While suffering through a formal scientific education, I was exposed to a vast number of astonishing, explicit truths that almost always manifested themselves in some mathematical formulas. Naturally, I believed them because I was told to do so by a teacher, but some of them were harder to swallow than others. The one I really …

Its Diesel Quick! When it comes to sports sedans you might think of high performance V8 gas-burning engines. Well, Volkswagen has put a twist on it; how would you like a blend of performance and handling while getting 42-miles-per-gallon to boot? There is a catch; the power actually comes from a diesel in the form …

A new season is unfolding and it brings great ideas and inspiration for new styles in make-up and new colors to try. The transition from summer to fall should be simple, effortless and fun. With cooling temperatures Fleur Visage Fall Cosmetic Collection is perfect to the trends that will make an impact on the clothes …

Q. What is the rule of thumb for planting bulbs? I never seem to find my bulb chart when I need it. In addition, when is the latest that spring flowering bulbs can be planted? A. The planting season for spring flowering bulbs begins around mid October when the warm fall temperatures have concluded. It …

Q. Tom, I may be selling my home soon; what is the honest truth regarding the effectiveness of my agent ‘holding a Sunday open house from 1-4pm’? I hear conflicting stories regarding whether the activity works to my benefit. I understand how you feel; there is a great deal of inaccurate information out there in …

Embracing Autumn September at the Danville farmers’ market celebrates the best of both worlds. As early fall crops like apples and pears appear, we still have access to irresistible summer fruits like strawberries, figs, and melons. This is also an especially good time to load up on just-picked corn and vine-ripened tomatoes—sweeter than ever, with …

The secret to The Body Fat Cure. “Ron, how do I lose the Fat?” “Ron, how do I tone and firm my waist?” “Ron, how do I lose weight, period?” “Ron, how do I get myself back on track?” Have you every asked a fitness professional or your doctor any of these top four questions? …

The Sharks lost to Chicago this spring in the Stanley Cup Playoff Western Conference Finals. They’ve never won the Stanley Cup. The Giants haven’t won the World Series since 1954, when they were the based in New York. The Warriors last won the NBA Championship in 1975, and the A’s haven’t won the World Series …

Before golf became widely popular, business deals were sealed with a handshake after a round of golf. Salesmen who played golf were using an 18-hole round to entertain key clients and to solidify business transactions while on the course. Meetings were scheduled by making a tee time. Many members used their private memberships for business …

I consider myself a Patriot (yes, capital P). I don’t usually cry at movies. I didn’t even cry during Beaches or Terms of Endearment. Now I know that probably comes off a little hard core, but before you judge me, I want you to know that I always cry during the Star Spangled Banner or …