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Distributed by EIN PresswireCommunity race in Hartsville raises awareness, supports Night to Shine, and brings students, families, and local runners together for a meaningful cause. HARTSVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) will host its annual 5K Race for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Hartsville. The community event raises awareness of mental health and brings together students, families, and residents in support of a meaningful cause. The race is organized by Fun Without Drugs (FWD), a student-led organization at GSSM that promotes healthy, balanced…

Have you ever tried daily mindfulness practices? Imagine starting your day with a clear mind, free of the usual clutter and noise that often fills our thoughts. Picture yourself moving through your week with a sense of calm, fully present in each moment, no matter how hectic life gets. This is the power of mindfulness—a practice that helps us anchor ourselves in the here and now, fostering a deeper connection to our own lives. In this article: Mindfulness doesn’t require hours of meditation or a drastic lifestyle change. It’s about finding small moments throughout your day to bring your attention…

Two original watercolors for The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling – Credit: Roseberys / SWNS Two original illustrations for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book that were lost for over a century have been discovered. The watercolors had been hanging unrecognized on the walls of a London family home for decades. The rediscovery increases the number of known surviving originals to just six out of an original set of 16. The four other surviving illustrations are now split between private collections, the Natural History Museum, and the National Trust. The first watercolor by Edward Detmold depicts Mowgli with Bagheera, the black…

Red deer stag approaches hiker in the Scottish Highlands – Credit: Roaming Thistle / SWNS A new video from the Scottish Highlands shows a wild stag walking right up to a hiker, getting so close that his breath fogged up the stunned man’s camera lens. The ‘magical’ moment was captured by Craig who journeys around Scotland in a motorhome and documents his travels as the Roaming Thistle on social media. A week ago Saturday, Craig was walking in Glencoe with his camera when he saw a male red deer, the iconic symbol of Scotland’s untamed landscapes, and moved in slowly…

As farmers across the state face mounting economic pressures, University of Illinois Extension reminds agricultural producers, advisers, and families that free help is available wherever you are.Assistance resources range from mental health vouchers and crisis support lines to comprehensive financial planning tools. Economic stress takes a personal toll.Financial uncertainty and farm-related stress can increase the risk of mental health challenges among producers and their families, with farmers experiencing suicide at over three times the rate of the general population.“The farming and ag sector is facing many challenges when planning farm operations for 2026,” assistant dean and program leader for agriculture…

Distributed by EIN PresswireIn Partnership with the NARSSA, RSSA® Joins the Lineup of Designations and Certifications Available Through The College KING OF PRUSSIA, PA, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The American College of Financial Services, an accredited institution with the profession’s preeminent end-to-end learning platform, announces a partnership with the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA) to distribute its RSSA® Social Security designation program. This program aims to address the Social Security knowledge gap among financial professionals and strengthen their retirement planning expertise. As a leading authority in Social Security education, NARSSA brings immense expertise and…

                                Compliance Corner Working with wage loss benefits in Michigan requires following rules, which appear on Simply Research and are highlighted here. How Michigan Determines Wage Loss Benefits In Michigan, disability and wage loss are established, entitlement to weekly wage loss benefits shall be determined as applicable pursuant to this section and as follows: (a) If an employee receives a bona fide offer of reasonable employment from the previous employer, another employer, or through the Michigan unemployment insurance agency and the employee refuses that employment…

Next week, Social Security beneficiaries across the U.S. are due to receive their February 2026 money, as the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) three-Wednesdays payment cycle continues.On Wednesday, Feb. 18, the SSA is scheduled to issue benefits to certain Americans who receive retirement, disability or survivor pay.How does the SSA’s three-Wednesdays cycle work?Of 70.6 million people who claim retirement, disability or survivor benefits in the U.S., most receive their monthly payments on the second, third or fourth Wednesday in each month. A recipient’s designated Wednesday depends on the date of birth of the worker whose Social Security taxes have accumulated the…

Most retirees expect their Social Security benefits to rise each year. After all, that’s what the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is designed for (1). On paper, this annual increase is meant to help benefits keep pace with inflation. However, in practice, many retirees see part of that adjustment offset by federal income taxes triggered when their total income crosses certain thresholds. Because these thresholds are not indexed to inflation, a growing number of Social Security recipients are affected each year. This phenomenon is sometimes called “tax bracket creep.” If you’re collecting benefits in 2026 or beyond, here’s what you need to…

Key Takeaways Financial planners say retirees are more likely to outlive their savings due to poor planning and spending habits.Experts recommend keeping five years of income needs in safer assets and tracking expenses closely to avoid premature portfolio depletion. Many Americans are worried that they will live longer than their savings. “Running out of money is a real risk, and for most retirees, it doesn’t happen because of bad investments,” said Melissa Caro, certified financial planner (CFP) and founder of My Retirement Network. “It happens because of bad timing, inflexible spending, or poor planning around income streams.” Whether you’re already…