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  • Using the wrong type of brush to clean your grill or wearing out the one you have could result in a trip to the emergency room! Review our safety tips for a successful cookout.
    Using the wrong type of brush to clean your grill or wearing out the one you have could result in a trip to the emergency room! Review our safety tips for a successful cookout.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-06-11 11:00:26 GMT
    Just like you, America has a credit score. It took a hit in August 2011 when Standard and Poor's downgraded America's credit rating from AAA to AA+. The news is getting better, though. While S&P is keeping
    Just like you, America has a credit score. It took a hit in August 2011 when Standard and Poor's downgraded America's credit rating from AAA to AA+.
  • Monday, June 10 2013 11:01 AM EDT2013-06-10 15:01:27 GMT
    Through the war and rationing years and all that came after an East Texas couple has endured together and are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary. They met in 1942. At Harleton Baptist church Claud
    Through the war and rationing years and all that came after an East Texas couple has endured together and are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 6:18 AM EDT2013-06-07 10:18:59 GMT
    Tennessee is participating in a national law enforcement initiative to warn consumers about deceptive travel promoters and timeshare resellers.
    Tennessee is participating in a national law enforcement initiative to warn consumers about deceptive travel promoters and timeshare resellers.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 12:26 AM EDT2013-06-07 04:26:20 GMT
    JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging hosted their second annual "Aging with Knowledge Conference" on Thursday.
    The East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging hosted their second annual "Aging with Knowledge Conference" on Thursday.
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-06-05 20:12:11 GMT
    (WMC-TV) - Unlike the false promises of so many creams and lotions, a scar camouflage treatment holds up to what the name suggests.The treatment might look like someone about to get tattooed. Permanent
    Unlike the false promises of so many creams and lotions, a scar camouflage treatment holds up to what the name suggests.
  • Bob Edwards was born before the first Model T rolled out of Henry Ford's factory in Detroit. He learned to drive in a French car that had a lever instead of a steering wheel. And he's still on the road, only...
    Bob Edwards was born before the first Model T rolled out of Henry Ford's factory in Detroit. He learned to drive in a French car that had a lever instead of a steering wheel. And he's still on the road, only now in a...
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 12:34 AM EDT2013-06-05 04:34:57 GMT
    A community forum gave Region 8 women the opportunity to ask important health questions.
    A community forum gave Region 8 women the opportunity to ask important health questions.
  • Tuesday, June 4 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-06-04 18:27:55 GMT
    JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – As the population of Northeast Arkansas expands so does the need for doctors and nurses to take care of them. Now Arkansas State University is exploring the possibility of public-private
    As the population of Northeast Arkansas expands so does the need for doctors and nurses to take care of them. Now Arkansas State University is exploring the possibility of public-private partnerships to establish an osteopathic medical school.
  • Most Americans plan on working after they become eligible to retire, and many of these will seek out new career paths as they extend their working years.
    Most Americans plan on working after they become eligible to retire, and many of these will seek out new career paths as they extend their working years. Here, we take a look at a few important considerations when planning a second career.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 12:38 AM EDT2013-06-03 04:38:07 GMT
    A 14 year old is drawing serious attention to the iPad after discovering a new health concern. Gianna Chien, a freshman, presented her findings in a science fair, which she didn't win, by the way. But
    A 14 year old is drawing serious attention to the iPad after discovering a new health concern.
  • Doctor shortage expected to grow over the next decade

    Friday, May 31 2013 6:49 AM EDT2013-05-31 10:49:38 GMT
    You could have to wait longer to see a doctor in the coming years due to a predicted shortage of physicians.
    You could have to wait longer to see a doctor in the coming years due to a predicted shortage of physicians.
  • Thursday, May 30 2013 8:52 AM EDT2013-05-30 12:52:26 GMT
    On spring mornings, Cape Girardeau's parks and trails are littered with runners, walkers, and bikers. And that's exactly how Governor Jay Nixon wants it. He's challenging people in the state to walk,
    The 100 mile challenge is designed to improve health and bring attention to the state's parks and trails.
  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-05-30 03:53:33 GMT
    OSCEOLA, AR (KAIT) – Strokes are the third leading cause of death in Arkansas, according to Arkansas Department of Health statistics. For the first time at a Mississippi County hospital, doctors saved
    For the first time at a Mississippi County hospital, doctors saved the life of a stroke victim using virtual technology.
