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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By Ellen Furlong, Associate Professor of Psychology, Illinois Wesleyan University
I have discovered one positive amid the pandemic: I love working with two dogs at my feet.
As someone who …
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10/27/20
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Encourages mask wearing for all age groups to prevent being a ‘symptom-free COVID-radioactive vector’ who spreads the virus among friends and family
From AdventHealth
Thursday morning …
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10/22/20
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