School Reopening Details

ACPS Will Hold Workshop on July 15 to Discuss School Reopening Details

By Amanda Roland | July 14, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
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

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homemade french fries

Make Your Own Homemade French Fries

By Amanda Roland | July 13, 2020 | Blog
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

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easy afternoon snacks

Easy Afternoon Snacks That Won’t Ruin Dinner

By Amanda Roland | July 13, 2020 | Blog , Life
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

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Select School Options

ACPS Requests Parents to Select School Options for Education in the Fall

By Amanda Roland | July 10, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
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,

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classic salsa recipes

Try Out These 3 Classic Salsa Recipes this Summer!

By Giggle Magazine | July 9, 2020 | Recipes
A must-have accompaniment with tortilla chips and other Mexican dishes, salsa can be traced to the Mayans, Incas and Aztecs. However, the name “salsa” (Spanish for “sauce”) didn’t appear until the conquistadors arrived in the early 1500s. Looking for a fresh side to go with any meal this summer? Here are three classic salsa recipes

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Lysol Disinfectant sprays

2 Lysol Disinfectant Sprays Are Approved for Use Against COVID-19

By Amanda Roland | July 9, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
On Monday, July 6, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved the use of two Lysol disinfectant sprays to protect against COVID-19. The two sprays are called Lysol Disinfectant Spray (EPA Reg No. 777-99) and Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover Mist (EPA Reg No. 777-127), according to a press release. They are the first disinfectants

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State of Emergency Extended

State of Emergency Extended for 60 Days in Florida

By Amanda Roland | July 8, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
On July 7, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida's state of emergency will be extended for another 60 days. The original state of emergency in Florida came about in March when COVID-19 first started to have an impact on the state. The governor extended the order once before in May, and with the new rise

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just between friends

Get Ready For the Just Between Friends Summer Sale

By Amanda Roland | July 8, 2020 | Blog
The Just Between Friends summer sale will be from July 23 to July 26 at the Easton-Newberry Sports Complex in Newberry, Florida. Just Between Friends (JBT) is a franchise that creates pop-up consignment stores across the county, according to the JBF websites. These consignments stores are marketed to families looking to buy gently used and

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