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Focus on the Family: Praise child's character more than her cuteness
1+ hour, 25+ min ago (219+ words) The Crescent-News - Manage Subscription (Pay Your Bill, Vacation Request, Update Account Info) Q: Our whole extended family has been doting on our sweet four-year-old daughter since she was born. She loves being the center of attention and "performs" on cue if…...
Second graders explore the world of trees through hands-on learning
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (230+ words) Paulding Elementary School second graders spent some time learning about trees. Among participants were, from row: Dawson Blair (left) and Paisley Brobst. In back, from left: Liam Messman, Kane Garber, Harley Troyer, Mason Gutierrez, Paulding Soil and Water Conservation District…...
Paulding County holds another 'Career Day' event
4+ week, 20+ hour ago (325+ words) PAULDING " Paulding County had another "outstanding" Career Day event, according to a media release from the county's economic development office. The annual event on April 9 at the county fairgrounds brought together 56 vendors and 334 students from throughout Paulding County with some…...
Paulding Putnam awards a number of scholarships to area youth
4+ week, 8+ hour ago (520+ words) PAULDING " Paulding Putnam has recognized a number of outstanding students with scholarships this year. These honor the academic achievements and future aspirations of students whose families are Paulding Putnam members. Members" children who were awarded scholarships are: " Raeley Franklin, a…...
Henry commissioners OK proclamation for 'Child Abuse and Prevention Month"
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (182+ words) NAPOLEON " Henry County commissioners issued a proclamation concerning child abuse prevention during their weekly meeting Tuesday. With Henry County Job and Family Services Director Shannon Jones on hand, commissioners proclaimed April "Child Abuse and Prevention Month." This coincides with a…...
Focus on the Family: Preparing to talk to pre-teens about sex
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (633+ words) Q: In most situations I'm a pretty confident guy. But the thought of having the "birds and bees" talk with my pre-teen son has me sweating bullets. Help? ! Jim: I think most guys relate. My sons are grown men now, but…...
NSCC helps students beyond Financial Aid Awareness Month
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (471+ words) ARCHBOLD " Each February, colleges across the country highlight Financial Aid Awareness Month to help students and families better understand the resources available to achieve their higher education goals affordably. A media release from Northwest State Community College (NSCC) notes that…...
Letter writing enjoys revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen time
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (784+ words) Pen pal letters are displayed outside the Sullivan County Health Care nursing home in Unity, N. H. , on June 8, 2020. At a time when productivity means optimizing every second and screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down…...
Focus on the Family: Finding balance in parenting styles
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (520+ words) Q: My wife and I have been noticing significant differences regarding how we each interact with our children. She tends to emphasize the rules, I'm a little more easygoing. What's your preferred approach? Jim: I think many moms and dads tend…...
Focus on the Family: Set small goals to achieve bigger ones
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (438+ words) Q: I set a lot of goals for last year " but I only managed to reach a couple of them. I'm really discouraged. Do you have any tips for motivation to keep going? Jim: I'll offer a phrase to keep in…...