Polish Highlander Alliance of North America

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

‘I do.’ Rules relax on weddings as catering hall capacity increase to 150 people

Starting today, catering halls can operate at 50% capacity, and maximum guest capacity has increased to 150.

It's All About the Grass, Man: What is Overseeding on Golf Courses?

Overseeding is a golf course maintenance process that replaces a dormant grass with one that will keep growing. Why do golf courses do it?

How Much Does a Dock Cost? Part III: Size

Size is the last topic in our three-blog series to answer the question, “How much does a dock cost?”’ In two previous blog posts, we discussed decking and design as cost components. Size considerations for your project Cost is not the only thing affected as the size of your dock section increases or decreases. …

9 Rainforest Facts Everyone Should Know

Protecting rainforests is a powerful natural climate solution that’s critical to our collective future.

The 20 Best Foods to Eat for Breakfast

These 20 staples and mix-ins will give you all the energy and nutrients you need in the morning.

4 Practices That Keep a Life Crisis From Creating a Business Crisis

Nurture relationships and practice equanimity while life is calm and you will be prepared to navigate a personal trauma that could upend your business.

Short On Space in Your Nail Salon?

Beautifully display your most popular polishes without using precious space! Are you short on space in your nail salon? Don't worry - yo...

Things that Drive Customers Away from Nail Salons

Own a nail salon? Find out all the 'dont's' of customer experience. Technicians, general cleanliness, and even the smell. Learn how to enhance your business!

Social Security and Military Veteran Benefits

For you or a loved one, find out about Social Security benefits for military veterans in regards to disability, programs, SSI and credits.

Are Community Mental Providers Ready for Military Veterans?

A new RAND Corporation study finds that most community-based mental health providers are not well prepared to take care of the special needs of military veterans and their families. The report was commissioned by United Health Foundation in collaboration with the Military Officers Association of America. RAND researchers surveyed a convenience sample of 522 psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed counselors to determine whether…

Why, yes, the chemicals in nail salons are just as harmful as they smell

New study finds that VOCs in nail salons raise staff's cancer risk

UV lamps at nail salons don't increase cancer risk

While the risk of developing skin cancer is known to be linked with exposure to ultraviolet light, it's been less clear whether the UV lamps used in nail salons might raise the risk of skin cancer. Now, a new study suggests these lamps don't increase skin cancer risk

Your Nail Salon: Is It Clean?

A number of years ago, I set about looking for a clean nail salon in the Richmond area where I could refer my patients for manicures and pedicures. You may ask, why does a podiatrist care where patients go for manicures and pedicures? Well, the truth is, nail salons are notorious for being

How to attract online health and beauty shoppers

A new survey reveals high levels of online shopping among health and personal care and beauty shoppers, and reveals what drives their purchases.

13 Things Your Nail Salon Doesn't Want You to Know

These secrets about your manicure and pedicure might make you second guess your next nail salon visit

Companies take initiative when hiring military veterans

Military veterans looking for employment know they have much to offer in terms of skills, character traits and dedication to their employer, and companies also are aware of the many attributes veterans have to offer. Military bases are operated like small cities. [...] veterans are trained to excel in any jobs or industry. Bordelon, a U.S. Marines vet, said the company's work environment is the perfect…

Is your nail salon safe?

We offer some tips on what to look for before you get a manicure or pedicure.

Woman's humiliated by nail salon after they refused to touch her when she asked for a manicure

Why Trucking is a Safe Bet for Military Veterans

Safety isn't just a buzzword in the trucking industry — it's a lifestyle. It has to be, for a reason more than familiar to military veterans: neglecting safety comes with consequences. Fortunately, veterans transitioning into trucking will find a familiar — and enduring — commitment to safety. The statistics prove it.