This homemade frankincense salve makes a thoughtful gift and a staple for your own herbal apothecary. With its grounding scent and soothing touch, it’s a simple way to bring a little ancient wisdom into modern self-care. Frankincense has been treasured for thousands of years for its grounding aroma and powerful skin-healing properties. From ancient rituals to modern herbal medicine cabinets, this resin has stood the test [...]
Florida suddenly loses 3 factories as economic downturn accelerates
More rough news out of Florida, which has already had a difficult 2025. Between the factory shutdowns across the state on the one hand… And the farms that have seen the rug pulled out from under them as the federal government cuts support programs… Well, with all of that in the background, it’s probably no surprise that the overall situation in Florida has gone from bad to worse. More specifically, Florida [...]
Maryland abruptly loses another plant as layoffs pile up
Maryland could have used some good news. After all the factory closures that have plagued the state… And with the jobs picture looking increasingly grim as trade war-inspired boycotts decimate US exports… Well, it would have been nice to get some good news for a change. Instead, Maryland is losing another plant - a Frito-Lay distribution / warehouse facility in Aberdeen, with 56 jobs lost. Frito-Lay has been [...]
Nevada braces for another factory shutdown as economic downturn accelerates
It’s been a rough year for Nevada, and honestly for American manufacturing more generally. With iconic brands already closing factories and laying off thousands of workers… You’d hope Nevada would be poised for some good news for a change. Unfortunately, more pain is incoming. More specifically, Post Holdings (maker of all kinds of well-known cereals like Golden Crisp, Honey Bunches of Oats, Raisin Bran, and [...]
Virginia loses another plant, plus 242 jobs, as economy sours
The losses just keep piling up in Virginia. And unfortunately, a series of recent painful factory closures in Virginia were only the prelude to more losses as the economy rapidly sours. Earlier this year, VF Corp (owner of brands like North Face) closed its distribution center in Martinsville, Virginia - and eliminated 242 jobs, too. And while the decision to close the Martinsville facility was made last year, its [...]
How to Make Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea is simple, soothing, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re making it fresh from your garden, using dried leaves, or relying on a trusty tea bag, you’ll end up with a delicious and calming drink you’ll want to enjoy all year long. Peppermint tea is one of the simplest and most refreshing herbal teas you can make at home. With its cooling flavor and soothing aroma, it’s a favorite for calming digestion, [...]
