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With children heading back to school, many young athletes will begin spending their afternoons at practices in preparation for fall sports. It is estimated that between 13 percent and 39 percent of children’s dental injuries occur while playing sports, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Therefore, experts at the University [Read More]

A young boy, grieving the recent loss of his mother, attempts to contact her with the help of his friends. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Zoey F. comments, “I like Spirit of Friendship because of the gorgeous scenery, appeal to kids, fitting background music and meaningful theme. This is a film [Read More]

According to the latest National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Park Pulse poll, eighty-six percent of U.S. adults say they are likely to visit a farmers market if one is located near their home. Parks and recreation facilities serve as popular spaces for local farmers markets. Ensuring easy access to [Read More]

A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loyalty. Humble fisherman João (Jean Reno) has turned away from the world in the wake of tragedy. But when he discovers a penguin drifting alone in [Read More]

The U.S. National Science Foundation announces the NSF Game Maker Awards “Life in 2100” competition for K-12 students. To commemorate the agency’s milestone 75th anniversary, this competition invites students to create video games that imagine life 75 years from now – in the year 2100. The journey to “Life in [Read More]

The Little Hammies race at Lakeshore Foundation on Aug. 28 at 5 p.m. focuses on inclusion for all.  With the event also taking place on the day of the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, the event will have a very cool vibe and will bring to the forefront the [Read More]

The all-new Paramount+ original 2D animated series, Tales Of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, explores the adventures of everyone’s favorite pizza-loving heroes as they emerge from the sewers onto the streets of NYC. Leo, Raph, Donnie and Mikey are faced with new threats and team up with old allies to [Read More]

Half of pregnancy-related deaths in Alabama occur in the first six weeks postpartum. Studies show early recognition and treatment of post-birth complications can prevent many of these deaths. The Alabama Perinatal Quality Collaborative, housed in the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health, launched a Postpartum Awareness Bracelet pilot program in [Read More]

This September, in recognition of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) will announce its 12th annual A State of Teal Awareness Campaign and host its 15th annual Head Over Teal 5K/10K. LCBF’s A State of Teal Awareness Campaign will begin on September 1 and continue throughout the month; its goal to highlight the [Read More]

Pools, barbeques, lake days and beach weekends — it is the soundtrack of summer. While swimming is a great way to stay cool in the sweltering heat, the continuous introduction of water to ears can lead to a summer afternoon in the doctor’s office. Bacterial otitis externa, more commonly known [Read More]