A combination of shifting wind direction and dry vegetation has led to the growth of the Timber Fire, which started on Saturday, Aug. 8 near Timber Top camp, a popular hiking destination in Big Sur. As of 7am Saturday, Aug. 29, the fire is 24,408 acres and is 21-percent contained, according …
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Tea invites us to slow down. But in the case of sparkling teas, the bubbles rising in the glass are on a pace as steady as the following attracted to the non-alcoholic drink.
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