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It’s the kind of money most of us could only dream of especially to play a game. Yet everyday professional athletes cash checks for millions of dollars. Remarkably, more than half of them will go broke within a few years of retiring.

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Dolphins Open Preview Center

The Miami Dolphins announced the creation of the Samsung business preview center. The interactive venue highlights the new stadium.

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Dried Meat Snacks Going Healthy

A growing number of brands are setting out to transform a road trip indulgence into a cleaner, upscale treat.

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It’s called urban exploring and it involves things like climbing to the top of structures or checking out abandoned buildings.

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Women To Watch:

Cindy Hutson

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by Tara gilani

n this month’s edition of “Women To Watch,” Trend Tracker® Tara Gilani tracked down one of the top female chefs in America.

Cindy Hutson is owner and executive chef of Ortanique in Coral Gables.

Her outposts in Camana Bay, Grand Cayman and at The Dunmore in Harbour Island Bahamas adds up to three times the charm.

“Cuisine of the sun” is what Hutson long ago dubbed her Caribbean-style cooking.

Ortanique has been a popular spot its whole 16 years—quite a feat.

Mom of three, a self-taught cook, Cindy opened her first restaurant, Norma’s On The Beach (in South Beach) in 1994 with her partner in life (and business), Delius Shirley.

“He decided that I knew how to cook, I didn’t go to culinary school, he said get in the kitchen, I need a chef, I want a restaurant, he threw me in there.

Hutson told Gilani she learned, “the hard way. I cried every single night, every night.”

“Are you still crying 16-years later?” Gilani asked Hutson.

“No. What happened was I cried, I burnt myself, I cut myself, I didn’t know what I was doing. So I thought. And then our first review came out and it was USA Today and they called me the jewel of the Caribbean and I went…oh…I can do this!“ Hutson said.

Cindy calls her Caribbean-inspired cooking “Cuisine of the Sun.” “My cuisine of the sun is basically whatever I feel under the sun to be cooking but it does involve fresh, seasonal produce, local wherever possible. It’s ever-changing, core menu, all the special revolve, like the sun,” Hutson said.

Hutson cooked for Gilani. To sum it up, Gilani said the food was “delish.”

“I went all Caribbean today and this one is a Jamaican-style curried pork with yellow yam malanga, breadfruit and jasmine rice.”

Hutson’s secret to longevity in the restaurant business is simple; don’t try to be something you’re not. And her secret to success is similar, “be true to yourself.”

Hutson, who often wears a bandana, which has become a trademark said, “yup, that’s me. It changes every day.” Gilani noted, “the bandana and the menu.”

“Laugh at me if you will but I kind of have the feeling in a past life I was maybe a Jamaican, somewhere in the Caribbean. It’s just too comfortable for me. It’s very easy to get into that whole mode,” said Chef Hutson.

Coming soon, the newest member of the Ortanique family, Hutson said, “We’re opening up Zest, down on Biscayne, right across from the Intercontinental Hotel.”

Hutson’s first book, called “From the Tip of my Tongue,” just debuted. “It’s part cookbook and part love story,” Hutson said.

“I fell into this business because Delius grabbed my hand and told me I could do it and would be wonderful at it, all along, me doubting me, no one else doubting me, and it’s a darned good feeling to know you’ve found what you’re meant to be doing.”

Cindy Hutson, from the heart, answered the Trend Tracker®’s round of questions: I am, “content,” I want, “to keep traveling,” I will, “make a mark in this world,” I will, “never back down,” I hope, “to become a little wealthier, I wish, “the best for my children,” I promise, “to help provide that for them.”

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by david sutta

t’s the kind of money most of us could only dream of especially to play a game.

Yet everyday professional athletes cash checks for millions of dollars.

Remarkably, more than half of them will go broke within a few years of retiring. Now a group of athletes and business people are setting out to try and change that.

Phillip Buchanon lived large before he even made it in football. The University of Miami Football superstar won a national championship. He followed that up going in the first round of the NFL draft.

“Once I signed, I had already spent about a million dollars already,” Buchanon recalls. “On what?” CBS4’s David Sutta asked. “Just spending money.” he said with a smile.

He was a kid with nothing and then suddenly a millionaire overnight. The media reported on his $12 million dollar, five year contract.

“I walked around college like I was a millionaire already so that kind of

helped me. And I was projected to be a first round draft pick. So I knew the money was coming. I wish I had a better approach towards buying the cars and buying the houses and just spending money that I didn’t really have yet,” he said.

Buchanon remembers his first check for a whopping $4 million.

Then came the shock. Taxes cut that check in half. He was already a million dollars in debt from living large. His family came after what was left.

In a book due out next month Buchanon reveals his uncle threatened to rob him and that his own mother demanded a million dollars.

“She said don’t ever send me a card.

Don’t ever send me flowers. If it’s not money, don’t send it.” Buchanon said.

As fast as it came in it went. It’s a familiar tale that athletes shared in the 2012 documentary Broke. Director Billy Corben found a recurring theme among all the athletes who had lost it all.

“The tragedy of this situation is, is that it’s avoidable. The reason it’s avoidable is it seems the young athletes are making the same mistakes

I walked around college like I was a millionaire already so that kind of helped me. And I was projected to be a first round draft pick. So I knew the money was coming. I wish I had a better approach towards buying the cars and buying the houses and just spending money that I didn’t really have yet”

Phillip Buchanon

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Anybody can buy the toy. It’s how are you going to maintain that toy.

You can buy the house. How are you going to maintain the house?

Ricardo “Ricky” Bones

that the previous athletes have made. And if they could just learn those lessons then they wouldn’t be doomed to repeat them,” Corben said.

Corben pointed out that most of us earn more as we get older and wiser. For athletes, it’s the opposite.

“They are making the most money they ever going to make in their lives essentially in their 20’s,” said Corben.

Nandy Serrano shook his head in agreement and said,”I agree with Billy 100%.”

Serrano, a former baseball player, traded his cleats for dress shoes 23 years ago. As a financial planner life after baseball was good but not for his buddies.

“When I started seeing how many of them were being taken advantage of, and they were losing their money, millions of dollars,” Serrano said.

He said the two biggest mistakes players make are allowing family to manage their money and getting married young.

“There is a 85% divorce rate in professional sports,” said Serrano.

Nandy is trying to break the go for broke mold. An annual Life after Sports symposium puts athletes in the room with retired pros so they can hear about the mistakes of others.

The forum, which took place recently at Marlins Ballpark, was standing room only. The room was filled with athletes current and retired, businessmen, and family members of both. Buchanon sat on a panel in front of the group along with other notable retired pros. Some who lost it all and some who managed to save a few dollars.

“You have to do what’s right for you because when you are done playing it’s over with, ” Buchanon told the crowd. Others echoed his comments, even advising to cut

off family before they clean you out.

Ricardo “Ricky” Bones, a former Miami Marlin, is one of the fortunate ones.

When he signed his contract in 1986 he received a $60,000 signing bonus. That’s roughly $125,000 in today’s money. His middle class parents stepped in, advising him to save half and spend the other. He got his brand new Cutlass Supreme and banked the rest. As his career advanced he said so did the cars, the houses and the jewelry. And then he saw his teammates lose it all. It was an important lesson he learned early.

“Anybody can buy the toy. It’s how are you going to maintain that toy. You can buy the house. How are you going to maintain the house?” Bones said.

Buchanon was lucky. He played in the league three times longer than the average player. It meant he had time to make mistakes.

He admits that if he had lasted three years in the league he would likely have been left with nothing. He also credits Corben’s documentary for waking him up.

“That documentary actually motivated me. So I want to thank you for making that,” he said.

Buchanon retired a few years ago and is authoring children’s books and an autobiography. All of it centered on helping people learn from his mistakes.

He laughed while saying, “When you get your first check… don’t do what I did. Simple as that. Just do better than me.”

Nandy Serrano’s Life After Sports program is hopeful that the discussions he’s cultivating can change the tide but it won’t be easy. He estimates there are 2,500 pro athletes living in South Florida, many of them headed for broke.

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Controversial Video May Be Helping Drivers Dodge DUI Checkpoints

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By David Sutta

t’s the YouTube video that’s gone viral.

In the video, a driver gets through a DUI checkpoint without lowering his window or even saying a word. The video, recorded in Florida on January 1st, has been viewed more than two million times.

More videos are now surfacing claiming the tactics used are helping people beat DUI checkpoints.

CBS4’s David Sutta investigated to see if it really works, or if it’s a hoax.

The video starts off like any DUI checkpoint—cars funneled into one lane. Officers wave to see if you are sober. When the driver pulls up to the deputies, he says absolutely nothing.

