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Kimberly Zerkel

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Writer at Freelance

Contributor at Bleu Magazine

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Articles

  • 3 days ago | radicalfire.com | Kimberly Zerkel

    Share on X (Twitter)Share on FacebookShare on PinterestShare on LinkedIn Share on Flip itMother’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the presence, love, and influence of mother figures in all their forms—from biological mothers and grandmothers to stepmothers, chosen family, and mentors. And while no single gift can ever capture all they do, jewelry offers a timeless way to honor their impact and celebrate their style.

  • 2 weeks ago | the-messenger.com | Kimberly Zerkel

    While the classic Round Brilliant continues to reign supreme as the most sought-after diamond shape for engagement rings nationwide, shifting tastes are giving rise to new favorites. Across the U.S., couples are expressing individuality through fancy and unique diamond shapes that add a personal touch to their ring choices. VRAI, a fine jewelry company specializing in lab-grown diamonds, shares how diamond shape preferences vary across the country based on its trend data.

  • 2 weeks ago | thebradentontimes.com | Dawn Kitterman |Kimberly Zerkel

    Robert "Bob" Mercier passed away on April 26, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida. Born on December 31, 1946, Bob lived a life full of joy, laughter, and cherished moments. Bob was a veteran of the Army, where he served in Vietnan and received 2 purple hearts a bronze star medal of honor. Bob had a successful career that spanned over 40 years with Northrup Grumman. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Suzanne Mercier, who passed on March 6, 2012.

  • 2 weeks ago | thebradentontimes.com | Dawn Kitterman |Kimberly Zerkel

    Calendar Ship of Fools at Big Top Brewing Posted Sunday, April 27, 2025 5:45 pm © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map Big Top Brewing Company 975 Cattlemen Road Sarasota, FL 34232 View larger map Ship of Fools is a five piece classic rock band playing the music of the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Jimmy Cliff, Van Morrisson, Chuck Berry, Bob Marley, Pink Floyd, The Band, Talking Heads, Warren Zevon and others. Formed in 2012 in...

  • 2 weeks ago | thebradentontimes.com | Dawn Kitterman |Kimberly Zerkel

    In the village of Noatak in Alaska’s Northwest Arctic region, Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) data showed the community had lower breastfeeding initiation and six-week breastfeeding rates than the statewide average. This data supported funding to offer culturally-adapted peer breastfeeding services in the region.