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By all accounts, mild-mannered Wesley Upchurch is a typical American entrepreneur and Internet professional. However, when he isn’t opening family entertainment venues or designing e-commerce websites, Wesley channels his energies into activities that invoke fear in most. Caving, ghost hunting, and riding the world’s largest roller coasters are all favorite pastimes for Wesley Upchurch. The [...]

Heart disease remains the greatest threat to overall health in the United States. It consistently tops the list as the most prominent cause of death, taking the lives of more than 600,000 Americans a year. Doctors Amy Wagers and Rich Lee believe that they have found a way to treat older, out-of-shape hearts and make [...]

For years, Margaret Suanne Bone has practiced the art of antiquing. She can often be found bidding on at auctions and estate sales in her community. Margaret Suanne Bone first learned how to appreciate antiques as a young girl. She grew up in an 1880s log cabin, a home that was filled with decorative adornments. [...]

Hollywood’s hottest stars always look flawless, and we probably would too if we all had limitless shopping funds and the top stylists on speed dial. Well, the fashion experts at JustFab.com have decoded some of the most fashionable stars’ latest looks and tracked down fabulous JustFab.com pieces that are ringers for theirs. Look like a [...]

Scott Safadi of Saratoga, California, has been in the property management business for the majority of his career. As owner of CBPM, Scott Safadi is committed to ensuring clients are satisfied, so he personally visits with property owners and tenants. Scott Safadi has learned housemates can be a blessing or a disaster when it comes [...]

Going green doesn’t have to cost a lot of green with these free-to-inexpensive tactics that help reduce a home’s carbon footprint. 1. The right light Many people still use the old teardrop shaped lightbulbs. However, the simple switch to spiral style energy-efficient fluorescent bulbs can save up to $70 per year and reduce lighting costs [...]

Travis Jones, former Rush Properties president, is a business professional with expertise in real estate foreclosures.  Jones now helms efforts at Cherry Park Properties. Based in Olathe, Kansas, Travis Jones of Rush Properties recently answered a few questions about the foreclosure market and gave his expert opinion on its current and future state. Q. Travis [...]

Charles Brennan, majority owner, Founder and CEO of Las Vegas, Nevada based Dollar Loan Center, is committed to helping the communities where his businesses are located.  In the following Q&A, Charles Brennan discusses the dedication of Dollar Loan Center to giving back and the impact of his business on the Nevada economy. Q:  What services [...]

Rick Dover is the general manager of Family Pride Corporation, a family owned and operated company and the oldest and largest provider of senior living solutions in the Knoxville, Tenn., area. Rick Dover has utilized historic preservation to provide senior adult facilities for communities in Tennessee and Georgia. Rick Dover has been also been deeply [...]

Matt Schilit quickly learned the important role a principal plays in the development of a student body. Not only is the principal responsible for guiding the students, but the faculty relies on solid leadership as well. Matt Schilit has found that one great way to inspire and motivate both faculty and students is through the [...]