Instead, hanging out the window is a plastic bag with a driver’s license, registration, insurance and a card that reads “I remain Silent. No searches. I want my lawyer.” The deputies take a good look then wave the driver through.

“We’ve done seven or eight videos and it’s worked every time in the checkpoints,” Attorney Warren Redlich said. He’s the person credited with creating the card. It’s something he developed to make DUI checkpoints “fair” because he doesn’t trust all cops to be fair.

Redlich explained, “Fundamentally I think people don’t like checkpoints. They are unAmerican. And I think people get that.”

“A checkpoint is un-American?” Sutta asked.

“Yeah. You’ve heard of checkpoint Charlie?

Checkpoints, you know papers please this all the kind of stuff that we imagine from places like Nazi Germany and Russia. It’s not America. America is a place where you are free to travel,” Redlich said.

On YouTube this “fair DUI” appears he has some support.

“On the YouTube video is 10 to 1, more than 10 to 1 thumbs up and then thumbs down,” Redlich claims. He’s also received

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a sobering dose of hate mail though. “People hoping my children get murdered by a drunk driver. You know that’s really humanitarian of them. You know it’s an irrational, hatred-driven, fear-driven thing,” Redlich said.

Like it or hate it we wondered does it work?

Is this some sort of gimmick? A trick? Redlich responds to the thought.

“I would say it’s a method. You could call it a trick. I mean if asserting your constitutional rights is a trick then sure.” Redlich’s technique uses the 4th amendment that prohibits unreasonable searches and the 5th amendment, your right to remain silent (self-incrimination).

If you are wondering why you would want to keep your window up and remain silent, Redlich explains.

“The minute you roll down your window, whether there’s actually an odor of alcoholic beverages or not, the police will claim that they smelled alcohol. And when you speak, one of the key things here is to not speak, when you speak the police can say your speech was slurred. Your speech was impaired. There is something wrong with the way you were speaking,” Redlich said.

By eliminating smell and sound, all that’s left is what the deputy sees. He believes it will hold up.

We wondered if this is totally legitimate? Is it legal? Broward Sheriff Scott Israel said in short: yes.

“Yeah. They can do this. They want to put their documents outside and they are available to us they could do this,” Israel said. Broward has yet to see the cards at their checkpoints. If they do, though, they are prepared.

“We are not going to force the issue on the window coming down. However if my observations and suspicions are that you may be intoxicated it’s going to be handled in a completely

different way,” Israel said.

Deputies observing anything suspicious could order you to open your window. And if a driver refuses things could escalate.

“If we needed to break a window, or a door, or break any kind of door or window, or conveyance. We would do that,” Israel said.

Attorney David Weinstein admires the concept but at the end of the day, told us he wouldn’t recommend it for his clients. He said the tactic is way too subjective and risky.

“There is no guarantee that anyone’s advice is 100-percent bullet proof. You may encounter a situation where an officer honors it. You may encounter an officer who doesn’t. And if you’ve been drinking and they don’t honor it you are still going to end up arrested.”

Ultimately Redlich said his tactics aren’t about ducking a DUI, it’s about keeping bad cops from harassing you.

“Unfortunately we have a world where the police have a lot of power. Sometimes that’s important and they need that power. But sometimes they abuse that power and we need to keep an eye on them,” Redlich said.

Sheriff Israel counters pulling this card out will likely have the opposite effect.

“I ask myself ‘why would an individual want to goad police. Why would you want that negative contact?’” Israel said. Israel’s advice to anyone considering this, “Why? If you are compelled to do, do it. It’s within your rights.

But why do it?”

While the Fair DUI card has worked thus far at checkpoints, it has yet to be challenged in the courts. It’s inevitably going to happen at some point. In the meantime, everyone we spoke with advised that if an officer orders you to lower your window–do it.

For more on this Fair DUI, head over to fairdui.com.

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Father’s Fight For Safer Pool Lights Heads To Tallahassee

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t’s been ten months since Calder Sloan was electrocuted while swimming in his family pool. You may recall his self-portrait called mister awesome traveled the world following his death. Today state legislation was filed in Mr. Awesome’s name, legislation that may prevent further tragedies from happening.

When Calder Sloan was electrocuted swimming in his family pool the world took notice. The 7-year old’s self-portrait, titled Mr. Awesome, traveled the world reminding everyone about the value of life.

Now, Mr. Awesome’s legacy is hoping to make another giant leap, to make the world a safer place.

“We really, really hope that he continues to save lives and that’ll be his legacy. In no way with all these amazing things that have happened make up for his loss. But it’s a nice little step that insures Calder didn’t die completely in vain,” said his father, Chris Sloan, after hearing the bill had been officially filed.

When Calder died CBS4 began investigating several incidents involving swimmers either shocked or killed while swimming in pools. The series of reports led both MiamiDade and Broward County to pass new laws banning high voltage pool lights. But with more than a million pools state-wide and millions more nationwide Sloan felt the need to keep going. “Our work is just getting started. It’s quite daunting and intimidating but if we just stop here than we haven’t done our jobs,” Sloan said.

For months Sloan has met behind closed doors with politicians hammering out a bill.

The legislation requires: -inspections of pool lights in all public pools every 5 years -disclosing at the sale of every home with a pool the dangers of high voltage pool lights -and limiting the voltage of all new pool lights to 15 volts Combined the measures might have saved Calder’s life.

“What we’ve discovered is there

is so many things that can go wrong in a pool that can lead to fatal injuries. And we weren’t aware of that. And had we been aware of that you damn right we would have had a pool inspected.” Sloan explained. Getting this passed may not be easy. Calder’s legacy to save lives could come down to whether politicians can lend themselves to the cause.

Sloan realizes this and is willing to do whatever it takes to get the votes needed.

“There is no guarantee that this is going to pass. We need Republican sponsorship. We need people to reach across the aisle and realize this isn’t a partisan issue. This is about saving the lives of not only the citizens, but really children,” said Chris Sloan.

Right now this bill only has Democrat sponsors in a Republican majority House and Senate. Sloan says he’s more than willing to make the case in Tallahassee. MiamiDade’s Mayor Carlos Gimenez has pledged to be there too.

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Dolphins Open Samsung Preview Center For Sun Life Stadium Renovations

by Marybel Rodriguez

he Miami Dolphins announced the creation of the Samsung business preview center in Sun Life Stadium.

The interactive venue highlights the new stadium.

“It gives them a sense of all the different seating products and how the stadium is changing. There is a lot of change and new experiences within the stadium” said Dolphins President and CEO Tom Garfinkel.

Add Dan Marino to the list of people who are very excited to see Sun Life Stadium getting it’s

much-needed makeover.

“It’s exciting to me,” said Marino. “I played in the first game of the stadium in 1987 and to see everything that’s involved and now getting a new stadium for fans of South Florida, they should be excited about it also.”

The 400 million dollar renovation is expected to be completed by 2016 but in the meantime season-ticket holders will have the opportunity to experience firsthand everything the new stadium will have to offer, from the brand-new seats to a program that gives them a 360° view of the stadium from each and every seat.

“I got to see it last week and it was kind of

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emotional with the effect of the video and seeing the stadium, what it’s going to look like while keeping the tradition of the Miami Dolphins hopefully we will continue to build on that,” said Marino.

Fans first stop is this room where they can see a video of the history of Sun Life Stadium, after which they will walk into the future.

Once fans have tried out the new seats it’s on to the viewing room to select the perfect location, with the help of a program that gives you a virtual 360° view of the stadium from each seat.

The full renovation project is scheduled to be finished in time for the 2016 NFL season.

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Snakes on the loose Wildlife officials hunt north african pythons at edge of everglades

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he hunt for an elusive python is on in west MiamiDade County, where wildlife experts said they are racing against the clock to find the Northern African python before it invades the Everglades.

About ten feet long, the Northern African Python is on the loose in West Miami-Dade.

“They were probably an escaped or released pet,” said Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) Biolo-

gist, Jenny Ketterlin Eckles.

Ketterlin Eckles showed CBS4’s MaryAnn Martinez the Northern African python next to its near relative, the Burmese python. Neither are native to Florida. That’s what makes them so dangerous.

“Similar to Burmese pythons, Northern African pythons grow to be a large size and they can pray upon our native wildlife spices,” said Eckles.

FWC believes the Northern African

python is eating ducks and rats in west Miami-Dade County. Pets could be next if the snakes start moving closer to homes.

“We have found a good number in the surrounding neighborhoods, either in the canals or natural areas next to houses,” said Eckles.

The Northern African pythons are so elusive, FWC said it can’t put a number on how many are on the loose. Only one was found last year.

