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Hike, Wine & Dine Raises Over $170,000 for Local Cancer Center
The changing of the leaves last week readied the backdrop for one of the valley’s most beloved fundraising events, Vail Health’s Hike, Wine & Dine in support of the Shaw Cancer Center and Jack’s Place. Now on its 14th year, the fundraiser combines two of the valley’s greatest treasures — its fall foliage and its gourmet food — to create a community fundraising event that draws hundreds of people every year. Last Sunday, 439 people attended the hike and Aprés Hike events. This year, the event raised $170,155 toward Jack’s Place, a cancer caring house in Edwards that provides pay-what-you-can accommodations for patients who need day and night lodging during cancer treatment. The money will help to fund upgrades to the space and subsidize the cost of housing patients.
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Adjusting to Shorter Winter Days
When the clocks roll forward in March for daylight saving time, the loss of an additional hour of sleep can have an impact on the body. So when daylight saving time ends on November 3, 2024, what impact does it have on a person’s body?
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Thanksgiving Day Traditions in the Valley
Spending the Thanksgiving holiday in a world-class ski destination offers opportunities to create new traditions beyond the usual football game and food fest.
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The Breakfast Debate: Is It Really the Most Important Meal of the Day?
The age-old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day has been ingrained in our culture for decades. But where did this idea come from, and is it truly backed by science?