Stories from Saturday, March 14, 2009

(NewsUSA) - In the world of professional poker, a "tell" is a clue that a player unconsciously gives others that tips his hand. In real life, your body gives tells, small clues that may forewarn you that your heart is not working properly. The trick is to recognize the tells so you can take action...

(NewsUSA) - As the recession tightens pocketbooks, Americans will begin to look for inexpensive entertainment at home. Movie ticket sales are down, DVD rentals and TV viewership are up. Libraries are enjoying increased popularity, and many people are now viewing home improvement as a form of entertainment...

(NewsUSA) - As temperatures dip lower, families can save money and keep warm by making energy-efficiency improvements to their homes. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released essential tips for saving energy and money this winter to help Americans best prepare and manage their energy usage in a variety of ways...

"No Woman Left Unscreened" was the theme of the 6th Annual Bunco for Breast Cancer fundraiser held Feb. 28 in Mountain Home. A total of 128 women from all over the Treasure Valley traveled to Mountain Home to play Bunco, and raised $8,200 for the cause.  The American Legion Hall was turned into a sea of pink for an evening to benefit women in their fight against breast cancer.  The event sold out in record time after registration opened Feb. 1.  ...