Since 2001, 29 have been found.

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FWC said it is adding resources to get them and creating a new position called a python hunter. Edward Mercer was hired just to track them down.

“We believe the worst case scenario would be their population here would grow so large they would start to move out into the Everglades,” said Eckles.

The recent hunt turned up empty, but FWC said they’ll continue searching.

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Connecting Those in Need with Those Who can Help

ince 1992, following Hurricane Andrew, Neighbors 4 Neighbors has connected those in need with those who can help. Through a partnership with CBSMiami TV, we use television to tell stories of need in our community and facilitate the response from those willing to help. Over the years, we have learned that most people have a desire to help their neighbors in need, but are often unsure of how to connect, resistant to long term volunteering commitments, and don’t always want to be part of an organized volunteer effort.

We believe that everyone has a

talent to share, and we want to match that talent with someone who needs it. As the web and social media began to expand our reach, we developed HelpingFeelsGood.org, a website that uses technology to make human connections. Our website captures the skills and talents of everyday people, and matches them with the client of a non-profit whose life will be enriched through their donation of service. It may be teaching a musical instrument or altering a prom dress. Life coaching a widow or installing a ceiling fan.

The power and impact of Helping Feels Good.org is seen in every match.

From individuals to companies like

Coastal Construction that just completed a major home rehab for a needy family, lives are being changed forever.

Nicole, the first homeowner in her family, was unable to repair her home due to lack of income after a severe back injury left her disabled and on limited income. The roof was in such disrepair it was literally raining in her living room. Coast Construction’s charitable arm CoastalCares heard of the families need and not only fixed the roof, the damaged walls and ceilings in side, along with Biscayne Roofing and rallied other vendor partners, to help as well.

The team of volunteers came together, painted her home, fixed the fence,

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added nice new landscaping and even did some electrical work making this house a home again. Nicole, admitted that her home, that was such a blessing for so long, became a burden.

She is humbled by the gifts of time and talent from these selfless volunteers that she now considers friends.

That’s what Helping Feels Good.org is all about, making those connections, big and small that change lives. The name says it all, Helping Does Feel Good. Register today to find a project near you. You can also make a donation to support projects when you can’t be there in person.

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ome counselors treating patients with issues such as stress, anxiety and depression, are turning to cooking classes to help them cope with mental health problems.

The cooking classes can help patients not only feed their body—but nourish the mind simultaneously.

Cathy Ramirez is finding comfort in cooking after three strokes sent her into a major depression. She takes classes where creating a meal, and enjoying it with her classmates, is helping soothe her stress.

“It makes you feel good inside to accomplish something,” said Ramirez.

‘Feeling accomplished’ is exactly the goal: building self-esteem and curbing negative thinking by focusing the mind on making a meal. But sometimes, whether knowingly or not, making a meal is not the only thing they are doing.

“Learning a skill and getting a sense of competence, competence motivation we call it in psychology, or another term is self-efficacy, the feeling that you can do something and do it well, is enormously important,” said Frank Farley, former President of the American Psychological Association.

Culinary therapy is being offered alongside traditional therapy at a growing number of healthcare facilities from coast to coast, helping patients from their teens to their senior years. It can help with many mental wellness issues, according to experts.

“One of the facets of depression is the loss

of interest in everyday things. Apathy, so here you’re trying to get them involved in something that’s intrinsically interesting,” said Farley.

Helen Tafoya oversees cooking classes at a rehabilitation center.

“What we find in recovery is success builds on success, so if somebody has success in making a simple gravy, and you can get them to make a more complicated macaroni and cheese, or some enchilada casserole, or something like that, they’re building a success upon a success. It increases self-esteem,” Tafoya said.

Tafoya has seen that cooking can offer a great distraction, allowing people to open up in ways they otherwise wouldn’t.

“Someone might be making a gravy, making a casserole, chopping vegetables, and as soon as their hands get busy, and they start getting involved in the food preparation, something might come up, a memory, or an experience and they start talking about that, and someone else says a similar thing happened to me and before you know it, people who are pretty shut down in traditional therapy sessions are really talking fairly openly about things that are very important to them,” Tafoya said.

The various components combine—much like ingredients—to create the perfect recipe.

Ramirez said her cooking class feeds her mind, body and soul.

“It’s a place of comfort,” Ramirez said.

With the cooking classes there is concern about weight gain. If cooking is used to treat mental health, it’s stressed that the lessons involve healthy options as well as portion control.

Culinary therapy is being offered alongside traditional therapy at a growing number of healthcare facilities from coast to coast, helping patients from their teens to their senior years.

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Dried Meat Snacks Going Healthy ealthy may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of dried meat snacks – like beef jerky.

However, a growing number of brands are setting out to change that, transforming a road trip indulgence into a cleaner, upscale treat.

Blogger Toni Sicola likes to snack on foods which are hunger busting and healthy.

“I tend to stay away from the foods that have lots and lots of ingredients that you can’t pronounce,” said Sicola.

Her go to snack is a convenience store classic that has undergone a modern day makeover – jerky.

“It’s not super dry and leathery. It’s a lot easier to chew,” said Sicola.

Dried meat is now considered one of America’s hottest gourmet snacks. Sales topped $2.5 billion, up nearly 12-percent, within the last

year.

The latest brands to hit the market claim their products are minimally processed, nitrate free and crafted from all-natural ingredients. Supermarket guru Phil Lempert said it’s no surprise dried meat is the fastest growing U.S. snack category.

“It’s satisfying, number one. It’s exciting, number two. And probably most important, it’s all about protein,” said Lempert.

Americans are hungry for grab and go, high-protein snacks. Not only is jerky protein rich, typically 7 to 14 grams per serving, gourmet brands are shaking things up with funky flavor combinations – think meat based bars mixed with fruit and there’s even jerky trail mix.

“It’s really introducing a lot of people, especially the millennial generation, both men and women, to all kinds of new tastes,” said Lempert.

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“One of my favorite flavors of gourmet jerky is a black cherry barbecue pork one,” said Sicola.

Registered dietician Dawn Jackson-Blatner said even though today’s dried meat is considered a leaner, cleaner, snack, it’s still important to read labels. Make sure you recognize the ingredients and focus on the “Percent Daily Value” for sodium and saturated fat.

“You want those things to be low, and really that means it’s about 5%, or for sure under 20%, when you’re looking at the label,” said Jackson-Blatner.

Most healthy Americans don’t need to beef up their protein intake, so as with anything, Jackson-Blatner recommends eating meat treats in moderation.

“A great way to do that is like once a day paired with a fruit or a vegetable. That way you’re sort of getting this balanced nutrition at your snack time,” she said.

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Study: hand washing dishes may reduce risk of allergy development

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inner is finished and the plates are loaded into the sink—whether you proceed to hand wash or place them in the dishwasher could make a difference in whether or not children develop allergies.

A questionnaire-based study of 1,029 Swedish children, between the ages of 7 and 8, found an association between allergy development and common lifestyle factors—such as

hand washing your dishes versus placing them in the dishwasher.

The results found that hand washing dishes was associated with a reduced risk of children developing allergic diseases; like asthma and eczema. Also, risks are further reduced if children ate fermented food and bought food directly from farms, according to the study.

The study, which was published in the March 2015 issue of Pediatrics, speculates that a less-efficient dishwashing

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method, hand washing for example, may induce tolerance because of an increased microbial exposure.

The study notes that it is known that microbial exposure during early life may prevent, or reduce, the risk of allergy development—a hypothesis known as the hygiene hypothesis. The epidemiologic study explores daily-life exposure patterns to test if the patterns are associated with less allergy development in children.

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‘New Approach’ Shifts Focus From Elimination To Looking At Diet As A Whole

By Marlena Rodriguez

or the past 10 years, growing concerns over childhood obesity has paved the way for more nutritious, healthier foods offered to kids at school.

But now the American Academy of Pediatrics wants healthy foods to go beyond cafeteria walls, urging caregivers to focus on the nutritional quality of the foods packed and brought to school.

It seems while school lunches have

improved, food brought by some of the students are still low in nutrition—and high in calories, according to a new policy statement by the AAP. Also, instead of obsessing over what not to eat, the AAP is advising parents to take a different approach, and consider kids’ nutrition as a whole.

Positive emphasis on nutritional value, variety, portion control and attempting to slowly improve quality of food is likely a more effective approach for improving the foods kids consume.

The AAP adds that restricting foods can backfire, actually making things– like sweets–become more attractive to children.

“Instead of thinking about what needs to be eliminated from our diet, we need to think about what to incorporate into our diet,” said Mark R. Corkins, M.D., FAAP, a member of the AAP Committee on Nutrition.

