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The 16th annual New Era Kite Festival will be 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at New Era One Room School on the campus of ...

We suffered a severe case of present fatigue after my son's 5th birthday. After that, I vowed to never buy presents when ...

An iconic rite of passage for kindergarten-age children in the community, Safety Town of Santa Barbara County is celebrating its 50th anniversary this ...

The Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library has a long tradition of tools — not just books — to open and broaden minds to the world ...

When John Patrick Green was a child, he started writing and drawing his own books. “Writing, drawing and coming up with my own stories was an outlet for me, so now being able to give and show kids ...

Pregnant and postpartum workers typically enjoy federal laws that provide workplace protection. But the White House’s ...

Whether you're looking for an early Easter event, a celebration of craft beer or a festival celebrating Indian culture, ...

You know, you can’t really have friends in this job,” Bob remarked a time or two, and didn’t bother spelling it out: As ...

Scientists are making huge leaps in tracking technologies, and these baby seals reap the benefits. Here's what they're studying and why.

A new skatepark opens in St. Martin on Saturday, offering new and veteran skaters alike a safe place to practice their craft. A DIY wooden skatepark opens for the public at the West Jackson County ...

Lake Placid High School’s sophomore class is hosting its biggest fundraiser of the year with Saturday’s fourth annual craft ...