Most people have heard of Versailles, Buckingham Palace and Cinderella's Castle. But what some Bloomington-Normal residents do not know is that there is in fact a castle in the area besides Cook Hall. The Ewing Manor, tucked away in residential Bloomington, fits many of the descriptions of a castle.… Post the First Comment

Regardless of where one might stand, there is never a library out of reach in Bloomington-Normal. These two cities are home to some of the best libraries in the area. In addition to several smaller libraries, the Twin Cities are home to four full-scale facilities.… Post the First Comment

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) - Cats might make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside when they cuddle in your lap and purr. But when they start attacking your sofa, your thoughts may not be so kind. Scratching is natural for cats. But indoors, that basic tendency can cause havoc for you and your home.… Post the First Comment

(U-Wire) - Between juggling class assignments, extracurricular activities and social appointments, time is a precious commodity. While 30 Boxes (30boxes.com) can't add hours to the day, the online calendar's impressive feature set offers you the tools to create order in a chaotic schedule.… Post the First Comment

As most college students know, funds needed to obtain their ideal wardrobe and decorations are lacking. Ever mindful of their surroundings, students, as well as locals, turn to resale shops for the latest in used clothes. "As times go on, it's not as thrifty as it used to be," Monica Carson, manager of the Salvation Army Family Store, said.… Post the First Comment

DALLAS (U-WIRE) - Plenty of zero-calorie flavored waters now line shelves at convenience stores and super markets, and they make meeting that daily 64-ounce quota much more palatable. These waters are often sweetened with sucralose (Splenda), a great sugar knock-off (think Aquafina FlavorSplash, Dasani flavored waters, etc.… Post the First Comment

Today's Birthday (10-16-07). Your appetite for learning grows this year, the more you discover. This is a passion you'll never fully satisfy, but that's OK. It's a neat way to live. To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.… Post the First Comment