Tucked away in the heartland of Illinois lies a place where retirement dreams don’t require a fortune to fulfill. Charleston, with its tree-lined streets and welcoming atmosphere, has become something ...

Middleton, the first lady, and TV personality Dwayne Fields, who serves as chief scout for the Scout Association, gathered with children to shake a parachute filled with balls at Frogmore Gardens.

Start here, says home lifestyle expert Julian Thomas, to make a good first impression. Clear away clutter, add a mat for wet shoes and address any unpleasant odors. “The first thing people notice when ...