The origin of the modern-day Christmas tree may hearken back as far as 1550 BCE, when Egyptians would bring palm fronds inside during the winter solstice to celebrate the return of Ra, the sun god. However, the custom of adding lights came much, much later. The idea was first “sparked” by Martin Luther in the 16th century. As legend has it, he was walking home one snowy winter night in Wittenberg, Germany, and became so taken by the stars glistening in …
Forget gift buying stress and shopping mall rushes. This year, avoid getting in a rut for your loved one’s stocking stuffers and gifts – spring for some of the intriguing and unique …
As the aroma of roasted turkey and pumpkin pie fills the air, Thanksgiving beckons us to pause and give thanks. Beyond the feast, this holiday taps into the powerful human emotion of …
There are many particulars on the list of needs, wants and hopes in a suitable forever home, but rarely are they topped by seeking interior space for a handcrafted 12.5-foot by 8-foot …
Sears was launched in 1886 as a watch and jewelry mail-order business. The following year, Roebuck partnered with Sears, and the iconic catalog expanded. The first department store opened in 1925, and …
In writing about entrepreneurship across decades, I made my own list of the high fives for running a business: – Common sense – Organizational skills – Passion – Leadership – Integrity …
According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), there are more than 34 million small businesses — less than 500 people — which employ around 59 million Americans. The SBA still reports that …
DECA has given me the chance to meet many new people, not only at school, but also in the professional world. I’ve learned how to think critically under pressure and express my …
Limestone has been used to construct Virginia Tech buildings since 1899 and is colloquially known as “Hokie Stone.” The regional Appalachian limestone is one-of-a-kind in color variation, mined just a few miles …
If you’ve ever had a child in sports – little league, soccer, football, golf, or even cycling -you are amazed at the sheer number of cleat choices on the market. And, yes …