By Mike DuBose Food is one of the largest family expenses. Rising food prices and busy schedules while providing economical meals are challenging In our earlier article, we examined the four largest South Carolina food chains (Kroger, Food Lion, Publix, and Walmart). We compared onsite prices using 21 of theContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose The US Bureau of Labor documented food prices have increased 30% since 2020! Contrary to what politicians promised and with few exceptions, the November 2025 Wall Street Journal reported that food prices aren’t coming down! The USDA reported families spend more than 15% of their income on food (Singles $300-$600, CouplesContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, unwanted phone calls, texts, and emails have become more than just nuisances — they’re serious threats. From relentless telemarketers to cunning scammers, cyber thieves, robot callers, and criminals are constantly devising skillful ways to invade our privacy, steal money, and exploit personalContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose I read a good bit and often come across interesting facts that might be helpful: Top Tier 1 high-quality gasoline contains detergents which extend a car engine’s life, increases miles-per-gallon, and improves performance. Suppliers include Costco (exceptionally low prices), Chevron, ExxonMobil, and Shell. Check tire pressures everyContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose In preparation for this series of articles, we examined the latest findings from the leading universities and medical schools studying this essential biological function. For most of my life, I was fortunate to sleep soundly. That changed following open-heart surgery for an aneurysm 15 years ago. AfterContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose Archaeologists determined human music originated 40,000 years ago when they discovered bone flutes, clay drums, rattles, and shell trumpets across the globe. Music plays an important role in all human cultures and worship services, dating back to Genesis 4:21 where Jubal played string instruments and pipes inContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose I’ve spent a lot of time trying to comprehend what really happened the night that I saw Ole Saint Nick. When I share my experience with friends and psychologist colleagues, they provide all types of explanations for how I “perceived” that I saw him. Santa Claus, whileContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose with Dermatologist Allison Cashman, MD During our interviews, a heartbroken mother described how her 40-year-old daughter, with young teenagers, was dying from melanoma. The disease originated with an innocent-looking mole, until the colors changed from an even-toned tan to a concoction of tan, black, red, and white.Continue Reading
By Mike DuBose with Surb Guram, MD Back pain is a highly prevalent condition worldwide and affects people of all ages and backgrounds. The Global Burden of Disease Study reported 65% of adults experience back pain during their lifetimes which is a leading cause of disabilities. Older individuals are moreContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose Consumers are plagued by soaring prices, empty shelves, and hard-to-find items since the Covid Pandemic interrupted supply chains. Families, with limited income, experienced the fiercest struggles, often depleting savings, borrowing money, or tapping retirement funds. Many are penny-pinching, even dangerously reducing vital medicines and food toContinue Reading
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