As many of you know, this Sunday is National Ice Cream Day! Celebrate the day at Dairy Queen and enjoy $1 off a dipped cone! This deal can be applied to any size dipped cone, excluding kid's cones, on July 19 only. Enjoy a Classic Chocolate Dipped Cone, or try something new with their Cotton
The Dangers of Drinking: Talking to Your Teen About Underage Drinking
Parents worry about their children. That it just a fact. And once a child moves into their teen years, many parents start to worry that their child might try alcohol. Although parents cannot be with their children every second of the day, they can offer them the tools and advice to try to prevent them
Celebrate Krispy Kreme’s Birthday with a Free Dozen Doughnuts
This Friday, July 17, Krispy Kreme turns 83 years old! To celebrate, the company is treating its patrons to a free original glazed dozen doughnuts with the purchase of any dozen. The company took to Facebook to say, "After 83 years, we're still hot!?" You can enjoy this birthday deal at the Krispy Kreme in
Have You Been Taking A Shower The Wrong Way?
Some daily tasks we feel as though we have mastered — making just the right cup of coffee, cleaning the car from top to bottom, even separating all the laundry is the most ideal way! But there’s one thing you’ve been doing wrong — taking a shower. That’s right. It seems as though many Americans
ACPS Will Hold Workshop on July 15 to Discuss School Reopening Details
On Wednesday, July 15, Alachua County Public Schools will hold a workshop/special meeting at 4 p.m. to discuss school reopening details, such as mask requirements and other opening issues. Superintendent Karen Clarke will discuss recommendations for school reopening matters, and the school board will vote on these matters. One recommendation is that staff and students
Enjoy A Free Scoop of Ice Cream from Baskin-Robbins on Sunday
National Ice Cream Day is this Sunday, July 19. To celebrate, Baskin-Robbins will give patrons a free scoop of ice cream through DoorDash on orders of $10 or more. You can use the code FREESCOOP with DoorDash to get your free scoop of ice cream! You will get a 4 oz. scoop of your favorite
Keep Your Child Busy by Making ‘Busy Bags’
Ever since the state went on lockdown and kiddos have been cooped up inside with nothing to do, it probably seems that it is near impossible to keep them preoccupied for even a minute. Maybe you have a conference call you need to jump on, you finally put the baby to sleep or you just
Make Your Own Homemade French Fries
National French Fry Day was on July 13! French fries are an American favorite that are the perfect side dish to so many meals. Instead of heading to your local fast food restaurant to enjoys these golden treats, try making them at home! Here is an easy recipe for homemade french fries. Homemade French Fries
Easy Afternoon Snacks That Won’t Ruin Dinner
Summer means long days of fun in the sun and constant movement! Playing around all day can really work up an appetite for your kiddos, but sometimes a snack too late in the day could ruin dinner. Try making these easy afternoon snacks that will satisfy your kiddo without ruining dinner! Ants on a log
ACPS Requests Parents to Select School Options for Education in the Fall
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) is requesting that parents select school options for educating their children in the fall. There are three options available, and the district requests that options be selected by July 20. The three options for education include "traditional, in-person, five-days-a-week model mandated by the state of Florida, and two online options,