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Study eliminates at least one excuse not to eat healthy

A common belief is that healthy food costs more than less-healthy food, but a recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service disproves that.



Be mindful of sun exposure when working outdoors

Any amount of sun exposure can increase the risk of developing skin cancer, but for farmers and others who frequently work outdoors, that risk is greater still.



Study Up On Life Insurance Options

A recent report shows that the majority of Americans don't have a good grasp of what life insurance actually costs, and financial advisors may not be giving them the information they need unless they ask about it.



Umasking Some Auto Insurance Myths

The cost of insurance coverage can be determined by a number of factors, but over the years many myths have developed regarding coverage. Investopedia dismisses a number of auto insurance myths that are commonly believed to be true.




New Campaign To Keep Babies Safe Launches

To protect cars on the road, drivers get Virginia auto insurance, but to protect child passengers, parents and caregivers need to be extra vigilant this summer.



New owners promise a 2012 state fair

The new owners of the State Fair of Virginia plan to put on the annual exhibition as scheduled four months from now.



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