King’s Ridge development to provide more affordable housing

DURHAM – 21c Museum Hotel Durham and the Counting House Restaurant have appointed Melanie Wilkerson as executive chef. The Durham native’s return is more than a career milestone, it’s a homecoming that honors the rich legacy of the community that first nurtured her.

(MA) Meet Bebe, a tiny little pup who is ready to dive into your heart and pocket. This Tea Cup Yorkie is truly itty bitty weighing only 3 pounds! This sweet older pup has spent her whole life loved by a single owner, but sadly that person had to move into a nursing home that does not allow dogs. Therefore, through no fault of her own, Bebe entered Great Dog Rescue New England's care and has transitioned well into her foster home. That being said, she will be very happy when she can be the main lady in someone else's life again. Could she be looking for you?

Three people, three separate cases, and one eerie pattern: all three were treated at hospitals in Detroit, discharged, and never made it home. What happened after they walked out the doors? How does someone vanish after being released from a hospital?

Florida pet parents and dog lovers, a local owner is inviting you to meet Buddy, a charming Maltese/Shih Tzu mix, who is in Boca Raton, FL, and Palm Beach County and looking for a loving home. Unfortunately, his current owner has a busy schedule and needs to find him a new family. The adoption fee for Buddy is $0, making it easier for pet lovers to welcome him into their lives.

I don’t know why I didn’t do this sooner. Dating an older man is the most relaxing experience of my life. He talks about exactly three things—his investments, his espresso machine, and his perfectly curated vinyl collection. And honestly? I just sit there, sip my coffee, and let him handle everything else.

U.S Senator Rand Paul this week introduced the Nutritious SNAP Act of 2025 to restore personal responsibility and state flexibility to the federal food assistance program. The purpose of the bill is to confront an uncomfortable truth: while the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was created to fight hunger, it is now fueling a new public health crisis — obesity and chronic disease — by subsidizing the purchase of junk food with taxpayer dollars.

Starting April 1, 2025, new California laws will significantly enhance protections for renters statewide. All of them aimed at increasing fairness and transparency in landlord-tenant interactions.

I thought buying a townhouse was the safer bet. Less maintenance, right? Well… joke’s on me. The HOA fees are outrageous, and surprise—still tons of repairs! Multiple leaks, roof issues… I’ve poured so much money into fixing things, and honestly, I probably would’ve spent the same fixing up a small house. At least then I’d have a yard. I want another dog, but now I feel stuck waiting years to afford a house. Looking back, those SFHs that needed work weren’t that bad. I wish I hadn’t been so scared of the unknown.

You ever feel like you’re just done before the breakup even happens? That was me about a month before my ex and I officially called it quits. We were doing the whole long-distance thing—only 200 kilometers apart, but it might as well have been a world away. One weekend, I just realized… I didn’t care anymore. I didn’t want to drive two hours to see him, and I definitely didn’t care about him not driving to visit me either. Those little things that used to annoy me? I just couldn’t be bothered to even be mad about them anymore. I didn’t want to argue, I didn’t want to make an effort, and I sure as heck didn’t want to be intimate.

Lately, I’ve been wondering—does love change with age? I don’t fall as hard as I used to. That all-consuming obsession, the impulsive choices—it’s like that version of me doesn’t exist anymore. Now, I’m more practical. I see love differently, maybe more realistically. I don’t know if I believe in soulmates anymore.

Am I the only one who finds it weird that restaurants are so strict about adults ordering from the kids menu?. I had an experience at a steakhouse when I was 16. I don’t like steak, so I tried ordering a hotdog and fries from the kids menu, but the waiter told me I couldn’t. I ended up sitting there eating just fries for an hour.

Back in college, my roommate dragged me to Saks Fifth Avenue to buy rain boots. I spotted these classic green Hunters and when the cashier rang up $120, I swear I almost fainted. My roommate just shrugged it off, and I was too embarrassed to admit how broke I was back then. I survived on ramen for weeks but lived to regret nothing – 17 years later, these boots still look brand-new and totally trendy! Turns out splurging on quality pays off big time.

