(StatePoint) About 20 years ago, chickens—long a staple of farms and homesteads—began showing up in urban and suburban yards. They enabled city dwellers to source homegrown food, provided a touch of nature amid the urban jungle, and have continued to rise in popularity ever since. According to the American Pet Products Association’s 2025 State of the Industry report, 11 million U.S. households own backyard chickens, a 28% increase from 2023.
(StatePoint) When it comes to learning history, there is something about the act of walking around a historical site that will drive a lesson home in a way that is nearly impossible to replicate with films, books and other media.
(StatePoint) Looking to stretch your dollar further in 2026? Here’s how your family can get more bang for your buck on the items and services you use most:
(StatePoint) Does it seem like mangos are everywhere you look? You’re not imagining it! From carts to menus, consumers can’t get enough mango, fueling a viral craze with new creations hitting shelves and restaurants daily. In fact, Circana’s Dole Panel of total U.S. outlets (General Food and Frozen Departments; L52 WE 1/25/25) shows that 54% of U.S. consumers who shop the frozen or general food departments buy mango items, and 86% of those buyers make a repeat purchase.
(StatePoint) Kentucky’s bourbon legacy draws millions of visitors to area bars and distilleries each year. But those looking for booze-free options need not worry, Bourbon country is for everyone, whether they plan to indulge or not.
(StatePoint) Living to 100 may sound extraordinary, but research suggests it’s more achievable—and enjoyable—than many people think. Studies show the majority of centenarians rate their health as good, and large numbers of people in this age group are mobile, active and optimistic.
(StatePoint) It might surprise you to know that Kentucky is within a day’s drive of two-thirds of the nation’s population. The six interstate highways and dozens of superbly maintained state routes make access to the Bluegrass State all the easier and entirely perfect for a weekend adventure.
(StatePoint) Success at school is about more than just what takes place in the classroom. How kids spend their time after the bell rings also matters. Here are four tips to make kids smarter at school by staying sharper at home:
(StatePoint) Whether you’re still a student or long past your school years, making learning a hobby outside the classroom can keep you sharp, particularly if you pair activities that involve logic, analysis and facts with those that involve creativity, imagination and intuition. Here are some great tools to inspire you in your educational journey and balance your left brain and right brain:
(StatePoint) Grilling isn’t just for summer celebrations. Elevate your meals this winter and wow family and friends by skipping the oven and grilling main dishes instead. To start, you need the right fuel.
(StatePoint) Travelers are a key target for scammers, and criminals are looking to cash in on you being distracted. Visa has observed an uptick in 2025 of sophisticated, travel-related scams where well-known travel providers are convincingly impersonated, and, according to a McAfee Travel Report, one in five Americans has fallen victim to a travel scam.