This year, a record breaking number of Alachua County Public School (ACPS) students were named National Merit Scholarship finalists and 27 of those 42 have won the coveted National Merit Scholarship (NMSC). In addition, one of the students has won two… read more
There is nothing more fun than getting the family together for a day of sun, surf and smiles. Our beaches are home to lots of amazing animals, sights and shells, so, why not engage in a fun beach time scavenger… read more
Crawling, walking and saying the first word — we are all aware of the “big” milestones for our children. However, just as it’s important for children to learn how to write and color, parents should recognize that, to do this,… read more
The Alachua County School board has announced that beginning June 5th, at most locations, any child 18 years old or younger can get a free breakfast and lunch at one of more than 70 locations in Alachua County through the… read more
There are so many hours to fill in a day, especially during the spring, holiday or summer break, that we bet you’re contemplating just parking your kids in front of the TV for a Paw Patrol marathon and calling it… read more
Image by Tanya Consaul Photography It’s been over four years since Tyler was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. There isn’t a moment that our entire family is not living with the disease. Pumps, syringes, vials, beeps, alarms, meters and worry… read more
From the common cold to chickenpox, children pick up all kinds of illnesses—whooping cough is one of them. This highly contagious respiratory tract infection, also known as pertussis or “the 100-day cough,” causes an intense hacking cough, according to Mayo Clinic.… read more
Looked for some super easy costumes to make for you kiddos? How about a matching set? These matching Snail and Gnome Halloween costumes are so cute, and they can be made with things that you already have at home! DIY… read more
As soon as Laura Lytle’s son Luke turned about a year old, he began climbing on everything in her home. The local mother of two had to hide all the barstools under her kitchen island to prevent a serious climbing… read more
Healthy eating is crucial for your toddler as they grow and develop. Starting early on in childhood means there may be less of a chance they develop chronic diseases and conditions like obesity, heart disease or type 2 diabetes. The… read more