Robert Murray, M.D., FAA​​​P, lead author of the policy statement, said that using “sugar, fat and sodium

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strategically” can help boost nutrition in kids’ meals.

“Children, like adults, often want their own preferred flavors and textures during meals and snacks,” Dr. Murray said. “It’s no secret that brown sugar on oatmeal, or salad dressing with cut vegetables, can make these healthy foods more pal​atable to children, and increase their consumption. This is not a license to give kids anything they want; we just need to use sugar, fat and sodium strategically.”

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The right pricing strategy plays a big part in scoring the best offer on your home.

Priced to Sell:

A Game Plan for Setting Your Listing Price

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etting a home’s list price is easier said than done. A good real estate agent will recommend a price range, but never assign an exact price — that’s ultimately

for the seller to decide.

Although sellers aren’t required to price accord-

ing to inventory levels or the market condition, it’s smart to discuss these matters with your agent early and often to make an informed decision.

Here are some considerations to keep in mind when choosing your listing price.

Discuss price reductions before listing

If you aren’t highly motivated to unload your home, time is on your side. Absent recent or obvious comparable sales, the market value of your home could fall within a broader range. If you want to give it a shot at the top of the range, go for it. Then monitor buyer traffic to see how the market responds.

If you try the higher end of your home’s price range, agree with your agent early on that you will

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drop the price after a set amount of time.

You can then use that price reduction as a marketing tool to get more people in the door. At least you will know that the higher price strategy did not work.

Pricing low doesn’t guarantee multiple offers

When homeowners hear about other sellers who received multiple offers or sold their homes for over the asking price, they assume it can happen to them, too. But just because your neighbor received three offers within two weeks does not mean you will.

The homes that receive multiple offers are sometimes purposely priced low to get that activity. These home are generally in a good location and in their best showing condition. And for all you know, the seller of the low-priced home with multiple offers was in a rush to sell and left money on the table.

If you price your home low, be prepared to take that price. While it’s not unheard of, raising your list price several weeks into the listing will surely turn off potential buyers.

Many agents look for a quick sale

Well-intentioned agents don’t want to watch your home sit on the market. They understand that homes that go weeks or months with few showings will ultimately sell for less than if they had been priced correctly right out of the gate.

Sometimes it becomes a battle — one you need to avoid. If your agent pushes for a lower number but still agrees to take the listing at your higher price, you may want

to reconsider working with that agent. He or she represents your interests in the marketplace, both to other agents and the buyers they encounter. An agent who doesn’t get their way on pricing may end up sabotaging your sale. A good agent will agree to support your higher price strategy, but have a price discussion after some time on the market.

Determining the real market value

The true market value of a home is what an able and willing buyer and seller agree to in an arms-length transaction. But you won’t know that until the end of the process.

If the home sells within a few days of listing, chances are you listed too low. If months go by without any action, you hit the high mark. A home that is priced right will get some steady action. If you receive second or third showings from multiple buyers over the course of a few weeks, you’ve likely hit the mark with pricing.

Once you have an accepted offer or a signed contract, prepare for more negotiations after inspection. If buyers feel they are paying a lot, they will come back and ask for credits or fixes. A true sign of a well-priced home is one where the seller and buyer negotiate up until the eleventh hour.

If you plan to sell your home, talk about pricing with your agent early on, and continue the discussion as you get closer to listing. Check out listings online, go to open houses, and vet the competition weeks before listing.

If you and your agent are on the same page about the pricing and marketing strategy, your home’s ultimate price shouldn’t come as a surprise.

A true sign of a well-priced home is one where the seller and buyer negotiate up until the eleventh hour.

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C o n t e n t s p o n s o r e d & p r o v i d e d b y A G M TITLE SERVI C ES

Real Estate Buyer:

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As the real estate market continues to skyrocket so do the number of properties sold with undetectable liens. Are you protected?

losing, which is the actual transfer of the deed from the buyer to the seller, can be a stressful time in your real estate deal if you haven’t taken the necessary steps to prepare yourself. There are horror stories of buyers purchasing a new home only to find out a few months later the seller wrongfully obtained it, causing pain and anguish for both parties.

“Our firm was recently retained by a client in Coral Gables who had been evicted from a home, appraised for over $650,000, because the title company was negligent and missed a lien imposed 4 years earlier” said Alfredo Garcia-Menocal, ESQ. of AGM Title Services.

How can you avoid scenarios like this? The most important step to ensure a thorough and fluid closing process is to hire a reputable title company - preferably an attorney based firm.

An attorney based title company will

research the deed, looking for proof of ownership each time the title was bought and sold, thereby ensuring that the property is the seller’s rightful property. In addition, an experienced firm can provide legal guidance as to any existing or potential pitfalls with respect to your property.

“Blindly trusting the recommendation of third parties is the biggest mistake buyers make” says Garcia-Menocal.

Unfortunate examples of what can happen with mistakes in deed transfers have been in the news recently, involving cases of wrongful foreclosure procedures initiated

by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac due to a variety of reasons including negligence and irresponsible business operations.

The problem now is that the former owners rightfully still own these foreclosed homes that were bought by innocent buyers.

This puts the buyers in an unfair situation, and can force them to return the property back to the previous owners. Hiring a

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reputable title company can help you to avoid being caught in a situation like this.

You may be wondering how much more is an attorney based Title Company going to cost me? Not as much as you think.

“Not only do we offer a thorough and complete service at a reasonable rate, many times our rates are more affordable than a non attorney based firm.” GarciaMenocal adds.

The last thing to remember with title companies is to make sure you provide adequate time for them to complete their work. You don’t want to rush everything at the last minute, because that is when mistakes happen. If you find yourself in a rushed situation, you may have to reschedule the closing. Although that will irritate some, it is better than overlooking important information. Research good title companies and give them enough time to do their job, and you should be safe and secure in closing.

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ocated in the heart of Plantation! Very spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home positioned on a corner lot complete with a beautiful pool and backyard! Updated kitchen w/granite countertops and S/S appliances, breakfast area, formal living and dining areas, large family room, updated laundry room and washer/dryer, updated guest bath, cabana master bath step-down shower with garden atrium, master walk-in closet with built-ins, all impact windows and doors, a/c approx. 5 Yrs new, roof 10 yrs, garage door 1 yr new, new pool diamond brite may 2014, extended screened patio for entertaining!

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mmaulate 5br home with 4 full baths & 3 car garage! Not a single detail missed in this newly constructed home built in 2010. Features include marble floors, impact glass windows, plantation shutters, two master suites, formal dr, living rm & large family room. Large open kitchen offers 42� cabinets, granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Spacious master suite with walk-in closets & luxurious marble bathroom. Total privacy from this oversized tropically landscaped lot with pool & water views.

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arge Hollywood Lakes property 90’ x 233’ approximately a half acre. Remarkable property on deep water with ocean access and no fixed bridges. Northern exposure, one story home ideal for major renovation or perfect property to build your custom waterfront estate. Home features 5br/5ba, formal dining, formal living room, screened spacious terrace, huge backyard, gazebo, and more. Beautiful open bay views. One lot over from point lot.

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agnificent Estate Home in Bay Colony. Completely Remodeled! Whole House Generator, New Impact Windows & Doors. 4 New AC Units. Custom Lighting, Onyx, Marble & Limestone Bathrooms. New Wood Floors in Bedrooms. 36x36” Marble Flooring Through-Out. Beautiful Ceiling Details.

36” Sub-Zero Refrigerator & 36” Freezer, Wolf Gas Stove, Double Ovens & Miele Dishwasher. Wine Refrigerator & Ice Maker. Master Bath Kohler DTV System with 11 Full Body Spray Heads and a Large Rain Shower. Santac & Toto.

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To-Do List How to Maintain Resolutions for Your Home Making a list of your home improvement goals for 2015 was easy, but can you keep up with your plans?

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s a home ever fully complete? Many say no — the number of projects designed to improve the home are infinite. As interior design trends come and go, you may feel pressured to frequently update spaces.

Similarly, the internal operations of a home require regular maintenance and replacement to function properly.

Both aesthetics and framework are important to consider, especially when it comes time to sell.

To best fulfill your home improvement concepts this year, plan in three parts.

Categorize your projects

Part of sticking with the plan involves separating individual projects by type, and then targeting appropriately.

“Define home improvements into two basic categories,” recommends Dean Seibert of InSoFast. “The first would be “aesthetic improvements” like paint, wallpaper, new carpets and

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other visual updates. These updates are easier to do and can be quickly tackled by most handy homeowners. Then there are the more difficult “home improvements” which are less glamorous, kind of boring, but generally important.”

