"This extension is critical for mothers, going leaps and bounds beyond what is offered in the past.” - State Rep. Kamia Brown
Focus on the Legislature
By John Haughey | The Center Square
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3/24/21
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From the City of Apopka The City of Apopka is ready to host next month's 2021 Hometown Showcase, and the return of the the City's BBQ Competition, or as noted on their website "Florida's largest and …
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3/23/21
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AAA urges high school students to take the AAA PROMise; asks high schools for support From AAA Impaired and distracted driving can be a deadly part of Prom and Graduation Season and AAA wants to …
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3/23/21
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By Meghan Owenz, Assistant Teaching Professor of Rehabilitation and Human Services, Penn State As vaccines become more available and life begins returning to so-called normal, caregivers and …
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3/16/21
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By Allen Brown Getting your kids into a sport early is a great idea for several reasons: it gets your kids away from the TV, and out into the real world socializing with other children, and keeps …
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3/7/21
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From the Orange County Newsroom
In an effort to help combat the pet overpopulation problem in the local community, Orange County Animal Services launched the “Spay It Forward” program late …
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2/25/21
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Experiencing occasional anxiety is human nature, but when anxious feelings start to seep into your day-to-day life, it can wreak havoc on your mental and physical health. If …
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By Linda Williams
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2/16/21
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Sharing your life with a canine companion is a remarkable adventure. Dogs are great companions and provide enjoyment and warmth to a home. If you’re a new dog owner, you may be …
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By Allen Brown
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2/14/21
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It’s almost like being in a dream when you finally have a child, and it’s an amazing experience. Soon, however, you’re going to have to snap out of the dream-like state and think …
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By Allen Brown
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2/7/21
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Opinion
By John Barton
Generational differences have always been with us, but they are getting more pronounced over time. Where our parents were perhaps accustomed to a slow and easy rhythm …
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2/3/21
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By Laura Cassels, of the Florida Phoenix
Dogs trained to detect signs of COVID-19 infection will be in Florida’s capital city next week demonstrating their skills at the state’s Emergency …
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1/25/21
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From AdventHealth
January is a great time to reevaluate your family’s eating habits and make sure the little ones are living a healthy, well-rounded lifestyle. Food preferences are usually …
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1/21/21
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By Allen Brown There are countless reasons a parent might look into international schooling options for their child. Contrary to popular belief, international schools aren’t only for ex-pats and …
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1/14/21
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When a child is learning to read and express themselves verbally, it can be a time of great reward and excitement—finally, you’re able to hear their thoughts and feelings in detail …
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By Allen Brown
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1/10/21
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By Allen Brown There’s nothing more heartbreaking for a pet owner than their beloved fluffy playmate falling ill. Pet owners must be aware of the common illnesses that befall cats at different …
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1/4/21
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From the Orange County Newsroom
The community came together for the Orange County Mayor’s Toy Drive , showcasing their kindness and generosity. More than 10,000 toys were collected for …
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1/3/21
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By Allen Brown
Creating an inviting and loving environment for your child requires smart thinking and at least basic knowledge of the ways to cultivate creativity. It’s about giving them an …
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12/28/20
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New Year's 2021 By Patrick J Lewis, University of Regina and Whitney Blaisdell, University of Regina We hear constantly how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economy , personal finance , …
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12/27/20
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Faith & Inspiration By Charles Towne I can remember waaayyyy back when we used “B.C.” for measuring time. For those not in the know, B.C. stands for Before Children. I can also remember when …
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12/26/20
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From Staff Reports, The Apopka Police Department and ICON Park
Every holiday season children dream of waking up to big, shiny presents and overflowing stockings. However, in these difficult …
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12/21/20
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By Becc Lester-Beam, Community Outreach Coordinator at Seminole Science Charter School
Thanksgiving is a time for us all – little ones included – to pause and consider the many things we …
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11/24/20
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Earlier this year OCAS made a desperate plea to the community looking for a home for Rocket who, like Tonka, had been with them in excess of 200 days; they are hoping Tonka can be just as fortunate - …
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11/19/20
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Pet parents and their furry friends are invited to snap holiday-themed pictures and fulfill their pet’s wish list during December 5th event - plus free stocking stuffers
You can also drop off …
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11/18/20
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From the Orange County Newsroom Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) received more than 12,000 pets in the past fiscal year. While OCAS achieved a record number of live releases for these pets, the …
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11/2/20
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From Pet Supermarket
Pet Supermarket’s annual “Thanks for Giving” pet food drive benefiting local animal rescues and shelters will take place November 1-30, 2020. All store locations of the …
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10/27/20
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