(Family Features) Setting the stage for success in the classroom starts with reliable morning routines the whole family can depend on. Establishing a plan for each day before heading off for work or school is beneficial for staying on time and organized, and many families’ mornings start with a nutritious breakfast. This school year, add […]
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Quick, Convenient and Delicious Back-to-School Snack Ideas
(StatePoint) Back to school is a time of new beginnings for kids. Between classroom learning, extracurricular activities, sports and socializing, fun and filling snacks can help kids have a moment away from school-year pressures while also encouraging all that excitement and learning. In fact, nearly 3 in 4 Americans snack at least once a day, […]
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New Research Uncovers the Biggest Challenges for First-Time Movers
(StatePoint) From broken belongings to going over budget, moving comes with its fair share of challenges and stresses. Recent research completed by Duck brand uncovers insights about first time movers — who they are, what their biggest challenges are and what could potentially make the process easier. Making the Move: The survey finds that people […]
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4 Tech-Friendly Ways to Ace the School Year
(Statepoint) American families are expected to spend record-high amounts this back-to-school season. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), families with children in elementary, middle and high school will spend $890 on average for school items, while those with college-aged students are looking at more than $1,360 in shopping expenses. Whether your kids are off […]
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Tips for Parents and Kids to Stay Organized This Back-to-School Season
(StatePoint) The start of a new school year carries with it so much potential, particularly when students — and their parents — stay organized. Amid the back-to-school chaos, use these tips and gear recommendations to help keep everyone on track, whether they are at school, at home or on-the-go: Notes and Big Ideas Color-coded notebooks […]
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Richard Craig Shumaker
BELLVILLE: Richard Craig Shumaker, age 69, of Bellville passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family following a brief illness. He was born June 1, 1954 in Mansfield to Curtis and Wanetta (Rinehart) Shumaker and graduated from Clear Fork High School in 1972. Athletic, Craig played football and was on […]
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Betty Joyce Shultz
Betty Joyce Shultz, 90, of Galion, passed away Monday July 24, 2023, surrounded by her family. Betty was born on July 18, 1933, in Hazleton, PA to the late John and Helen (Shaffer) Polgrean. Betty graduated from Hazleton High School, class of 1951. During her senior year of high school, Betty worked at Bell Telephone, […]
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Kris Allen Shaffer
Kris Allen Shaffer, age 55, of Shelby, died early Tuesday morning, July 25, 2023 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. Kris completed his life’s journey following a dignified and respectable battle with cancer. Kris was born March 6, 1968 in Shelby to Richard A. “Dick” and Sharon A. (Harding) Shaffer. A 1986 graduate of Shelby High School, […]
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Betty Jo Nichols
Betty Jo Nichols, 69, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023. Betty was born October 3, 1953, in Mansfield, to William Nichols and Betty J. (Carroll) Roy. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, helping people, and spending time with her grandchildren. Betty was known for her kindness to others, and she will be greatly missed. […]
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Lynne Swank
Lynne Swank, age 77, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the Arbors at Mifflin following a sudden illness. She was born on July 30, 1945 in Oswestry, England to parents Mack and Mary (Davies) Parman. A n exceptionally talented artist, Lynne shared her skill with many students as a Photography […]