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Vira Mamchur Schwartz

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vschwartz@dailyvoice.com

Vira Mamchur Schwartz is the quintessential jack-of-all-trades... and master of a few of them. Vira’s editorial career started in technology publishing, writing and editing at the Ziff-Davis publication Computer Shopper. Later she served as Managing Editor at CD-ROM World and then Internet World, before moving to freelance writing.

Her articles have appeared in the New York Times, L.A. Times, Folio, Portable Computing, Internet Shopper and other websites and magazines that no longer exist. She ghost-wrote and designed an award-winning diet and fitness book for a popular fitness personality and, currently, loves to tell stories about people and animals. 

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Hismile’s Lucky Charms Toothpaste Lands at Walmart—And Fans Can’t Get Enough Hismile’s Lucky Charms Toothpaste Lands at Walmart—And Fans Can’t Get Enough
Hismile’s Lucky Charms Toothpaste Lands at Walmart—And Fans Can’t Get Enough Toothpaste just got a magical twist. Hismile’s new Lucky Charms flavor has officially landed at Walmart, letting fans bring marshmallow nostalgia straight to their morning routine This rollout is more than just another shelf addition—it’s the first time Hismile has brought one of its viral flavors into Walmart aisles. Until now, fans hunted the brand’s drops online or scored them through specialty retailers. Now, with Lucky Charms, shoppers can pick up a tube while doing their usual grocery run, no shipping required Hismile isn’t your average oral care brand. Launched in 2014 on Australia’s…

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Obituaries
Barbara Varner, 62, Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Family And A Love For The Outdoors Barbara Varner, 62, Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Family And A Love For The Outdoors
Barbara Varner, 62, Leaves Behind A Legacy Of Family And A Love For The Outdoors Barbara N. Varner, 62, passed away in Elizabethtown on August 10, 2025, at Emerald Nursing & Rehab. Born in Carlisle, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Patricia (Mixell) Varner. Barbara was from the Shippensburg/Chambersburg area. Barbara enjoyed listening to music and going on long walks. She loved animals, nature, and camping. She is survived by two daughters, Stephanie Varner and Angela Varner;  grandchild Marissa Kauffman; great-grandchild Freya; sister Linda Varner;  nephews and nieces Kimberly Lemieux, Cheryl Davis, Keith Staver, Larry…

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Connecticut’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — Save on Clothing, Shoes & Online Orders Connecticut’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — Save on Clothing, Shoes & Online Orders
Connecticut’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — Save on Clothing, Shoes & Online Orders Are you ready, Connecticut shoppers? The state’s annual Sales Tax‑Free Week is back, running Sunday, Aug. 17 through Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. For seven days only, shoppers will skip Connecticut’s 6.35% state sales tax on qualifying clothing and footwear priced under $100 per item—and yes, online purchases count as long as they’re paid for during the week and shipped to a Connecticut address. That means now’s the time to refresh your closet and your cart. Think back‑to‑school fashion from Shein, Macy’s, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and Amazon, or go after new Nike sneakers, Converse styles, and deals…

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Maryland’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — One Week To Shop Without Sales Tax Maryland’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — One Week To Shop Without Sales Tax
Maryland’s Tax‑Free Week Returns — One Week To Shop Without Sales Tax Are you ready, Maryland shoppers? The state’s annual Shop Maryland Tax‑Free Week is back, running Sunday, Aug. 10 through Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. For seven days only, Maryland’s 6% sales tax on qualifying clothing and footwear items priced at $100 or less, plus the first $40 of a backpack or bookbag, is waived—real savings at the register. It’s the perfect moment to refresh your closet and your cart. Shop styles for back‑to‑school and everyday at Shein, Macy’s, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Amazon and other favorites. For school supplies, think binders, glue sticks, backpacks and rulers — Staples, …

