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"Lawns are monocultures that contrast with nature’s biodiversity, which supports both native habitat plants and wildlife," writes Tom Karwin. "For example, we have often cited the work of entomologist Doug Tallamy, who has strongly advocated native plants as components in the web life of birds. So, for both water conversation and environmental preservation, good practice in landscaping includes lawn replacement with drought-tolerant plants, and preferably plants that are locall...

The Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) and Skills for Life is hosting its first Impact Gala fundraiser to help raise funds for Black Canadian youth on their journey to higher education.

"California’s legislative session closed recently. As always, the state’s lawmakers addressed a range of issues and approved significant actions that are now ready for the governor’s actions," writes Tom Karwin. "Today’s topic focuses on two bills that relate to gardening: AB 1572 and AB 1573, both introduced by Assemblymember Laura Friedman."

Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, for the first meeting of the 2023-2024 school year. Some of the items discussed in the public session are as follows.

Sarah Rowley, associate professor of history, is recognized for being a key player in the creation and adoption of Open Educational Resources.

By Stacy M. Brown | NNPA - Stephen and Ayesha Curry have announced a groundbreaking initiative to raise and invest over $50 million in additional support and resources for Oakland students by the academic year 2026, including nutritious meals, literacy support, enhanced schoolyards, and youth sports opportunities.

Ontario’s Catholic school system includes 29 Catholic school boards with over 1,300 schools, and 562,000 students. Catholic schools in Ontario are guided by the Catholic Graduate Expectations, which support the distinctiveness of the Catholic school system.

The Canon City Public Library will be closed from Sept. 2 through Sept. 4 for Labor Day weekend. Solvista Health slated to host free suicide prevention class Sept. 15 September is Suicide Prevention Month. Solvista is hosting a free suicide prevention class called Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR), in Canon City from 9-11 a.m. Sept. 15.  Join […]

The Cañon City Public Library extends its heartfelt gratitude to all of you who have contributed to the success of our 2023 Summer Learning Program “ALL TOGETHER NOW.” Your support has been invaluable in making this program a true educational adventure for the children of our community. We would like to express our deepest appreciation […]

BALTIMORE -- Until the middle of January, Ryan took the bus to school. The junior at Lansdowne High School walked into the blue, silver and brick building, where he saw his friends, took Advanced Placement classes and sometimes stayed late to participate in the Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. But after the 16-year-old made threats and was suspended, he spent the majority of his ...