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Mercer teacher hopes to never stop learning
kpeek@amnews.comTo never stop learning is the goal for Eve Kersey, a sixth-grade teacher at King Middle School in Harrodsburg. “I love learning, so I’m just going to learn as much as I can. That’s probably why I became a teacher, because I love...Tags: Weather, Education, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Students, Research
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Going Green: 'Save the Salamanders' -- decline those chopsticks
Contributing writerI really enjoy eating out and I really enjoy finding unique cuisines I haven't tried before or only get the chance to eat on rare occasions. One of my favorite foods is sushi. I always use chopsticks to eat sushi, because it's the right way to eat it...Tags: Foods and Beverages, Lifestyle and Leisure, Conservation, Restaurants, Sushi and Sashimi
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The appeal of Buddhism
Contributing WriterEditor’s note: This is the last article in an 11-part series on Buddhism. Buddhism does not appeal to everybody, but it does appeal to some. Why? Here are a few of the reasons. In 1982, I participated, along with 59 other “students," in...Tags: Religion and Belief, Dalai Lama, Biology, Roman Catholicism, Environmental Issues
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EARLY START: Yoga teacher enjoys helping kids embark on a healthy lifestyle
jking@amnews.comHas there ever been anything as endearing — ever — as a circle of preschoolers in a criss-cross-applesauce pose, hands prayfully clasped, bidding “Namaste” in unison? It is something Shonna Storz gets to experience dozens of times...Tags: Florida State University, Education, Health and Safety at School, High Blood Pressure, Biology
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Jim Beam preserve offers hikers a local option
jkleppinger@jessaminejournal.comDozens of feet plodded the dirt as they trekked beneath tall trees and above the Kentucky River, close enough to hear the flowing water. They were treading a Jessamine County trail off the beaten path that is open year-round for hikers and nature-lovers....Tags: Nature, Social Issues, Kentucky, Conservation, Wisconsin
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Going Green: Questions to ask before choosing an exotic pet
amandawheelerphoto@live.comWhen getting a pet, most people opt for dogs and cats. Some get livestock like cows, horses, chickens or pigs. Others decide to get more exotic pets like snakes, parrots, chinchillas or lizards. Most people know the important things to consider when...Tags: Nature, Conservation, Endangered Species, Wildlife, Pets
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Controversial outdoor facility could mean jobs, revenue for Clark
The Winchester SunLexington landowner Burgess Carey’s controversial plan to open a facility in Fayette County that would include hiking and mountain bike trails, along with a canopy tour over the Boone Creek Gorge, also includes areas of Clark County. Boone Creek...Tags: Tourism and Leisure, Fishing, Theme Park Vacations, Trips and Vacations, Lifestyle and Leisure
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Eco Camp gives teens opportunity to put ecology lessons to use
The Winchester SunBeginning Aug. 1, local teenagers will have an opportunity to spend a fun-filled week learning about the environment and how to enhance, use and protect it for future generations, all for free. Eco Camp 2011 is a joint venture of local manufacturer...Tags: Human Interest, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Conservation, Environmental Issues, Health
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We¿re seeing the consequences of climate change
The Mississippi River has risen to levels never seen in U.S. history — lapping levee tops and threatening cities and hamlets from Memphis to the Gulf. Floodwaters cover an area the size of Connecticut, the result of a record 90 inches of...Tags: Arizona, Environmental Issues, Barack Obama, Peter Shumlin, Disasters and Accidents
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Brown completes Eagle Scout service project
news@jessaminejournal.comTo attain the rank of Eagle Scout, a Scout must complete numerous requirements over several years. Of these, the leadership service project is the most difficult. The project must benefit a public or nonprofit entity, and while demonstrating leadership,...Tags: Forestry and Timber, Science, Kentucky, Conservation, Science and Technology
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Centre students investigate realities of Gulf oil spill
It seems everyone has an opinion on the massive Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico last summer.
A myriad of media figures, corporate public relations employees, government spokespeople, environmentalists, politicians and pundits all...Tags: BP Plc, Corruption, Corporate Crime, Mexico, Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill (2010)
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Riekert: It's not nice to fool with Mother Nature
“What do you think of this weather?” said a man in the doctor’s office. “I think Al Gore’s got a lot of explaining to do,” said another man. “But he’s probably afraid to show his face with all this snow.&...Tags: Weather, Nature, Steve Beshear, Labor Legislation, Kentucky
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