Lisa Smith Journalist Profile

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Consider a cleaning schedule to make chores less daunting

2 months ago | reflector.com | Lisa Smith

A clean home provides an environment that is soothing, relaxing and healthy. Houses that are kept clean help reduce family members’ exposure to many indoor pollutants such as bacteria, lead and allergens like dust mites. A neat, clean house is also less likely to invite pests. And a tidy house is also a safe house. Toys, reading materials, shoes and other items left on floors can create tripping hazards. kAmp 4=62? 9@FD6 42? 4@?EC@= 2==6C86?D] sFDE >:E6D 2C6 E:?J 3F8D[ E@@ D>2== E@ 36 D66?
Souper Bowl 2025 - A healthy competition

Jan 24, 2025 | reflector.com | Lisa Smith

For months, many of us have been spending hours every week watching football. All of these games have been leading up to the crown jewel of all football games — the Super Bowl. kAm~? $F?52J[ u63] h 2E eib_ A> 2E r26D2CD’ $FA6C5@>6 :? }6H ~C=62?D[ {@F:D:2?2 EH@ E62>D H:== >66E 7@C $FA6C q@H= {x)]k^AmkAmp=E9@F89 E96 82>6 H:== 36 DA=:E :?E@ 7@FC[ 7:7E66?\>:?FE6 BF2CE6CD[ G:6H6CD 42?
Cooperative Extension plans a celebration of agriculture

Nov 22, 2024 | reflector.com | Lisa Smith

On March 14, Martin County kicked off a year-long anniversary celebration of the county’s incorporation. Martin County was incorporated on March 14, 1774, before our nation’s Declaration of Independence was signed. Over the last 250 years, Martin County has experienced both boosts and declines in population, as well as ebbs and flows of economy. kAm(9:=6 @FC 4@F?EJ 92D 492?865 :? >2?J H2JD[ @?6 4@?DE2?E 92D 366? |2CE:? r@F?EJ’D DEC@?8 56A6?56?46 @? 28C:4F=EFC6]k^AmkAmuC@> 4CF56 E@@=D 2?5 @I6?
October 6-12 is National 4-H Week

Oct 4, 2024 | reflector.com | Lisa Smith

4-H is America’s largest youth development organization. Empowering nearly six million young people, 4-H teaches young people skills to lead for a lifetime. 4-H leaders, volunteers and staff believe in the power of America’s youth. Every child has valuable strengths and influence to improve our world. kAmc\w :D 56=:G6C65 E9C@F89 r@@A6C2E:G6 tIE6?D:@? AC@8C2>D 24C@DD E96 ?2E:@?] pD A2CE @7 2 ?6EH@C< @7 >@C6 E92? `__ F?:G6CD:E:6D[ c\w6CD “=62C? 3J 5@:?8]” %96 }]r] r@@A6C2E:G6 tIE6?D:@? $6CG:46 :? |2CE:?
Unpacking The Corporate Transparency Act: What Cooperatives And Condominiums Need To Know

Sep 23, 2024 | mondaq.com | Lisa Smith

SGR's Cooperative and Condominium Practice Group has received many questions concerning compliance with the federal Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA") by cooperatives and condominiums. This bulletin is intended to provide guidance and clarification.
I Found Truly the Firmest Mattress in the World in Taiwan

Sep 19, 2024 | nymag.com | Lisa Smith

Photo: Lisa Cheng Smith When I was a teen, my mom sent me to Taiwan to attend a culture camp for the children of Taiwanese expats (note to all the 台美灣人 reading this: not Love Boat). I remember getting to my room, putting my stuff down on the bed, and thinking they had forgotten the mattress and somehow put the sheets on the platform. But then I realized this hard slab was the mattress, and I went outside and cried for myself, thinking how much I was to suffer at this foreign boot camp.
Mindful eating can aid in weight management

Sep 13, 2024 | reflector.com | Lisa Smith

How many times have you driven through a fast food line and devoured a burger and fries within minutes of receiving your order? Perhaps you were grabbing a quick meal in the midst of a busy day. By the time you reach your destination, the chance that you can remember the taste and smell of food you just ate is slim. kAm|2J36 J@F 92G6 366? H2E49:?8 E6=6G:D:@? @C H@C<:?8 2E J@FC 4@>AFE6C H:E9 2 7F== 328 @7 49:AD[ 2?5 DF556?=J J@F ?@E:46 E96 328 :D 6>AEJ] (96?
Compliance Update - Insights and Highlights - July 2024

Jul 25, 2024 | joneswalker.com | Memrie M. Fortenberry |Lisa Smith

Loan Compliance Insights and Highlights It has been a busy summer from a regulatory compliance perspective, and there is no sign of a slowdown. This article highlights a few items that may otherwise be missed but are worthwhile to take the time to check. First, either the address or the department name may have changed on some banks’ Summary of Consumer Rights on adverse action notices. The mandatory compliance date was March 20, 2024. The changes are as follows: Continue reading >
Infused Water: A refreshing way to stay hydrated

Jun 21, 2024 | dailyadvance.com | Lisa Smith

Summer in Eastern North Carolina can be sweltering, and it is easy to become dehydrated when the temperatures soar. Many older adults have diminished thirst cues, so it may be difficult to remember to drink water. It is important to drink plenty of water to prevent the problems that are caused by dehydration. kAm%96 x?DE:EFE6 @7 |65:4:?6 C64@>>6?5D 2? 256BF2E6 52:=J :?E2<6 @7 H2E6C 7@C 25F=E >6? E@ 36 2AAC@I:>2E6=J `b 4FAD 2?5 6DE:>2E6D 25F=E H@>6?
Sistahs Getting Well Film Screening and Live Q&A

May 23, 2024 | allevents.in | Lisa Smith

About the event Sistahs Getting Well Film Screening and Live Q&A From executive producers Jacqueline Glass and Brandi Harvey, Sistahs Getting Well is a short film centered on the health of black women.