuilding Monroe County’s affordable housing seemed almost impossible. The median monthly rent in Monroe County is $3,500, which exceeds the median monthly household income.

It’s cold and daylight is short – time to cuddle up on the couch with an outstanding new BBC drama.