(METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION) –– Easter is a religious holiday, but for millions of people it's also synonymous with the start of spring. What better way to celebrate the warmer temperatures and brighter days than with light and tasty foods to serve at Easter brunches or dinners?
SHARPSVILLE – The 2023 Tipton County Egg Drop will take place on Saturday, April 8 at 9:30 a.m. at the Tri-Central Football Field.
Since 1918, Callaway Park has been the most well-known park in Elwood. Dedicated in 1917 by Henry Callaway, the park spans several acres and has played home to some of Elwood's most notable moments in history.
(METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION) –– Among the tall grasses and wildflowers that sprout each spring and summer lies a stealth predator just waiting for its chance at an easy meal. Ticks may be small in stature, but their impact on bite victims is potentially significant.
(METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION) –– People take many different steps to stay cool when the temperatures rise. A particularly common method to remaining comfortable is turning up the air conditioning and staying indoors. But what about the people who want to be cool and enjoy fresh air as well? Shade trees could be their best allies against the sweltering temperatures.
Spring has sprung! Flowers are blooming. Mowers are going and there are buds on the trees.
(METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION) –– Spring is a time of year when many people resolve to give their homes or apartments a thorough cleaning. Spring cleaning projects help people revitalize their homes for the warm months ahead, when windows are once again opened, fresh air pervades homes and items that might have accumulated over a dark and dreary winter have become a distant memory.
As the temperatures rise, area residents are itching to get back outside. Fuzzy Mansfield and Richard Stellwag are shown above playing horeshoes at Alexandria's Beulah Park.
Sun damage from ultraviolent radiation can occur in the eyes. Various eye disease and conditions are linked to UV exposure from being outdoors in the sun or even the use of indoor tanning beds.
(METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION) –– Coloring Easter eggs is a time-honored tradition dating back more than 2,500 years. There is evidence that people living in the ancient settlement of Trypillia dyed eggs. Ancient Persians also were believed to paint eggs for Nowruz (Persian New Year).