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A&E >  Food

Water Cooler: Where coffee orginates

Whether it be a no-frills cup of drip or something more gourmet, Americans love their coffee. For something that seems so quintessentially American, most of us don’t know all that much about it. Learn a bit more about this delicious, humble bean.
A&E >  Books

Water Cooler: Environmental reads for smoke season

Smoky skies aren’t very inspiring for summer beach reads, but for better or worse, it does set the tone for environmental literature that speaks to our love for nature. Here is a mix of titles you can check out from adventurous and reflective nature writing.
News >  Health

Water Cooler: Why does it feel good to be in nature?

Nature has always been associated with good health. In today’s lifestyle marketing, “natural” is nearly used as a synonym of “healthy.” Open-air classrooms were popular in the early 1900s as a way to teach ill school children while exposing them to plenty of fresh air and sunshine per the medical advice of the time. Nineteenth-century public asylums began to be designed with acres of surrounding gardens and natural landscapes.
A&E >  Music

Music calendar: July 30-Aug. 6

Festival at Sandpoint – Friday through Aug. 8. Featuring St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Jake Owen, Sheakey Graves, Gladys Knight, Young the Giant, REO Speedwagon, Keb’ Mo’ & Band and more. Visit festivalatsandpoint.com for details.
A&E >  Books

Water Cooler: Get inspired with Olympic reads

Although the Olympic Games have been a source of various controversies this year, the stories of its athletes and what they must overcome to compete alongside the best have always been inspiring. Here is some nonfiction reading you can dive into now.
News >  Health

Water Cooler: The importance of our hips and how they work

Your hips aren’t just for busting moves on the dance floor. They are essential for your body’s mobility, from standing and balancing to bending, lifting, pivoting, stepping, jumping and many other movements. Hips also provide support for the organs and our spine. No matter your age, maintaining hip health is crucial for quality of life and overall physical health.
News >  Home and garden

Water Cooler: Make your yard a bird’s summer sanctuary

Heat and wildfires are hard for us to live through, but they can be even rougher on our local bird populations. Low precipitation levels, intense heat and loss of habitat to fires makes the summer season harder to endure. If you would like to use your outdoor space to support birds through this tough warm season, here are a few tips for creating a bird friendly yard.
A&E >  Cooking

Water Cooler: Get schooled in plant-based cooking

Plant-based eating is much more than eating salads every day. Here are some cookbooks that can give you the inspiration and know-how you need to make a delicious variety of plant-based meals. “Forks Over Knives” by Del Sroufe – This cookbook is all about shifting mentality.
A&E >  Entertainment

Water Cooler: Revisit Cannes Film Festival history

The Cannes Film Festival just wrapped up last weekend after a week of celebrating new films from around the world. Here’s a look back at some past winners throughout Cannes’ history, from its origin and struggles during World War II, through the 1950s and ’60s.
News >  Home and garden

Water Cooler: Lawn care during droughts

When you drive through the suburbs of Washington and North Idaho, you’ll notice a common home staple – a front lawn of grass. With the summer already marked by historic heat waves and wildfire conditions, smart lawn care will be essential throughout the season.
A&E >  Food

Water Cooler: Tips for finding inspiration for a plant-based diet

Do you shudder a bit when you hear the phrase “plant-based?” Does it impart thoughts of never eating meat again and feeling pressured to avoid dairy at all costs? You’re in luck because a plant-based diet offers more flexibility than many might think.
News >  Family

Water Cooler: Summer reading for kids

With homework on pause for summer vacation, it’s a great time for kids to dive into recreational reading. Here are a few suggestions to start with, but don’t forget to check with your local libraries and bookstores for additional suggestions and summer reading programs.