Tis the season for holiday feasts, but making smart food choices and stepping up your oral hygiene routine can help you have a healthy, holiday season and a fresh, bright smile.

 It’s a situation that has likely happened to you. You’re driving down the road when out of nowhere the words “check engine” illuminate from the dashboard. While this glowing symbol may cause you to panic, there are a few things you should know about this common issue.

“Motorists should not get spooked when the check engine light comes on,” said Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council. “When illuminated, the check engine light usually means that a vehicle system, such as the ignition, fuel injection or emission control, is not operating properly.”

 9 Workplace Habits to STOP in 2015

          With a new year coming, this is an excellent time to expunge work habits that irritate coworkers and make you less effective.

Local Caregivers Help Seniors Battle Holiday Blues
 Families can hire an “Angel” this holiday season!  

 (December 2014) – While the holidays are filled with fun festivities for most of us, this can be the most depressing of all seasons for the elderly.  Many seniors pine for lost loves one and have families hundreds of miles away. It’s often a struggle for seniors to decorate, shop, and prepare a meal, especially for those with health issues who can’t move around with ease.

U.S. Department of Labor | Dec. 16, 2014

US Labor Department files lawsuit alleging systemic

hiring discrimination at beef-processing plant in Hyrum, Utah

Complaint seeks back wages and job offers from JBS USA

Classics Reinvented

Brown Rice Frittata with Bacon and Edamame

When you are looking for a taste of yesteryear this holiday season, look no further than your pantry for a staple you can incorporate into holiday meals, including snacks, breakfast, the big dinner and even desserts. Instant white or brown rice and multi-grain blends provide easy ways to put a fresh twist on traditional recipes your family knows and loves.

When Planning Meals, Think Frozen

Research from the Journal of Nutrition found that nearly 80 percent of Americans do not consume the recommended amounts of fruit, and nearly 90 percent do not eat the recommended amount of vegetables.  While a variety of factors may contribute to this low consumption, including cost and convenience, a recent study revealed one easy solution: frozen fruits and vegetables.

This Holiday, Be Festive and Fashion Forward

The holidays are here, but before you leave the house for work or play, make sure you’re looking your best. The good news – almost everything you need to make your holiday season festive, fresh and fashion forward is already in your closet.

Low-Price Gifts for High-Tech Lovers

If you’re overwhelmed by shopping for technology items for the gadget lovers on your holiday list, rest assured that you can still find fun, unique high-tech gifts that won't break the bank.

“Phones, tablets and cameras are nice but pretty standard,” said personal technology expert and Yahoo Tech founder David Pogue. “Online, you can find a plethora of smaller, fun, offbeat gadgets and gizmos that can help you give the tech geek on your list a gift to remember.”

Save Time on Holiday Meal Prep

Apple Walnut Dressing+

With so many holiday dishes requiring time-consuming special preparation, you may find yourself looking for ways to shave a little time. The key is to buy back precious minutes without sacrificing the taste and quality your loved ones expect when they gather for the big holiday feast.

When you're planning this year's menu, keep these tips in mind: