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A group on a RailCycle excursion returns after pedaling a little more than 1.5 miles uphill at a 2 percent grade, with guide Frank Amon in the orange reflective vest bringing up the rear to ensure everyone makes it back.

Explore Mount Rainier’s foothills by pedaling on historic railroad

A group on a RailCycle excursion returns after pedaling a little more than 1.5 miles uphill at a 2 percent grade, with guide Frank Amon in the orange reflective vest bringing up the rear to ensure everyone makes it back.

October 26, 2024, 6:04am Life

When my family pulled into a gravel lot next to abandoned train tracks on a crisp fall weekend, we were greeted by an unexpected sight next to a graffiti-covered boxcar: a row of blue-and-yellow Frankenstein bike contraptions. They had hard plastic seats like an amusement-park ride, pedals with a single-speed… Read story

A beautifully set table can make any meal feel like a special occasion.

Create enchanting tablescapes

A beautifully set table can make any meal feel like a special occasion.

October 26, 2024, 6:04am Life

As the crisp autumn air begins to settle in, there’s no better time to transform your dining space into a cozy haven for family and friends. A beautifully set table can make any meal feel like a special occasion. Read story

Concept art of the Helios Grand Hotel in the Celestial Park themed land at the new Epic Universe theme park.

Universal Epic Universe theme park to debut May 22

Concept art of the Helios Grand Hotel in the Celestial Park themed land at the new Epic Universe theme park.

October 26, 2024, 5:58am Life

The highly anticipated Epic Universe theme park coming to Central Florida will let visitors soar on dragonback, fly like a comet, cast wizard’s spells, and flee werewolves and vampires when the newest addition to Universal Orlando debuts next summer. Read story

Brother Luke, an Orthodox Christian monk, walks his 10-week-old German shepherd Pyrena outside the residences of the New Skete monastery, where he directs the dog breeding program that has provided both financial and spiritual support to the community for decades outside Cambridge, N.Y., on Oct. 12, 2024.

Monks are learning about God from dogs

Brother Luke, an Orthodox Christian monk, walks his 10-week-old German shepherd Pyrena outside the residences of the New Skete monastery, where he directs the dog breeding program that has provided both financial and spiritual support to the community for decades outside Cambridge, N.Y., on Oct. 12, 2024.

October 26, 2024, 5:58am Churches & Religion

After he and his fellow monks sang morning prayers in their church nestled in a forest, Brother Luke walked back to his residence to be greeted by a different kind of choir. Read story

A lone bull bison walks in the road in Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park. A new Instagram filter is designed to help visitors gauge how close they are to wildlife through their camera lenses. (Jacob W.

Instagram filter helps tourists keep a safe distance away from wildlife

A lone bull bison walks in the road in Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park. A new Instagram filter is designed to help visitors gauge how close they are to wildlife through their camera lenses. (Jacob W.

October 26, 2024, 5:57am Life

In an innovative move to promote the safety of both visitors and animals, the Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board in Wyoming has introduced a new Instagram filter designed to help visitors gauge how close they are to wildlife through their camera lens. Aptly named “Selfie Control,” the filter was… Read story

For serious indoor air quality problems, you don&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave;t want to rely on guesswork. You can purchase a DIY home air testing kit for around $100, but it won&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave;t tell you as much as a professional test can.

Indoor air quality: What to know

For serious indoor air quality problems, you don&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave;t want to rely on guesswork. You can purchase a DIY home air testing kit for around $100, but it won&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave;t tell you as much as a professional test can.

October 26, 2024, 5:57am Health

You give plenty of thought to how your home looks, sounds and even smells. But beyond just odors, you need to give serious thought to what’s going on with the air in your home. Bad indoor air quality, or IAQ, is about more than just smell, but health and allergies. Read story

The carousel on the main square in Avignon, France.

Find and hop on a unique and charming carousel

The carousel on the main square in Avignon, France.

October 26, 2024, 5:56am Life

What’s not to love about a carousel? For a charming mix of music, whimsy and history, here are five to consider. Read story

You will find these cool-weather favorites at your local garden center. Pansies thrive in the cooler temperatures of fall and during mild winters when your summer annuals fade or succumb to frost.

Make festive fall planters with pansies

You will find these cool-weather favorites at your local garden center. Pansies thrive in the cooler temperatures of fall and during mild winters when your summer annuals fade or succumb to frost.

October 26, 2024, 5:56am Life

Pansies have long been a fall and winter garden favorite. These cheery flowers are sure to brighten landscapes and containers and add a smile to any occasion. Look for fun and new ways to add them to your garden and fall celebrations. Read story

This October 2014 image provided by The Morton Arboretum shows the colorful foliage of a sugar maple tree at the arboretum in Lisle, Ill. As the season progress, the tree&rsquo;s leaves progress from green to yellow to orange and, ultimately, brilliant red before dropping.

For brilliant foliage, look no further than native trees

This October 2014 image provided by The Morton Arboretum shows the colorful foliage of a sugar maple tree at the arboretum in Lisle, Ill. As the season progress, the tree&rsquo;s leaves progress from green to yellow to orange and, ultimately, brilliant red before dropping.

October 26, 2024, 5:42am Life

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too. Read story

Gardening with Allen: Take care when pruning branches

October 19, 2024, 6:07am Clark County Life

I planted three good-sized maple trees last spring that I want to develop uniformly. One had the top broken and has started growing three new tops. The trees have sprouted some small branches on the lower trunks. My neighbor said I should not use the line trimmer that I have… Read story