Some homeowners prioritize the internal aspects of their home. This can be somewhat unsatisfying since most structural renovations aren’t visible. However, ensuring electric, heat, plumbing and foundation are all sound is just as imperative, for the current homeowners and future residents alike.

“At InSoFast we develop insulation which is perhaps on the boring side of the spectrum, but certainly important. You can always update a room’s paint color or rearrange the furniture but improving your home’s performance adds long-term real value,” Seibert says.

Design realistically

You’re more likely to be pleased with upgrades by setting attainable plans initially. Unrealistic expectations may ultimately lead to failure. Interior design and home improvement aren’t all-encompassing — many aesthetic and structural choices are contingent upon budgets, previous experience in remodeling and residents’ daily routines.

“We can all get caught up in the world of Pinterest and beautiful blogs, but when we take a step back, we have to think about what is really ‘us,’”states Sarah Tucker of Tucker Up. “Also, don’t think that everything has to get done at once. We are planning to do our floors first because they are the most worn out. Once the floors are done we can reevaluate our budget and see if we are in a place to start on the countertops. Setting realistic goals is something that is hard to do

because we are a society that wants everything now, but when you finally realize that your old laminate counters work just fine, and brass door knobs aren’t hurting anyone, you start to take a step back and realize what you really want in a home,” Tucker said.

Don’t stress over deadlines

Project delays don’t always turn out negative.

Sometimes, putting off home improvements gives you more time to consider your individual style, preferred layout and your overall vision for a space.

“We’ve been wanting to spruce up the house’s exterior since we moved in 9 years ago,” says Meredith Wouters of The Palette Muse. “Every year, that’s been one of our goals and it just keeps rolling over to the next year. But with two small children and a home business, the home’s interior kept taking priority. Bedrooms, living rooms and kitchen are all necessities for a family. But now I think we’ve gotten most of our inside spaces worked out, and this is the year to get outside! The good thing about putting it off so long is we have a better idea now of what we want than we did right after we moved in.

It’s helpful to live in a place for a little while and see how it functions before ripping it all apart.”

You may be well aware of what your home needs – a larger kitchen island for the kids to do their homework, high-quality insulation to block out the winter chill or new hardwoods to add elegant flair indoors.

Even with goals in mind, completing projects, via professional contractors, designers or do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, on a strict schedule is difficult. But implementing a strategic plan of attack alleviates the pressure. With a clear strategy, you’re likely to put your efforts toward areas of importance — without running out of time.

You’re more likely to be pleased with upgrades by setting attainable plans initially.

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Paint is the easiest and most affordable way to dramatically change the look of a room. We’ll give you tips and tricks to make an impact in your space.

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Sample Sizes

Colors in the store often look different at home because of the changes in light. Rather than running the risk of getting a gallon of paint that you don’t like, try a few sample pots. Samples are an inexpensive way of ensuring you’re making a good choice. Purchase three or four colors that you like. Paint a 1-foot by 1-foot square in each color on your wall. Over several days, watch the colors at different times of day, comparing natural sunlight vs. artificial (fluorescent and incandescent) lighting at night. You’ll often find the color that you were convinced was the perfect one in the store won’t be the one you end up selecting.

Don’t Forget the Ceiling

The ceiling is often overlooked, and the idea of painting it can be intimidating. A general rule of thumb is to paint the ceiling three shades lighter than the walls. It will make the walls feel higher. If you’re trying to create a cozy environment, paint the ceiling a darker color.

Saturation Point

If you’re choosing more than one color for a room, try to stay in the same hue, which will make the palette seemed more unified. An easy way to do this is to look at a paint chip with three or four shades of the similar color and work from this palette.

A Pop of Color

If you are painting the walls a light neutral color or a pastel, use ultra-white paint for your trim work and moulding to make the wall color stand out.

Color Clarity

The color wheel has thousands of colors to choose from, making the selection process daunting for even the most confident of painters. Here are some general guidelines to follow: Paint is generally divided into two groups: bolds and neutrals. Neutrals include pastels, beiges, grays and whites. Bold colors include

vibrant reds, greens, pinks, blues, greens and purples.

Neutrals are generally considered to be a safer choice because they blend with many different décor styles. If you want to change your décor later on, you can often keep the same color.

Love peacock blue or fuchsia, but nervous to paint an entire room of it? Try painting one accent wall or a small space like a hallway or a powder room.

Light colors can make a small space seem larger. Using a dark paint can help light-colored objects stand out. Repeating a color through several rooms creates a sense of harmony.

environment, consider blue. Like green, it’s a calming color and is also good for bedrooms.

Brighter blues increase productivity -- good for an office.

Purple: This is a color that has long been associated with royalty and wealth. Use it in living or dining rooms to pack a luxurious punch. It’s also thought that it stimulates creativity.

Brown: Brown is a cozy color and great for living areas where people gather.

White: White really helps to brighten up a space and creates a sense of cleanliness.

The Finish Cheat Sheet

Studies have shown that room color can affect moods and emotions. Some can create an overall sense of calm, while others are more high energy. Find out the colors that work best in each area of your home.

So you’re standing at the paint counter with the perfect color in hand and the store associate asks you what finish you want. You stare at him blankly, having no idea what’s best. Here’s a cheat sheet to help you confidently make your selection:

Red: Restaurants often use this color because it’s known to increase appetite and conversation. It’s a high-energy color so it works best in areas that you socialize in such as living or dining rooms.

Avoid red in the bedroom.

Flat: This finish is typically used on ceilings, bedrooms and living rooms. It’s also good to use on walls that have a lot of imperfections. Flat finishes are easy to touch up, but hard to clean so avoid using them in kitchens and bathrooms.

Orange: This color evokes power and is highly energizing. It’s also known to increase appetite, so consider it for a kitchen or dining room. A little goes a long way -- use orange in moderation.

Eggshell: This finish has a low sheen and it’s ideal in bedrooms or living rooms. Eggshell marks easily so avoid high-traffic areas like hallways or mudrooms. It’s easy to touch up.

An Emotional Response

Yellow: Soft yellows are associated with happiness and warmth, but bright ones can increase frustration and anger. You might want to avoid this color in a nursery because babies have been known to cry more often. You can use it in the kitchen because yellow is also an energizing color.

Green: Green is a calming, refreshing color and reminds us of nature. Use this color in rooms where you want to relax, such as bedrooms.

Blue: If you’re trying to create a serene, spa-like

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Satin: It has a silky finish and you can scrub it, so it’s good for areas like kitchens, hallways, bathrooms, children’s rooms and family rooms.

Touch-ups are more difficult with satin because of the sheen.

Semi-gloss: This finish is resistant to humidity so it’s good for kitchens and bathrooms. It’s also good for moulding and woodwork. Semi-gloss is easy to clean, but difficult to touch up.

Gloss: This finish will show every imperfection so it’s not really used on walls. Consider gloss for woodwork and moulding. Gloss is easy to clean, but difficult to touch up.

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Microwave Buying Guide

Convenience features on traditional and convection microwaves open your kitchen to an array of mealtime possibilities. Some even offer enough flexibility to prepare an entire meal as effortlessly as a bag of popcorn.

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Microwave Options & Styles Traditional: This microwave opens with a swinging door and inserts between cabinetry or along / next to walls with an additional trim kit.

Built-in: A true built-in microwave becomes part of the cabinetry and usually features a drop-down door, similar to a conventional oven.

Drawer style: Exactly as the name suggests, this microwave slides out and installs below a countertop or wall oven. The height of this microwave may be a safer, more convenient option for all members of the family.

Over-the-Range: Combining a microwave and range hood, this do-it-all appliance is an excellent choice for saving space and maximizing function.

Countertop: Countertop microwaves are available in a variety of sizes and offer the same cooking power as installed units. The downside is that they take up valuable counter space and have no outdoor ventilation system. Some countertop microwaves come with trim kits that make it possible to build them into surrounding cabinetry or attach them to a nearby wall.

Microwave Features

oven, while other shortcuts include defrost and reheat options. Perhaps the most intriguing shortcut softens and melts, making it perfect for ice cream and chocolate.

Non-Stick Interior: Interior coatings make cleanup easy. Simply wipe plastic interiors with a damp cloth. Stainless-steel interiors also wipe clean and won’t absorb odors.

Enhanced Ventilation: Installed microwaves offer the option of venting or non-venting, depending on personal preference and placement. A vented hood sends exhaust outdoors, while nonvented circulates the air indoors through a carbon filter. Venting power is indicated as CFM, or cubic feet per minute. When buying, remember - the higher the number, the greater the airflow.

