Sleep deprivation rises in hectic holidays in Florida
Miami focus on holiday stress and sleep disorders shows 50 to 70 million Americans affected. Experts cite insomnia apnea and narcolepsy, urge eight hours for adults and nine for youth, warn drowsy driving and alcohol worsen sleep. FDOT reports December crashes. Night driving risk peaks with festivities.
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Big Spring chili cook‑off aids Children in Need
The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 3188 hosts the sixth annual chili cook‑off starting at 8 a.m. on January 5 at 703 W Third St Big Spring. Judging begins at noon with a $10 entry per chili team limited to two people. Proceeds support Texas Centers for MR Children in Need. For details call 432-263-6862.
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Round the Basin Holiday events and charity drives roundup
A Basin roundup lists gift-wrapping booth by Children's Miracle Network at Music City Mail 4101 E. 42nd St today from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Gift prices start at $3. Grace Point Church hosts Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m. at Memorial Gardens. Live Nativity by Second Baptist Church starts 8 p.m. at 711 E. 17th St. United Blood Services hosts Holiday Heroes blood drive noon to 5 p.m. at Music City Mall Motor City USA. Volunteers 17+ and 110+ lb may receive a T shirt. donors eligible for RCA TV drawing. Call 640-1247, 640-1242 or 561-5539.
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