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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

Terrie Teare, Friends of Hospice program coordinator, talks about the Death Cafe and how it came to Whitman County. This week’s Death Cafe will be the third time Friends of Hospice has hosted the event.

Gain comfort while sharing experiences

NINA WILLIS, Evergreen reporter October 18, 2017

Friends of Hospice will host a session for community members to express their ideas surrounding death. The international organization Death Cafe was founded in 2010 by Jon Underwood, who decided to...

Executive Chef Jason Butcherite prepares Hillside Cafe’s menu of fresh, local ingredients. The quicker people consume food
from when it is first harvested, the more nutrients they receive compared to long-traveled and less fresh foods.

Dining hall serves local lunch

MARIAH INMAN, Evergreen reporter October 18, 2017

Hillside Cafe is hosting Palouse Farms to Cougar Forks, a lunch where high-quality, fresh food will be served today. Jason Butcherite, executive chef of Hillside Cafe, said all the food they use supports...

Certain succulents and indoor plants only need to be watered every two weeks, making them a staple to your space with low maintenance.

Indoor plants can improve health, well-being

KAYLA SIMONSON, Evergreen reporter October 11, 2017

Keeping and tending an indoor plant, or multiple, improves health and indoor air quality. Plants take in carbon dioxide and emit oxygen, which provides better air quality. Fresh air from plants and...

The Palouse Basin Aquifer Committee monitors the aquifer that holds the Palouses’ main source of water, and raises awareness of water consumption.

Small steps can reduce water intake

NINA WILLIS, Evergreen reporter October 11, 2017

Saving water is more than just taking a five-minute shower. In the home, repairing leaking pipes and fixtures such as faucets or toilets can save at least hundreds of gallons of water, according to...

One serving of pumpkin puree, which equals a cup, includes almost double
the necessary daily intake of vitamin A.

Pumpkins offer more than autumn decoration

KAYLA SIMONSON, Evergreen reporter October 11, 2017

Uses: Each fall, primarily at the end of September and throughout October, pumpkins are ready for harvest. With that comes pumpkin patches, jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkin pie and pumpkin spice everything. They...

Manager Jim Taylor demonstrates the machines used for plasma donations Tuesday at GCAM Plasma Center in downtown Pullman.

Plasma center urges donations

MARIAH INMAN, Evergreen reporter October 11, 2017

Pullman’s plasma center hopes for more college students to donate. Currently, the Pullman Green Cross America Plasma Center gets 50 to 70 percent of its donations from students at the University of...

Cranberries are in season between September and mid-November. They are often used for sauces and paired with other dishes around this season.

Power of cranberries: Boost immunity, versatility

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter October 4, 2017

Health: Cranberry juice is great for cleansing any unfamiliar bacteria, but is usually sweetened artificially and thus is not as healthy for the body. It may be wise to glance at the sugar content before...

Students and community members listening to a “Healthy Eating on a Budget” presentation Saturday evening at the Latah County Fair Office in Moscow.

Food co-op hosted plant protein workshop

NINA WILLIS, Evergreen reporter October 4, 2017

The Moscow Food Co-op five-part class, “Healthy Eating on a Budget,” promotes making better decisions about food while saving money. Classes take place monthly, with a different theme for each class....

Yoga instructor Andrea Perkins says there are many opportunities and classes the community can participate in at the studio.

Yoga instructor combines passions

MARCO MCCRAY, Evergreen reporter September 27, 2017

As a yoga instructor with a love for all things furry and four-legged, Sanctuary Yoga instructor Andrea Perkins has found a way to balance and even combine her two life passions. To do this, she brought...

This superfood can prevent diseases and can be added to meals or used as an egg replacement in baked goods.

Flaxseed consumption can improve digestion

LATISHA JENSEN, Evergreen life editor September 27, 2017

HEALTH: Flaxseeds have a high fiber content and are a great source of Omega 3. Fiber is crucial for smooth digestion and regular bowel movements. Two tablespoon of flax contains about four grams of dietary...

Network with professionals at the Career Expo

KAYLA SIMONSON, Evergreen reporter September 27, 2017

The Academic Success and Career Center is hosting a Career Expo on Tuesday. The expo at Beasley Coliseum will include career counseling, testing, and for-credit courses; etiquette dinners, resume critiques...

Washing hands and using hand santizer are good
practices to avoid contracting and spreading illness.

Take precautions to avoid the flu

LATISHA JENSEN, Evergreen life editor September 27, 2017

As flu season approaches, people can lower their chances of contracting the illness by taking certain precautions. WSU Health & Wellness Services offers flu shots for students from 10 a.m. to 3...

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