Applicants accepted into their program have the option of buying a home in one of two communities, including the Juniper Bend community in Apopka
From Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and …
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5/23/20
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Schools may be closed but kids' ideas are open
From Idea Tank for Kids at Home and Lowey Bundy Sichol
Who says you need to be old enough to drive to have a great business idea ?
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5/22/20
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By John Haughey | The Center Square
Play ball. Or, at least, let the kids out of the house.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday lifted all state restrictions on youth activities effective …
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5/22/20
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Over 6,700 foster families in Florida have opened their hearts and homes to more than 8,150 children, with some even committing to care for youth impacted by COVID-19
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5/21/20
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Adoption fees waived, "sleepover program" an option, virtual adoptions available, COVID-19 precautions and more
From Orange County, Florida Animal Services
Effective Friday, May 22, Orange …
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5/21/20
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"There are a lot of families that need critical roof repairs but are unable to do so due to the downturn in the economy." - Marty Sheegog
From Sheegog Contracting
Sheegog Contracting, a …
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5/15/20
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By John Haughey | The Center Square
Florida’s 2.8 million K-12 students are returning to reopened schools next academic year, but when and how they will do so in a “new normal” remains …
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5/14/20
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From Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Newsroom
As part of Florida’s Phase 1 reopening of the state, following federal and local guidelines, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical …
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5/11/20
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During the stay at home mandate, parents are looking for more and more creative ways to keep their children motivated, focused, and always learning. By adorning their nursery or room with pieces that …
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5/11/20
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From Family Features Mother's Day celebrations call for fabulous food, specifically dishes fit for brunch, even if your “crowd” is simply your nearest loved ones gathered at the family table. A …
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5/9/20
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Organic eating is often decried as a fad diet, but there is science to back that organic eating can provide a lot of value . In an article in Time Out, the problems with labeling food items as …
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5/7/20
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Is your pet destined for stardom?
From Pet Supermarket
Now through May 31, 2020, Pet Supermarket is accepting digital photo submissions of pets and offering the chance for up to 13 pets …
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5/7/20
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Through an emergency child care scholarship program, Apopka first responders and health care workers can find some relief close to home
From The Learning Experience
The Office of Early …
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5/6/20
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KID-TAINMENT
From The Hustle
Life in quarantine is stressful for everyone. For parents who work from home, closed schools and daycare centers add an …
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5/3/20
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From Orange County Clerk of Court
In an effort to allow more access to services, the Orange County Clerk of Courts is reopening several branch offices starting Monday, May 4, 2020 so that …
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5/1/20
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From CareerSource Central Florida
With COVID-19 pandemic still impacting global and local communities, CareerSource Central Florida (CSCF) is helping career seekers and businesses even more, …
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4/26/20
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From 16PersonalitiesThis article is part of a series aimed at helping our readers cope with the COVID-19 crises and grow stronger by taking time to learn about ourselves and others, particularly as …
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From 16Personalities
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4/25/20
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By Michael Ungar, Ph.D, Family Therapist and Professor of Social Work, Dalhousie University.
While becoming your child’s teacher can be very stressful, this may be a wonderful opportunity to …
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4/23/20
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Working from home now? How to make it work In 2020, the world has changed dramatically. The regular lifestyle of at least half of the world’s population has been changed as people are forced to …
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4/23/20
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By Leslie E. Roos, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Manitoba and Jessica Flannery, Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology, University of Oregon
Parenting can be …
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4/20/20
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The 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22 can be a good time for everyone to take some time to get outside, even if current conditions mean a community event to celebrate isn’t available. …
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4/19/20
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See links and supplies list here for fun STEM activities
From The Museum of Discovery and Science
The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale knew what to do when COVID-19 hit …
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4/16/20
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From The Hustle
Last month, Greg Isenberg was a tech entrepreneur who sold a messaging app to WeWork. Then, on April 5, he launched You Probably Need a Haircut -- and within a day, he …
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4/15/20
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By Wendy Grolnick, Professor of Psychology, Clark University.
Parents have always helped with homework and made sure their children fulfill responsibilities like chores, but the extended and …
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4/14/20
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From 16Personalities This article is part of a series aimed at helping our readers cope with the current coronavirus crisis by understanding personality type and response preferences. It's not about …
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4/12/20
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