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How Do You Reduce the Risk of Childhood Obesity?

By Elayza Gonzalez | September 1, 2020 | Blog

The risk of childhood obesity is becoming more and more common every day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the percentage of children affected by obesity in the United States has more than tripled since the 1970s, and the factors that contribute to childhood obesity are genetics, metabolism, environment, sleep duration, and eating

Get Ready For the NEA Big Read Alachua County

By Amanda Roland | September 1, 2020 | Blog

The Alachua County Library District and the Florida Museum of Natural History have teamed up to bring the National Endowment of the Arts Big Read Alachua County. This will be a series of free events that highlight females in science and strengthen our community! "The NEA Big Read is a program designed to broaden understanding

One-Way Aisles at Publix Are No Longer Required in Most Stores

By Amanda Roland | August 31, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Just when we all got used to shopping in one-way aisles at Publix, most Publix locations have done away with this shopping requirement. As of this past week, most Publix locations can go back to normal aisle shopping. The only Publix locations that are still requiring the one-way aisles are those in Charleston, South Carolina,

7 Must-Have Time-Saving Products Every Family Needs!

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | August 31, 2020 | Happy Home

There never seems to be enough time at the end of the day to do all the things we wanted to accomplish. And, sadly, time is the one thing that we can’t buy... or can we? Enter the new wave of time-saving products that are built not only to complete the job but save you

Yoga and Meditation: How Does It Benefit Your Tweens?

By Sara Buechler | August 31, 2020 | Tweens

Transitioning from elementary school to middle school can be a stressful experience for your tweens. Homework is more tedious, tests are more frequent, and it is at a time where they’re going through hormonal changes. It’s a lot. You want your tween to be happy, healthy, and successful in school without being distracted or succumbing

Try This Quick Sew Face Mask Tutorial

By Amanda Roland | August 28, 2020 | Happy Home

To keep yourself and others safe, Alachua County requires face masks to be worn in public when entering businesses. Since surgical and N95 face masks are only meant to be used by medical staff, it’s time to get crafty and make your own DIY Quick Sew Face Mask! This easy face mask can be made

Digital Academy Students Can Receive Free Meals Starting September 1

By Amanda Roland | August 28, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

With Alachua County Schools starting next week, Food and Nutrition Services will be providing free meals to Digital Academy students starting on September 1. The meals will be free if you attend a school where all students eat free. Click here to find out if your school receives free meals. For all other Digital Academy

How To Encourage Your Kiddos to Have Proper Posture

By April Tisher | August 27, 2020 | Learn

“Sit up straight!” I’m sure you heard these words from your mom all the time while growing up. In my case, it was my grandmother who was the stickler for good posture when I was young. It may seem that things like proper posture went out the window with the “children should be seen and not heard” era, but that is not necessarily

ACPS Posts Video to Explain COVID-19 Safety Procedures

By Amanda Roland | August 26, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Alachua County Public Schools students and faculty are getting ready to return to school next week on August 31. To make the transition a little easier for everyone, ACPS posted a video highlighting the COVID-19 safety procedures that will be implemented when students return. This video features ACPS Public Information Officer Jackie Johnson along with

Get the Recipe for Carmen’s Quick Mexican Chicken

By Carmen Basile | August 25, 2020 | Forks & Spoons

Looking for a quick and simple dinner to make tonight? Look no further! Carmen's Quick Mexican Chicken is warm, delicious and satisfying. Use the recipe below to make it for your family! Carmen's Quick Mexican Chicken Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 1⁄2 lbs.) 1 small onion, diced 1 large

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How Do You Reduce the Risk of Childhood Obesity?

Get Ready For the NEA Big Read Alachua County

Digital Academy Students Can Receive Free Meals Starting September 1

How To Encourage Your Kiddos to Have Proper Posture

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