  • Most people don't notice their hair is falling out until over half of it is already gone. But that doesn't have to happen to you! America Now Host Bill Rancic got some expert advice on nipping hair loss in the bud.
    Most people don't notice their hair is falling out until over half of it is already gone. But that doesn't have to happen to you! America Now Host Bill Rancic got some expert advice on nipping hair loss in the bud.
  • Tuesday, May 28 2013 6:17 AM EDT2013-05-28 10:17:26 GMT
    Missouri conservation officials want help from anglers who catch smallmouth bass in certain Ozark streams.
    Missouri conservation officials want help from anglers who catch smallmouth bass in certain Ozark streams.
  • Doorbuster deals and sales - they make it easy for any of us to overspend. But Money Expert Nathan Bachrach says resisting the temptation is much harder for the six percent of Americans who are compulsive shoppers.
    Doorbuster deals and sales - they make it easy for any of us to overspend. But Money Expert Nathan Bachrach says resisting the temptation is much harder for the six percent of Americans who are compulsive shoppers.
  • Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. But what would you say if we told you there's new hope?
    Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. But what would you say if we told you there's new hope? Dr. Daniel Amen, a neuroscientist, says that there are several things you can do to keep your brain in top shape.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:50:22 GMT
    MOORE, OK (RNN) – In one of the few positive stories to come from the deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma, an elderly woman was reunited with a four-legged friend she thought was dead. Barbara Garcia, a resident
    Elderly resident Barbara Garcia frantically called for her dog after the tornado had leveled her house, but with no success.
  • A cluttered room, a melting ice cube, or an excited pet -- all of these things are common hazards that could lead to a fall, especially for unsteady or visually-impaired older adults.
    A cluttered room, a melting ice cube, or an excited pet -- all of these things are common hazards that could lead to a fall, especially for unsteady or visually-impaired older adults.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:51:52 GMT
    DONIPHAN, AR (KAIT) – A search effort is underway in Southeast Missouri. The Hartland Pit Stop in Doniphan apparently sold a $1 million Powerball ticket this past weekend, but the winner has yet to come
    A Southeast Missouri woman wrapped up a big week by taking home a piece of the record $600 million Powerball jackpot.
  • We have all heard it a million times: "Eat your vegetables." But what if we ended that with "It will save your life?"
    We have all heard it a million times: "Eat your vegetables." But what if we ended that with "It will save your life?"
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 9:00 AM EDT2013-05-18 13:00:10 GMT
    (HealthDay News) - There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a
    There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a heart attack.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:36:30 GMT
    JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Never say you're too old to do anything.  Gracie Presley of Jonesboro turned 89 years old this year and is working to earn her GED.  Presley never completed high school but is
    Gracie Presley of Jonesboro turned 89 years old this year and is working to earn her GED.
  • Walking is something we take for granted, but could your daily walk be doing you more harm than good? Peggy Hall tells us the danger signs to look out for and how to fix them.
    Walking is something we take for granted, but could your daily walk be doing you more harm than good? America Now Wellness Expert Peggy Hall tells us the danger signs to look out for and how to fix them.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:22:11 GMT
    CARAWAY, AR (KAIT) – A group of Caraway residents has started a campaign to raise funds to build a veterans monument. Shirley Redding says the committee has raised about $1,400 of the estimated $16,000
    A group of Caraway residents has started a campaign to raise funds to build a veterans monument.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:50:07 GMT
    ASH FLAT, AR (KAIT) – Love has a tendency to find people when they least expect it. For Becky and Greg Foreman, they found each other and fell in love after going through separate tragedies in their lives. The
    The Foremans say they have finally reached what they consider to be their ‘happily ever after,' but getting there was no fairy tale.
  • The National Institutes of Health says as many as one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years and half of all women have them by age 50.
    The National Institutes of Health says as many as one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years and half of all women have them by age 50.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:19:45 GMT
    JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The 1039th is back on American soil, but what awaits them? Will DuPree talks with the Beck Pride Center about what they do to help returning soldiers readjust to civilian life,
    The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion may be back on American soil now, but returning home can be a difficult transition. There are luckily a number of resources available locally to help the soldiers adjust to civilian life again.
  • According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, one out of every 10 older Americans is abused or neglected and for every case we know about, an estimated 23 more go unreported.
    According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, one out of every 10 older Americans is abused or neglected and for every case we know about, an estimated 23 more go unreported. America Now delves into this growing problem and what you can do to protect your loved ones!