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‘Coolcations’ are on the Rise

It means skipping the heat and traveling somewhere with cooler temps in the summer.

If you’re already sweating just thinking about summer travel, you’re not alone. But there’s a new trend that might be perfect for you. It’s called a “coolcation.” It means skipping the heat and traveling somewhere with cooler temps in the summer. So places with mountains, lakes, and forests, for example. According to Google Trends, searches for cooler travel destinations are…

An Avocado a Day Could Help You Sleep Better

They're loaded with fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin K, mono-unsaturated fat, and other good stuff.

An apple a day might “keep the doctor away.” But this other fruit could keep you from lying awake in bed at night. A study at Penn State found eating avocados might help you sleep better. Researchers had people eat one avocado a day for six months and they were surprised to find that their sleep improved. It also lowered…

Grand Strand Comfort Care is Throwing a 4th of July Bash

The event will celebrate caregivers and clients on Tuesday July 1st.

Atlanta Riggs of Grand Strand Comfort Care was in the studio to tlak about thei upcoming 4th of July Bash. Tuesday, July 1st from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM2411 N Oak St, Myrtle Beach in the back parking lot.(Rain date: Tuesday, July 8th) Enjoy patriotic vibes, community connection, and giveaways from local businesses. Grand Strand Comfort Care offers compassionate care…

Christine Visits The POWER of Elderberries’ Myrtle Beach Location!

Visit ThePowerofElderberries.com to learn more about the products offered.

Christine speaks with Jessica Lowery of The Power of Elderberries at their location and gets a behind the scenes look as they make their products! The POWER of Elderberries offers handcrafted, immune-supporting elderberry products made using premium organic ingredients and an abundance of local raw honey! The partner with local beekeepers and keep out added sugar, fillers, dyes and more. Visit…

The Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps with AC Pros

Visit ACProsNMB.com for more information or call 843-445-2592!

Chris Gormley and Scott Kreyer of AC Pros were in the studio to talk about geothermal heat pumps. It’s a heating and cooling system that uses the Earth’s relatively constant underground temperature to regulate indoor temperatures. Geothermal heat pumps are highly energy-efficient, often saving homeowners up to 70% on heating costs and 50% on cooling costs compared to traditional systems. …

The Foods You Should Never Store in the Fridge Door

Putting food and drinks in your fridge might seem like a simple task, but it turns out there’s a strategy to it. The fridge door, in particular, is the warmest and most inconsistent part of the fridge. That’s because cold air escapes each time you open it, letting warmer air rush in. Storing dairy, eggs, raw meat, or leftovers there…

Why Just Talking About Bugs Can Make You Start Scratching

If you’ve ever had a conversation about bugs and felt the urge to itch, don’t worry, there’s a scientific explanation!

Experts say our brains can generate sensations even when there’s no physical stimulus. Just hearing about insects or seeing someone else scratch can trigger the same neural circuits as if it were happening to us. Emotions can also play a part in the contagious itch, especially if you’re not a fan of bugs. Ultimately, your brain is simply trying to…

Keep Kids Learning All Summer Long at WonderWorks of Myrtle Beach!

Any Brunswick, Georgetown or Horry County resident receives $5 off their entrance fee.

Need a fun and educational way to help families beat the summer slump? WonderWorks Myrtle Beach—Myrtle Beach’s favorite upside-down attraction—diving into a summer packed with science, smiles, and hands-on learning. WonderWorks has become a go-to for families, field trips, and curious minds of all ages. They are on a mission to keep kids learning all summer long through interactive, STEM-based exhibits and…