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PHOTO: Deacon and Kim Hayes are pictured with their two children.

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Living August 13, 2024

How this couple paid off $52K debt in 18 months

PHOTO: Alexis Smith, Miss Butler County, was crowned Miss Kansas 2024 in a June 2024 ceremony.

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Living July 24, 2024

Miss Kansas speaks out after going viral for sharing her allegations of abuse

PHOTO: A video shared by TikTok user @withlove.renita shows her making an "oat-zempic" meal replacement drink.

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Wellness April 1, 2024

What to know about the ‘oat-zempic’ weight loss trend

PHOTO:Toby Keith performs on stage during the 2023 People's Choice Country Awards held at the Grand Ole Opry House on Sept. 28, 2023 in Nashville.

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Culture February 6, 2024

Country music star Toby Keith dies at 62

PHOTO: The Martuccis have even been dubbed the trip's unofficial "mom and dad" by TikTok users.

Travel January 2, 2024

Ultimate World Cruise journey goes viral as social media users track 9-month trip

PHOTO: When Jose Montijo sought treatment for shortness of breath, doctor's realized he was experiencing heart failure.

Wellness September 20, 2023

Hispanics experience higher risk of heart disease, stroke while facing language barriers

PHOTO: Annie Leal, founder of 'I Love Chamoy' and her father.

Courtesy of Annie Leal

Living September 16, 2023

Hispanic Influencers reflect on their impact, untapped potential

PHOTO: Michael Quan, the author of "The F.I.R.E. Planner," used the "Financial Independence, Retire Early" method to retire early in his 30s.

Living June 20, 2023

How one dad retired in his 30s and achieved financial freedom

PHOTO: Jessica Wragg recently released her book, "Girl on the Block: A True Story of Coming of Age Behind the Counter," and talks about why the world needs more female butchers.

Courtesy Jessica Wragg

Living March 9, 2023

How I fight sexism as one of the few female butchers in a male-dominated industry

PHOTO: New Jersey mother Lisa Samalonis pictured with her two sons.

Living January 25, 2023

How financial savings trend 'credit card fast' helped one woman buy a home