Time to break out the already maxed-out credit cards, the uncomfortable walking shoes and the amount of patience you will need for the best part of the holidays – shopping for people who may or may not appreciate your shopping dedication. The dedication that may take you to four different Wal-Marts to find the right size or the right color [...]

 The phrase “Go Green” has been one that most people have heard frequently, especially in today’s times. But what does going green actually mean? For the matter, what does sustainability really mean? Most people can give you the broad answer, having to do with protecting our environment. But why?  The education process pertaining to the environment and sustainability has been [...]

The options for buying local produce and products has grown tremendously in recent years. Buying local helps support the economy in your community. It puts dollars into local taxes, local supplies, and local families. Another popular trend is the concept of shopping at a Farmers Market, which has branched into small communities and even universities. The University of South Carolina’s [...]