True Power Reduction: Some microwaves allow for actual power reduction rather than cycling between full power and no power during a cook session. The result is even cooking and true defrosting without cooked or burnt edges.

Turntables, Trays and Removable Racks: These organize your cooking space to warm more at once.

Tips to Remember

Wattage: Watts represent the power of your new microwave. This impacts how quickly and evenly food cooks - the higher the wattage, the faster the cooking.

Convection: Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate hot air on all sides of the dish, creating delightful, evenly cooked dishes. It even offers a browning option to simulate the same cooking as a broiler.

Before you buy, consider: 1. The size of your cookware. Whether you’re preparing soups or rewarming a casserole, make sure your new microwave will accommodate your warming dishes for stress-free mealtimes.

2. Available kitchen space. If you’re buying an over-the-range microwave or a countertop unit, consider how much clearance is needed to allow for the right amount of space.

Sensors: Sensors adjust time and temperature as needed and automatically shut off power to prevent overcooking. Sensors measure emitted steam to determine when food is at an optimum temperature.

Common Task Buttons: Shortcut keys help you choose the right time and temperature via preset cycles for popular foods and drinks, like popcorn, pizza and hot beverages. Some shortcuts allow you to add time to the cycle without stopping the

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Don’t have a fit about home workout space. It’s easy to shape up a spare room.

Home Gym makeover Health Haven Transform a spare bedroom into a mini gym with stylish products and simple projects, such as wall mirrors and closet-caliber storage. Add a Roman shade to let in light and provide privacy.

Organizational Muscle Organizers work fine without a closet. A wall-

mount TV plays workout videos, streams online exercise classes, and eases treadmill tedium.

Tower of Strength Keep your most-used gear close at hand with hanging ventilated wood storage components. They’re lightweight and easy to install on a wall. Adjust the shelf height to fit your equipment.

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Muscular Arm Follow along with workout videos or watch shows from the treadmill by hanging a TV on the wall. A swing-arm mount allows viewing from anywhere in the room.

Weight Management Do storage cross-training by putting another closet-style feature to work -- a shelf unit that organizes hand weights and kettlebells. To prevent injury or damage, avoid overloading the shelves and secure the unit to the wall with L brackets and screws.

Cool-Down Cabinet You’ll look forward to working out in a space that’s colorful, comfortable, and organized.

Keep water and sports drinks in a space-saving refrigerator.

Floor Exercises Flooring for workouts must be durable while cushioning feet and knees. A good choice is cork flooring , which is tough yet naturally resilient. Carpet tiles are another option. They’re economical, easy to install, and soft underfoot.

Running Board Cork tiles form a bulletin board you can make to hold your training calendar, race info, medals, and photos.

Strength Storage Don’t let resistance bands, jump ropes, and other cords get tangled up on the floor. Hang them neatly on the pegs of a wood garment hook. Mount it vertically if wall space is at a premium.

Pull-Up Publications Want to try an exercise you read about in a fitness magazine? Install two satin-nickel bar cabinet pulls on the side of a cabinet and use them as racks for magazines. If there’s a page you refer to frequently, hang the issue so it’s already open to that spot.

Second Wind Circulate air in your workout space with a brushed-nickel ceiling fan. You can change the blade rotation direction in winter to push warm air down. Be sure the fan won’t interfere with use of exercise equipment, especially a treadmill.

Words to Reflect On Whatever your fitness mantra, spell it out on the wall in painted words with help from our instructions and free downloadable stencils.

Energize the Space with Color Energize your workout space with bold colors.

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Enjoy heavenly outdoor meals by creating a destination dining space that glows at night and delights by day.

Alfresco Ambience Anchor your outdoor dining area with a powerful gas grill, a stylish glasstop table, and a set of comfortable chairs in natural shades. Add bursts of brighter color and pattern with pillows, and use string lights to convey the romantic look of a European sidewalk cafe.

Privacy Panels Create seclusion in style with handsome DIY screens built from wood and finished to resist the elements.

Make one 7-foot x 4-foot 6-inch panel or several as needed to fit your space.

Sleek Torches Try a modern take on tiki lights -- and help keep pesky bugs away -- with sleek citronella torches. The 6-foottalllights have a stainless-steel finish and refillable citronella oil canisters.

Bathed in Light Here’s a double-duty idea for your dining area. Build a birdbath out of terra-cotta pots, saucers, and adhesive. Then add ceramic candleholders to create a striking light display.

Natural Decor Position your outdoor dining area to

take advantage of existing landscaping. Trees and shrubs provide shade and privacy for meals, while annuals and perennials add pleasing colors and textures. This shady patio is an ideal setting for outdoor dining. The tans and browns in the furniture blend well with the woodsy and leafy surroundings, while containers of Japanese maple, coleus, and hydrangea supply rich colors.

Tabletop Tray Create a conversation-starting centerpiece for your outdoor dining table.

Build a wooden tray, then add sand and plants in containers.

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Table for Two For quiet times when it’s just two of you, include a more intimate seating area.

Cart Transplant Repurpose a potting bench as a food prep/beverage cart. The bench is both mobile and weather-resistant.

Stash glasses and table linens on the shelves, keep utensils in the drawers, and use the steel top to prep appetizers and pour beverages For an alternative look, you can also build your own serving cart.

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Starting plants from seed is an easy way to grow flowers and vegetables on the cheap.

For the cost of a seed packet, enjoy oodles of flowers and vegetables.

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tarting plants from seed is an easy way to grow flowers and vegetables on the cheap. For the cost of a seed packet (a couple bucks), you can enjoy oodles of flowers and vegetables. Plus, you get to experiment with unusual plants that aren’t commonly sold in containers or cell packs.

A bonus to those raising or mentoring kids: Starting seeds is a great activity for children.

Witnessing the transformation from seed to plant helps young minds understand the growth cycle—and they may even be excited about eating the vegetables they’ve grown.

Here’s what you need to get started: A container: You can use a seed-starting flat, peat pots, discarded cell packs, or old containers such as yogurt cups and egg cartoons.

Seed starting mix: A special mix that provides the right medium for seeds to set root.

You can buy a prepackaged mix or make your

own with equal parts peat moss, vermiculite, and perlite.

Light: Use grow lights or set your seed trays in a sunny window. Grow lights need to be placed within 8–10 inches of plants for photosynthesis.

1. If you’re reusing old cell packs, scrub them with soap and water, rinse, dry, and then spray with a 10-percent bleach solution to kill any pathogens.

2. Once the cell pack has dried, fill it with the seed-starting mix and tamp gently to remove air pockets.

3. Sow seed following packet directions.

Large seeds, such as beans and peas, are easily placed by hand. For tiny seeds, such as lettuce, you may wish to use a folded piece of paper and a toothpick to help distribute seed more easily.

4. Irrigate with lukewarm water. Use a wa-

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tering can with a gentle flow so you don’t wash the seeds out of the soil. Keep the soil moist, not wet.

5. Set near a light source. You can use grow lights or a south-facing window. Be sure the area is warm. Seeds germinate best in temperatures that range from 70 to 85 degrees. Seeds will germinate in two days to a week, depending on species.

Transplanting: Seedlings can be transplanted to larger containers or directly to the garden when danger of frost has passed.

It’s best not to transplant seedlings until they have developed at least one set of true leaves in addition to the tender growth that originally emerged from the seed.

Sharing: Seed starting is so easy. And it’s a costeffective way to grow all the plants you want. In fact, you may end up with MORE plants than you want. In that case, simply share them with friends and family. You’ll be an instant hero!

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Area Rug Buying Guide Area rugs are versatile. They can create cozy conversation areas, allow you to embrace a bold print or provide a neutral anchor to a room. With all the styles and colors available, choosing an area rug that integrates with your decor isn’t hard if you consider the following factors.

Size - Measure the space where your rug will be. This will help you avoid buying a rug that’s too big or too small. Most rugs come in multiple sizes, but it’s no use falling in love with a rug only to find out it doesn’t come in the size you need.

Color - Select a rug with colors that coordinate with your decor. The colors in the rug don’t have to match the colors in the room, but at least one color should coordinate.

Take swatches of paint or upholstery fabric with you when you shop. Remember that lighter-colored rugs make a room seem more spacious. Darker colors in the rug bring a cozy atmosphere to a room.

Pattern - Take into account patterns on the furniture and walls in the room, so they don’t compete with the rug. If you have furniture or wallpaper with an ornate pattern, choose a subtler pattern for the area rug. If the walls and upholstery are fairly subdued, you can try a busier pattern to add more interest to the room.

