Free braces? Smile for a Lifetime can help

Thirteen-year-old Eby Davis-Calvo is getting braces, and she couldn't be happier. Speaking as the mother of three, I can only marvel at how unusual this is. My children wore braces to avert all manner of calamities in their mouths, but I can't say any of them smiled like Eby in the...

Area braces for near-record heat over holiday weekend

It's getting really hot — really early. Technically speaking, the calendar says the season is still spring until June 20, but this Memorial Day weekend has a chance to break some all-time records for summertime high temperatures.

Braces scholarship gives Union Co teen something to smile about

One Union County teenager said getting her braces put on Tuesday is not only something she's wanted since elementary school, but it's something that will change her life forever. The patient, Amber Guy, is just one of several recipients of the "Smile 4 A Lifetime" scholarships.

Six Pack of Pop: Getting kids to smile one mouth at a time

Greg Biffle, currently the Sprint Cup Series points leader, answers this week's six questions.

Greece braces for new election in June

Greece on Wednesday swore in a senior judge as caretaker prime minister who is charged with holding new elections after an indecisive vote that sparked fears over the country's future in the eurozone.