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U.S. Pediatricians Say No to Spanking
Large swaths of the U.S. have traditionally used corporal punishment, especially spanking, on children. The Dutch noted how much of this the Pilgrims used on their children when they lived among them (before they went to North America). Attitudes on spanking may change after the American Academy of Pediatrics released a policy statement in December […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Rachel Klinker
Since football is so dependent on size, it’s unusual for underclassmen to make an impact on their high school teams. But exceptions to the rule manage to break through. Meet one such exception – Fred Farrier, a blazing fast wide receiver and defensive back for Franklin County High.
Asbury Educator of the Month: Sherry Botts
Sherry Botts has always had a heart for children in Title I schools. That feeling started when Botts was a child helping her aunt, Wilma Gooden, who taught in a Title I school back home in Glasgow, Ky. So when Botts was assigned as a student teacher to Harrison Elementary School, she felt right at […]
Savoring the Simple Joys Of Christmas
We didn’t have very elaborate Christmas traditions in my house growing up, but December 25 holds some of my favorite childhood memories. My dad is a physician and was often on call during the holidays. His beeper might interrupt any celebration, so we kept things low-key. On Christmas morning our presents from Santa were laid […]
Baby Bump Feedback December 2018
Each month we consult with experts – our readers! – about parenting and ask a question on our Facebook page. November’s Question was: What popular song would be your child’s theme song? “Fight Song by Rachel Platten. My daughter fell in love with this song right before her open heart surgery…She’s 5 now and doing […]
Is Your Child Ready To Stay Home Alone?
You need a gallon of milk. When is your child old enough to stay home alone while you run a quick errand? Go out for dinner? Staying home alone is an important milestone for every child, and for every parent. When your child is able to feel safe and confident alone, that can be empowering […]
LCT to Perform: Jack & The Wonder Beans
Lexington Children’s Theatre this month is performing “Jack and the Wonder Beans” based on the book written by Kentucky poet James Still. Jack is ready to set out on a crazy adventure, climbing the magic beanstalk and meeting the High Tall Giants, trying his best not to be turned into tadwhacker stew. Follow Jack on […]
2018 Holiday Performances
Derby Dinner Playhouse: “Holiday Inn” Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a hit parade of Irving Berlin songs. Evening performances include a dinner buffet that are offered Tuesday-Sunday at 6 p.m. through Dec. 31. Matinees are Tuesday-Friday and Sunday at 11:45 a.m. and include lunch before […]
2018 Santa Sightings
Cabela’s Santa’s Wonderland is open for free photos with Santa, holiday crafts and games daily through Dec. 24. Photos with Santa are available 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. Hours on Dec. 24 are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 286-5300. Southern Lights Holiday Festival Nov. 16-Dec. 31. Indoor attractions will be closed […]
Student ACT Scores Are on the Rise
National officials with the ACT college entrance exam sounded an alarm last month about declining scores in the United States, saying Class of 2018 graduates’ average ACT math score dropped to the lowest level in more than 20 years, at 20.5. Bucking that national trend, math scores for the Fayette County Public Schools Class of […]