Design - Choose a rug with a central medallion if you want it to serve as the focal point of the room. However, if there’s another obvious central point, such as a fireplace, use a rug with a more repetitive pattern and no medallion.

Texture - Keep in mind that texture is also an important element in your decor. Several different fibers within a rug or carved areas can add more pizzazz to an area rug’s texture. Rugs made of sisal or jute can add an interesting texture to smooth hardwood or tile floors.

Shape - Don’t feel limited to rectangles.

Octagonal or circular rugs add a unique touch to a room, and runners are great for hallways and other narrow and/or high traffic areas.

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rug with a detailed pattern may be more practical. The more pattern, the lower the maintenance.

Here are some tips to coordinate multiple rugs in the same room: • Use rugs of different patterns within the same room as long as the colors coordinate.

• Select rugs of different sizes to create more interest and contrast. Using two rugs of the same size may divide the room in half.

• Incorporate rugs of different sizes that are designed to coordinate with each other.

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From primping to pampering, you spend a lot of time in the bathroom.

Check out these illuminating ideas to help you choose the best lighting for your bathroom.

Maximize Lighting in Your Bathroom Layer Light for Impact

Mix multiple light sources to create a balanced lighting plan. Windows let in natural light, while recessed ceiling lights provide overall brightness. A four-bulb vanity light and recessed lights near the sink and shower provide the right amount of illumination.

Triple-Light Score

Vanity lights place light where you need it most and can work alone if necessary. A three-bulb light fixture offers task lighting in front of the mirror, while translucent white shades produce ambient lighting for the rest of the bathroom.

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There is such a thing as too much light,

especially when dealing with vanity lights. In a bathroom with a lot of natural light, choose a three-light fixture that illuminates the mirror but doesn’t create a spotlight.

Lighting on a String

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variety of colors, shapes, and styles to fit any bathroom’s decorating style.

Awash in Light

Use recessed ceiling lights throughout the room for ambient light. Vanity lights above the sink provide task lighting. A dimmer switch will help you keep lights bright when using the sink but soft when taking a relaxing soak in the bathtub.

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The goal is to share my experience with the world. I want them to feel the vertigo and that heat racing feel.”

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local daredevil is taking viewers to extreme heights.

It’s called urban exploring and it involves things like climbing to the top of structures or checking out abandoned buildings.

A network of people do this and post their videos online.

One man in South Florida with a thirst for adventure spoke with CBS4’s Cynthia Demos on the condition of anonymity.

His YouTube account goes by the name “Daredevil Magic Insane.”

The magic is for the Magic City.

When most of us are happy with our feet on the ground, he takes us only where our imagination might go like climbing to the top of a crane.

Watching the video of him scaling a crane at the new Brickell City Center under construction may give you anxiety and that’s the point.

DDMagic said, “the goal is to share my experience with the world. I want them to feel the vertigo and that heart racing feel.”

The pay off after the adventure? The view of the magic city.

He said, “take out my camera and take a sweeping panoramic shot.”

One of his favorite climbs was ‘The Hurricane’ which is an old shutdown wooden roller coaster in Dania Beach.

He said, “yeah that roller coaster was a little rickety. Definitely splinters, lots of splinters.”

He’s been recording his adventures for only a month but exploring for a couple of years.

He said, “There were pictures online awhile back and it was amazing, a place abandoned for ten years frozen in time.”

He wonders in some spots who was there before he was. He says it’s a journey but not a legal one. He’s trespassing and breaking the law in many ways.

He said, “That’s why I hope no one sees me when I’m doing these things.”

He’s more worried about getting caught than getting hurt but says it’s worth the risk.

He says, “I like to explore things. My curiosity gets the best of me sometimes.”

Law enforcement officials said if he or anyone is caught, they will be arrested.

Still this group of urban explorers seems to be growing.

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One-On-One With Dolphin Owner

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orth an estimated $6 billion by Forbes magazine, Stephen Ross has grown accustomed to success.

He built his real estate and development empire with a $10,000 loan from his mother and has helped transform the skylines of cities across the country, including New York and Miami.

But since buying the Miami Dolphins six years ago, Ross had enjoyed little success. The Dolphins have failed to make the playoffs in all that time and the best they finished in any season was a middling 8 and 8.

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expected when he purchased 95 percent of the team for $1.1 billion. He assumed the skills he possessed to be a success in business would translate easily onto the gridiron.

“I want to build that consistent winner,” he told CBS4 News in a rare one-on-one interview. “I believe I will.

But the challenge is great. It’s much greater than I thought when I bought the team, I can tell you that. It’s a lot easier to succeed in business than it is having a winning football team on a consistent basis.”

Ross acknowledged there is no manual on how to be an NFL owner.

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“It’s on the job learning and no matter how successful you are in life it doesn’t really set you up to run a National Football team,” he said.

“Because when you look at it, the way it’s set up every team should go 8 and 8. So how do you get that competitive edge? You know in business you can just hire who you want to hire. You can pay them more money and you can get them. But you can’t do that in the National Football League.”

Ross’s first year as owner was particularly rocky. He tried to make a big splash early, by making celebrities, such as Venus and Serena Williams

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He tried to recreate South Beach with a new night club at the stadium, rolled out an orange carpet, and even blinged out the Dolphin fight song by commissioning rapper T-Pain sing it.

Ross, 74, was criticized for seeming to care more about the entertainment side of the business rather than concentrating on putting a winning team together. It’s a criticism he bristles against.

“Well certainly what’s on the field to me was always important,” Ross said. “But at the same time I think fans, when they come to the stadium, they want to have a great experience.

Football is still entertainment. But when I first started everybody kept saying [celebrity owners and night clubs] is what I was all about, which is about as far from the truth as possible.

I mean I bought the team to win, not to be involved in show business or the celebrities. I think sports writers don’t really see the big picture.”

Ross, however, said he refuses to adopt a win at all cost mentality.

Asked if he would be willing to acquire Ray Rice, who was caught on video assaulting his fiancé, if he thought it would mean a winning season for the Dolphins, Ross shook his head.

“I don’t think so,” he said. “I think it would send a wrong message as to what the Miami Dolphins are all about.

I believe in winning but I don’t believe in winning at any cost and I think you want to show yourself as being a high character team that the community is proud of. And I think that it’s not worth the controversy it would bring.”

Ross said he has established a zero tolerance policy on domestic violence for the Dolphins going forward.

Ross said he continues to support NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, despite the criticism the league faced over how it handled the Rice affair.

“I support him,” Ross said. “I think Roger has done a great job. It’s easy for people after the fact to criticize him, but I know there is nobody who cares more about the image and the

character of the NFL and maintaining the integrity of the game. I mean sure you can look back and say, `Could I have done something different?’ I’m sure when he sees that [Rice] tape now, he would have done something different, but he hadn’t seen the tape.”

The interview with Ross took place on the same day the team held a groundbreaking ceremony for the $400 million in renovations to the stadium. Ross had hoped to have taxpayers pay for part of the deal, but was rebuffed by the Florida Legislature.

During the interview, CBS4’s Jim DeFede asked Ross: “If you knew in 2008 that you were going to have to spend this much money to renovate

63 easy cite – the bullying scandal.

In 2013, player Jonathan Martin abruptly left the team, complaining he was subjected to unrelenting bullying.

“Well certainly it was something that kind of shocked me,” he said.

“There again I was appalled by it.”

Initially, Ross created a select committee to examine how to change things. The committee was supposed to include, Don Shula, Dan Marino, Tony Dungy and Jason Taylor. But Ross now admits the committee never actually met.

“No,” he said. “I spoke to them, but I think right now you learn an awful lot when you start something, and where you can take things, and I didn’t want

It has always been a life-long dream to run, own a sports team and I thought it would be a lot easier to create that winner and do things. Fortunately I was in a position to do it.” the stadium, would you still have bought the team?”

“Probably,” Ross replied. “It has always been a life-long dream to run, own a sports team and I thought it would be a lot easier to create that winner and do things. Fortunately I was in a position to do it.”

He also said, despite those who believe he may have spent too much for the team, Ross noted, “you’ve also seen the value of that team has appreciated so much during that period of time, so it’s a lot of fun. I feel like I’m living the dream.”

Ross said he continues to support NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, despite the criticism the league faced over how it handled the Rice affair.

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it just to be for show.”

Instead, he said he has been working to create something he plans to call the Ross Institute for Sports and Equality.

“This will be a national non-profit that will have a real impact,” he said.

“We’re working on legislation. We’re working with different sports, as opposed to just football. Football isn’t the one sport where there has been a lack of respect and civility in the way people talk to each other and intolerance that people have. It manifests itself when kids first start playing sports.

