Healthy Mask Tips to Teach To Your Kiddos!

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | September 16, 2020 | Health
Not all children adjust right away to wearing a mast all day, especially if they haven’t needed to during the summer. And, there are things to keep in mind when wearing a mask to make sure you are being as hygienic as possible. Here are some healthy mask tips to teach to your kiddos as

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COVID-19 Research Studies

COVID-19 Research Studies Will Be Conducted at SIMEDHealth

By Amanda Roland | September 15, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
SIMEDHealth announced last week that the medical center will be conducting COVID-19 Research Studies (SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) related research studies). “The virus has significantly affected all of our lives and we understand there is a lot of interest in our community for finding answers to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Timothy H. Elder, M.D., SIMEDHealth Primary Care

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31 Nights of Halloween

The ’31 Nights of Halloween’ Movie Line Up is Here!

By Amanda Roland | September 14, 2020 | Blog , Holidays
Freeform, formerly ABC Family, has been bringing the spooky season to us for years with "31 Nights of Halloween", aka 31 nights of classic Halloween movies! Freeform released this year's movie line up, and let's just say that we can't wait for October 1. Starting off strong on the first day of October, you can

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What Your Babysitter Needs

Know What Your Babysitter Needs

By Isabella Sorresso | September 11, 2020 | Blog
Whether you’re dreading leaving your little one alone or you’re running out the door to get a short break, remember to take a few minutes to write down any important information for your babysitter. Though most likely everything will turn out just fine, knowing what your babysitter needs in an emergency will not only be

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The Magical Minis: Travel Sized Must-Haves

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | September 10, 2020 | Giggle Stamp
All us moms know how easily our purses can be weighed down with wipes, diapers, fruit snacks and not to mention ALL our must-haves! Enter the magical minis! These are our travel sized must-haves in smaller, easy to carry sizes that will keep that purse light and ready for the day, void of shoulder and

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free coffee at Wawa

Teachers Can Get Free Coffee at Wawa Through the End of September

By Amanda Roland | September 10, 2020 | Blog
Are you a school teacher or administrator? You can get free coffee at Wawa now through the end of September. “As students make their way back to school in-person and virtually across our communities, we wanted to show our tremendous appreciation for the teachers and faculty who are working tirelessly to educate children in our

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farmers market

Visit These 5 Local Farmers Markets That Are Still Open!

By Amanda Roland | September 10, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
Amid the craziness of COVID-19, some farmers markets had to close or stop running. Now that more and more establishments are opening, there are plenty of local farmers markets that are ready for business! Check out these local farmers markets to get some fresh, local goods and support your community. Union Street Farmers Market at

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National Merit Semifinalists

29 ACPS High School Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

By Amanda Roland | September 9, 2020 | Blog
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) have 29 high school students that have been named National Merit semifinalists for the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. The names were announced earlier today, September 9, by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. To be considered as a semifinalist, students must score high scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Qualifying Test

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