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Massachusetts’ Sales Tax Holiday — 2 Days To Shop Without Tax Massachusetts’ Sales Tax Holiday — 2 Days To Shop Without Tax
Massachusetts’ Sales Tax Holiday — 2 Days To Shop Without Tax Are you ready, Massachusetts shoppers? The state’s annual Sales Tax Holiday returns for two days only: Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025. For a short weekend, Massachusetts drops its 6.25% sales tax on most retail items costing $2,500 or less, including clothing, shoes, electronics, accessories, backpacks, and more. Clothing items priced up to $175 are fully exempt; if over $175, only the amount above is taxed. It’s a golden opportunity to update your wardrobe and haul in everything you need. Think back‑to‑school fashion and beyond with pieces from Shein, Macy’s, TJ Maxx, Mars…

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Lifestyle
By Invitation Only: The World's Most Elusive Clubs By Invitation Only: The World's Most Elusive Clubs
By Invitation Only: The World's Most Elusive Clubs Ever get the feeling the real party isn’t the one you’re at, but the one you’ll never be invited to? The kind with no address on the invite, because there is no invite? That sense of being shut out isn’t new. It’s the hallmark of a tradition of private, invitation‑only circles that’s been quietly perfected for centuries. In the 1700s, the Hellfire Club made headlines for secrecy and scandal, while across London, White’s was quietly defining the real rules of exclusivity. Founded in 1693, it remains the world’s oldest private members’ club, counting royals, prime ministers, and power brokers…

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Virginia’s Tax‑Free Weekend Is Back — 3 Days To Shop Without Sales Tax Virginia’s Tax‑Free Weekend Is Back — 3 Days To Shop Without Sales Tax
Virginia’s Tax‑Free Weekend Is Back — 3 Days To Shop Without Sales Tax Are you ready, Virginia shoppers? The Commonwealth’s annual Tax‑Free Weekend is back, running Friday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 3. For three days only, all state and local sales tax disappears on qualifying items—Virginia’s base state sales tax is 5.3% in most areas, so the savings add up quickly. That means clothing and footwear under $100 per item, school supplies under $20, energy‑efficient appliances, and select emergency‑preparedness gear are all fair game. It’s the perfect moment to refresh your closet and your cart. Shop fashions for back‑to‑school and beyond at Shein, TJ Maxx,&nbs…

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Whip It At The Love Shack! The B‑52s & Devo Hit The Road Together This Fall Whip It At The Love Shack! The B‑52s & Devo Hit The Road Together This Fall
Whip It At The Love Shack! The B‑52s & Devo Hit The Road Together This Fall It took nearly half a century, but the "Love Shack" is finally colliding with Planet Devo. The B‑52s, surf‑party surrealists, and Devo, high‑concept prophets of de‑evolution, are co‑headlining a tour for the first time.  The Cosmic De‑Evolution Tour stitches the groups’ worlds into one night: thrift‑store couture, choreography as performance art, and a catalog of songs that made the radio a stranger, cooler place. They’ve crossed paths on festival bills before, but never locked in a run like this. Both acts are still fronted by three original members — The B‑52s with Fred Schneider, Ka…

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Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage
Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage Did you know Disney villains like Maleficent, Jafar, and the Evil Queen had kids—and those kids went on to sing, dance, and take over Auradon Prep? That’s the world of "Descendants," the hit Disney Channel movie series where the children of classic villains clash with the children of heroes in a story filled with music, mischief, and second chances. In "Zombies," it’s cheerleaders, zombies, and werewolves learning to coexist (with plenty of dance battles along the way) in the colorful town of Seabrook. Now, both Disney franchises are leaping off the screen and onto the stage—and you're invit…

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Dua Lipa Drops Into North America: Radical Optimism Tour Sparks Ticket Frenzy Dua Lipa Drops Into North America: Radical Optimism Tour Sparks Ticket Frenzy
Dua Lipa Drops Into North America: Radical Optimism Tour Sparks Ticket Frenzy Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism Tour is hitting North America this fall, and fans are already buzzing louder than a "Levitating" remix. Seats are flying faster than you can say "Dance the Night," so lock in your spot for one of pop’s most electrifying shows. Dua Lipa 2025 tour dates include: Sept. 9  –  TD Garden, Boston, MA Sept. 10 – TD Garden, Boston, MA Sept. 17  –  Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Sept. 18  –  Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Sept. 20  –  Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Sept. 21 –  Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Dua’s shows aren’t just concerts—th…

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