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03/08/2026

The 211 network in the United States responds to more than 20 million requests for help every year. Most calls, web chats and text messages are from people looking for help meeting basic needs like housing, food, transportation and health care. Learn more

Get help paying bills, finding food, and locating other resources near you. Call 211 now for confidential help from a caring expert.

03/06/2026

Fred Baur had the ingenious idea to stack Pringles. He came up with the idea while working as a Food Storage Technician. Before his passing, he requested his ashes be stored inside a Pringles can when it came time. In 2008, his family split his remains between a traditional urn and the late inventor's greatest creation.

03/04/2026

03/03/2026

Many people think once they’ve purchased cemetery property or let their spouse and children know they’d like to be cremated and have their ashes scattered along a favorite hiking trail they’re done making final arrangements. That’s not the case though.

A Dignity Memorial provider can help ensure you're protected against unexpected funeral, cremation and burial expenses. Track your plans with our checklist.

03/01/2026

Since the first class was offered in 1898 at Columbia University, have led the way developing private and charitable organizations to serve people in need. Social workers continue to address the needs of society and bring our nation's social problems to the public's attention. https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Facts/Social-Work-History

02/27/2026

If you've ever attended a military funeral, perhaps you noticed that the honor guards pay meticulous attention to folding the U.S. flag that once draped the casket. Guards make crisp, precise folds a total of 13 times to complete the ceremony. Much like every other aspect of our nation's greatest symbol, each of the 13 folds holds a special significance.
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02/27/2026

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When you need help understanding how to plan a funeral, Dignity Memorial® providers are here for you. Funeral planning is our specialty.

02/26/2026

Celebrate the life of Tyler Lewis, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Peacock, Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.

02/26/2026

Celebrate the life of John Limpert, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Peacock, Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.

02/25/2026

Celebrate the life of Sammie Wells, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Peacock, Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.

02/25/2026

Celebrate the life of John McDonald, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Peacock, Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.

02/24/2026

Collecting the ashes of a loved one after cremation can be an emotional experience. You arrive at the funeral home empty-handed, but you don’t leave that way. It’s normal to feel uncertain about what the drive home should look like. And if you need to travel with your loved one a long distance, whether by car, train or plane, you may wonder what you can or should do. View our detailed guidance about transporting ashes so you can worry less: https://bit.ly/4avG6o2