A new fire substation in Franklin years in the making is now operational.
After lingering in limbo following initial construction, the state came through with funding to complete the project after Sen. Kevin Corbin and Rep. Karl Gillespie, both Macon County natives, were able to procure what was needed.
What are omega 3-fatty acids? They are polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA’s) that can be found in various foods.
What are the health benefits? There have been a variety of claims about the benefits of omega 3-fatty acids from heart health, eye health and reducing inflammation to reducing risk of certain cancers, however, most of this is not conclusive and is based on observational data.
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Thursday, December 11 • 3pm-6pm — Black Mountain (550 NC-9)
• Dynamite Roasting
• Sunburst Trout
• Hickory Nut Gap Meats
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If you’re looking for some non-alcoholic beverage ideas for your holiday guests, here are some local ones to consider:
• Asheville Tea Company (Asheville NC) — look for their boxes of teas, particularly the seasonal blends.
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Question: Can drinking tart cherry juice help with my knee pain due to osteoarthritis?
Answer: While tart cherry juice isn’t harmful, the research proof of its efficacy to reduce pain or inflammation due to arthritis just is not there.
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