Kids aren’t born, children aren’t born with prejudice, they develop it. And certainly the athletic field is something where everybody has a lot in common and I think we can use that to change a lot of the paradigm that occurs in America today.”

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Florida Gov. Scott Suspends 11th Grade FSA Test

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ny parent of a schoolaged child knows the amount of testing in schools is intense in the state of Florida, but recently, Governor Rick Scott issued an Executive Order to suspend a standardized test for the state’s 11th graders.

Scott’s order officially suspends the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) for English language arts until the Florida legislature has an opportunity to consider legislation to eliminate

the mandate.

The elimination of the test follows an investigation conducted by Commissioner Pam Stewart that recommended a reduction in the number of tests Florida students in public schools are required to take.

The governor said that there was too much testing going on in Florida’s schools. He said then he planned to use his executive power to stop the administration of the English language arts test for high school juniors.

The test is based on new standards

drawn primarily from Common Core standards. But some school districts said they would not suspend the test without an official order from state officials.

Scott wants legislators to repeal the law that authorized the test, but it’s not clear if that will occur.

Miami-Dade Schools Superintendent Alberto Carvalho says he’s been advocating cutbacks to standardized testing for years.

“What I object to is having multiple tests to test the same standards. We can be better than this,” he told CBS4’s Natalia Zea.

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High school juniors say they are already up to their eyeballs in exams and they and many parents welcome the Governor’s plan for testing relief.

“I think it will definitely increase the time we spend learning, instead of testing,” said iPrep Academy Junior Steven Espinoza.

Mother of 5, and grandmother of 6, Teresa Blanco is all for doing away with some of the assessment testing.

“I think it’s the best thing to do because this is too much. Back in the day when I was going to school it was not that hard.”

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Rep. Wilson Talks About Life’s Lessons At Brownsville Middle

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South Florida middle school got surprise visit from a U.S. Congresswoman but not for a reason they may have been

expecting.

Rep. Fredrica Wilson said she was brought in to Brownsville Middle School to give them a bit of a scare.

“I know you have a tendency not to listen,” Wilson told a gathering of students.

“Put your hand down shorty. You with the blue.”

Words of wisdom were mixed with a little bit of scolding as Wilson laid down the law for students who recently made headlines for actions their teachers weren’t so proud of.

“I know that someone brought a gun to school. I know you have an inordinate amount of fights,” Wilson told the kids to let them know word of their actions had reached her office.

In September 2014, four students were arrested in connection with two loaded guns brought into the school. The youngest student was in the sixth grade.

But the tough love from the congresswoman wasn’t just for the students.

“She told us if we have any problems, to come to her,” said Brownsville Middle principal Ebony Dunn.

Several community leaders and police officers joined Wilson for her school appearance to talk with the kids, many who come from Allapattah, Brownsville and Liberty City and traditionally don’t get along with each other. They urged them to not only get along, but to think differently.

“All of you are little boys of color trying to make it out of the inner city, so you are brothers. And that is how I want you to act, as brothers” Wilson founded the 5000 Role Models of Excellence project, a Miami program which has been supporting at-risk youth since 1993. The organization helps fund scholarships for underprivileged and at-risk kids.

Dunn said she was thankful that Wilson and company stopped by.

“These type of events are positive and they really motivate our students to perform well in school academically as well as conduct wise.”

Dunn said those in attendance were role models and leaders in the school and they hoped that by inspiring them, the rest of the student body would follow.

The recent ‘interactive summit’ with the students included ideas on how to avoid confrontations, drugs and gang activity.

I know that someone brought a gun to school. I know you have an inordinate amount of fights.”

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FIAT Brand Announces Kick-Off of 2015 Abarth Track Experience

he 2015 Abarth Track Experience begins this month, giving Fiat 500 Abarth owners the opportunity to develop their driving skills in a one-day performance adventure.

Participants will pilot cars from a fleet of Abarths provided and put their skills to the test through four driving modules: autocross, head-to-head challenge, driving dynamics and performance drive. They will end their day by riding shotgun as professional drivers push the track-tuned Abarth vehicles to the limit.

“The Abarth Track Experience allows owners to take the fun-to-drive factor of the ‘small but wicked’ Fiat 500 Abarth to new limits,” said Jason Stoicevich, Head of FIAT Brand North America. “With the success of the Abarth Track Experience last year and the popularity of the newly introduced specially tuned automatic transmission option, we’ve added stops this year to ensure more Abarth owners have the opportunity to develop their driving skills in a safe track environment.”

The 2015 Abarth Track Experience began February 16 at Laguna Seca in Salinas, Calif., with stops throughout the year in Ft. Worth, Texas; Fontana,

Calif.; Angleton, Texas; Daytona Beach, Fla.; Englishtown, N.J.; Brooklyn, Mich.; and Joliet, Ill. The Fiat 500 Abarth’s optional six-speed automatic transmission, new for the 2015 model year, will be available to drivers at Abarth Track Experience dates this year.

To ensure the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio remain true to their high-performance and track-ready heritage, the six-speed automatic transmission has been reinforced with more clutch plates and a more robust heat treatment to allow for higher torque capability. The transmission is mated to the track-proven 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine to deliver up to 183 ft.-lb. of torque and 157 horsepower. The exclusive, Abarth-calibrated Sport mode allows for an even more engaged driving experience with special features such as fuel-cut upshifts, rev-matching downshifts, brake-assist downshifts, corner gear hold and fast-off gear hold, as well as a more aggressive pedal map.

The Track Experience registration fee is included in the cost of each Fiat 500 Abarth or Abarth Cabrio.

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ence.com.

About the Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio Faithful to the “small but wicked” saying coined for Karl Abarth’s cars in the 1960s, the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio embody the racing traditions that have made it a success on European roadways and racetracks — world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume.

Building on the excitement of the Fiat 500 (Cinquecento), the Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio are designed for track-day enthusiasts and driving purists who want the ultimate high-performance small car with the pedigree of an exclusive Italian exotic.

With its 1.4-liter MultiAir® Turbo engine, Abarthtuned suspension and brake systems, race-inspired design, and technology features not traditionally included on a small car, the 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio unleash legendary Italian performance heritage to American streets.

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Four Chrysler Vehicles Garner Seven ‘Top 10’ Awards from Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com

• All-new 2015 Jeep® Renegade makes KBB. com’s “10 Favorite New-for-2015 Cars” list and “10 Best All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Under $25,000” list • Jeep Renegade and 2015 Jeep Wrangler named to KBB.com’s “10 Best SUVs Under $25,000” list • 2015 Chrysler 200 named to KBB.com’s “10 Best Sedans Under $25,000” • 2015 Jeep Wrangler and 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth make KBB.com’s list of “10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000” Editors at Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com honored four FCA US vehicles with seven “top 10” awards for 2015.

The all-new 2015 Jeep® Renegade has been named one of KBB.com’s “10 Favorite Newfor-2015 Cars” and “10 Best All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Under $25,000.” The Jeep Renegade and 2015 Jeep Wrangler also made KBB.com’s “10 Best SUVs Under $25,000” list, while the 2015

Chrysler 200 nabbed a spot on the list of “10 Best Sedans Under $25,000.” In addition, KBB.com named the Jeep Wrangler and 2015 Fiat 500 two of its “10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000.”

When reviewing the 10 Best SUVs Under $25,000, editors at KBB.com said of the 2015 Jeep Renegade, “Jeep’s entry-level newcomer has been attracting attention with its charming, retro-modern looks, but it has a lot more to offer than style. The Renegade allows open-air driving, similar to its big-brother Wrangler, and the nimble compact is comfortable on the road, fuel efficient and capable of venturing off-road.”

Earning a spot on the 10 Best Sedans Under $25,000, the 2015 Chrysler 200 also received praise from KBB.com editors.

“Chrysler’s all-new stylish 200 comes onto the midsize sedan scene for 2015 with an elegant interior filled with plenty of appealing connectivity and entertainment options,” KBB.com editors

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said. “That, along with the car’s quiet, smooth ride makes this an enjoyable highway cruiser.”

In addition to being named one of the 10 Best SUVs under $25,000, the 2015 Jeep Wrangler was also chosen as one of KBB.com’s 10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000.

“For those souls more likely to blaze their own path than play follow the leader down a paved, well-worn strip of asphalt, the open-air, openmind Jeep Wrangler is legendary for a reason,” KBB.com editors said.

The 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth also received accolades from KBB.com editors, making the list of 10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000.

“The Fiat 500 is a style-conscious small car with European flair,” KBB.com editors said. “But with the addition of a turbocharger and a sport suspension, Fiat’s little runabout turns into a little monster.”

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