CALIFORNIA – California federal judge William H. Alsup, ordered, March 13, the Trump Administration to reinstate thousands of employees who were recently mass-fired. Alsup ordered immediate reinstatement of terminated probationary employees of the Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Interior, Energy, Defense, and Treasury departments. These agencies must also cease termination of probationary employees, effective immediately.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a loving gentle giant named Demi, a Cane Corso who has captured hearts with her affectionate personality. At just under three years old and weighing 84 pounds, Demi has a perfect blend of majesty and playfulness that her breed is known for. Described as a loving companion who has never met a stranger, she particularly enjoys car rides, demonstrating her agility by easily hopping in and out of vehicles. Her social nature extends to other dogs of all sizes, and she's shown a peaceful coexistence with cats, completely ignoring them.

So here’s the deal: I’m in a marriage where the love seems gone, but we’re still sticking it out—for the kids, family, and all those other reasons you can’t just walk away. But honestly, it's hard to face a “failed” marriage every day. Here's what’s worked for me:

According to the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, there's a charming new resident who's capturing hearts with his unique physique and personality while waiting for his forever family to find him. Chunk, as he's appropriately named, weighs quite a bit despite his short stature. "If it isn't obvious, Chunk got his name from his amazing physic. This low rider has tiny legs but weighs in at 60 lbs, an absolute tank of a dog," explains the nonprofit shelter. "Chunk is some sort of bully breed mix. English? Maybe. Whatever he is, man is he cute! His smoothy face and constant snorting adds to his charm."

I get it—landlords can show a place when selling, but how often is reasonable? I’ve had nearly 15 showings since February, plus an open house. I work remotely, and buyers have walked in during meetings, asked me about the building like I’m the leasing agent, and one even let their kid run around my living room.

When I bought my first house, I thought I was finally free—my own space, my own rules. Then I met the HOA. At first, it seemed harmless. A small monthly fee, some basic upkeep rules. No big deal, right? Wrong.

CALIFORNIA – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on March 11 it is offering a $20,000 reward for tips leading to a penalty or conviction in the case of a decapitated California sea lion.

Sometimes, renting just makes more sense. We’ve been renting a single-family home for $2,500/month. Back in 2016, we thought about buying but kept telling ourselves, “What if we don’t stay long-term?” So we never did. And honestly? We’re okay with that.

The Denver City Council voted Monday to spend $1.5 million with Bayaud Enterprises to manage the Stay Inn tiny home village in District 8. The contract spans through December 2025. Requirements in the contract for the site at 12033 E. 38th Ave. include:

So there’s this guy at work, and every time we have a team dinner, I catch him looking at me—like, a lot. Last time, he even clinked glasses with me directly. When everyone was laughing at a joke, I glanced his way and saw that he was already smiling at me. Feels like a sign, right? But then… no message, no friend request, nothing. We’re in the same work chats, so it’s not like he can’t reach out. If he’s into me, why hasn’t he made a move? Should I just ask him out, or am I setting myself up for embarrassment?

The Trump Administration announced this week it will continue to “reduce the scope of federal bureaucracy” via executive order, again going after an agency fighting to end homelessness.

Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND, an advocacy group for people experiencing homelessness, says donations are needed to place migrants living on the streets of Denver with children in hotel rooms.

If you're struggling to put food on the table, please know that food banks are here to help—no guilt, no shame. They exist because people need them, and if they aren’t used, they risk disappearing, just like other community resources have in the past.

“My mom called 911 confused. Turns out her blood sugar dropped because she stopped her metformin—she forgot to mention stopping meds!”. Older adults and young kids often struggle to articulate pain. Being prepared empowers doctors to act faster.

I dont know it can be fun to build random stuff like that. Depends if hes a fun guy to work with or not. Me and some friends built a lot of random things. Like took a v6 from a dodge avenger and put it into a golfcart. Its not practical at all and its really ugly but it was fun to build and drive around.

So I was sipping coffee at this café today when I eavesdropped on two older guys next to me. At first it was just small talk, but then one said:. 'You know, I worked my whole life to retire comfortably... and now that I’m here, I have no idea what to do with myself.'

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a happy little dog named McFlurry who is searching for her forever family. This petite possible Maltese mix, rescued from a rural shelter in central Texas, has already proven herself to be an adaptable and charming companion in her foster home.

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary in this article are from interviews conducted by the author with those individuals mentioned.]. The classic TV show, Bewitched, is one of the most popular situation comedies in history. Behind the scenes, however, one actor did not prove to be particularly popular another cast member. Here's the story.