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In separate surprise announcements, science teacher Tamarah Danzy and principal Aubrey Flowers received the national Milken Educator Award at all-school assemblies today. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister was joined by Milken Educator Awards Senior Program Director Greg Gallagher in presenting the prestigious awards, each of which comes with $25,000.
Read moreThe Departments of the Interior and Agriculture will invest $2.8 billion in fiscal year 2023 to address critical deferred maintenance projects and improve transportation and recreation infrastructure in national parks, national wildlife refuges and recreation areas, and at Bureau of Indian Education schools. The proposed allocations, authorized by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), will fund projects, grants and programs that support local economies and voluntary national conservation efforts in every U.S. state. GAOA established the
Read moreWe’re all looking for ways to make cleaning faster and easier. Believe it or not, sometimes taking certain “shortcuts” actually makes it harder on you in the long haul. You and your family may even have developed some bad habits that are inhibiting your ability to get the job done more efficiently (you may even be causing harm to your home!) It›s time to start breaking these habits so you can get to a cleaner home, faster. Here’s an easy way to start: Pick one or two bad cleaning habits to change each week. Soon, you’ll have a cleaner home and more free time for things you enjoy! Allowing Paper Clutter to Accumulate:
Read moreHunting for morel mushrooms in the spring becomes a sort of mythical quest for those who crave the meaty flavor of these forest dwellers. The netted brown caps of the low-growing fungi are perfectly cam ouflaged in their woodland habitat, blending in with the leaf litter and decaying wood that nourishes morels from one season to the next. You don’t need to have access to large tracts of forestland to enjoy morel mushrooms if you grow them at home.
Read moreThe latest data indicates motorcyclists are about 28 times as likely as passenger car occupants to die in a motor vehicle crash, states the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra tion. Motorcycle riders face greater hazards from debris on the road or other road conditions. Despite all this, the NHTSA says the number of motorcyclists killed in crashes dropped to 4,985 in 2018, marking an almost 5 percent decrease from their most recent study on motorcycling fatalities. Continuing to be safe, and educating oneself about motorcycle safety - whether you are a rider or someone sharing the road - can continue to keep injuries and accidents low. Wear protective gear. The NHTSA says the right helmet can mean the difference between life and death. From shape to style to fit, riders can work with helmet companies and outfitters to find the right helmet for them. Long pants, eye protection, riding gloves, and a waterproof jacket also make for effective and protective gear. Take a class. Novices would be wise to enroll in classes to go over motorcycling basics and safety guidelines that can keep them alive and well on the road. Check with your local motor vehicle commission or driving schools about classes that may be available. Avoid blind spots. Motorcycles are difficult to see on the road. Try to stay out of vehicles’ blind spots as much as possible and maintain safe distances between your bike and others on the road. Make yourself visible. Wear something bright or use reflective or nylon tape and mesh to make yourself more visible to fellow motorists.
Read moreDouglas E. Arnold and Sandra L. Arnold to Arnold Revocable Trust, quit claim deed covering lands in 14-8-6.
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