December 18, 2012 in Alexandria Echo Press
Adults need to talk to children about the Connecticut elementary school shooting, but a Minnesota expert advises parents not to offer too much information.
“You have to just strike a balance,” Abi Gewirtz said. “Don’t avoid it, but don’t overwhelm them, either.” Continue Reading
October 10, 2012 in Worthington Daily Globe
Parents debate age for giving child a phone
WORTHINGTON Eric Murray, the manager of Cellular Only in Worthington, has noticed a rise in parents buying cellphones for children, which he attributes to people getting rid of land lines. Continue Reading
August 12, 2012 in West Central Tribune
Whether it’s the first full day of kindergarten, the start of senior year or time to leave for college, getting back into the routine of school is a transition. And let’s be honest: Transitioning back to school in the fall can be stressful. These four tips will help smooth over some of the most common rough spots during that first week of school.
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July 10, 2012 in The Dickinson Press
FULTS, Ill. (AP) As he watched his 10-year-old son ease a tractor across a soybean field, Dennis Mosbacher acknowledged the risks of farming. Continue Reading
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June 22, 2012 in WDAZ
Police say the main source and man in connection with both synthetic drug cases is behind bars tonight.
But will this stop what police call a ‘major’ drug problem in the area?
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April 4, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
Gov. Mark Dayton has signed a law requiring that both parents be notified if their child is a possible victim of abuse, neglect or sexual assault. Dayton signed the bill Wednesday that’s been dubbed “Jacob’s Law.” Continue Reading
March 26, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
Parenting observers cite the cancellation as a prime example of so-called “helicopter parents” those who hover over their children and are involved in every aspect of their children’s lives sports, school, and increasingly work to ensure that they don’t fail, even at an Easter egg hunt. Continue Reading
March 11, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
When most people think of “redshirting,” they think of first-year college athletes practicing with their teams, getting stronger and sitting out game day. But is a redshirt needed for learning letters, finger-painting and recess? It’s a choice more parents are demanding for their children as they look to give their kids an edge, according to a “60 Minutes” report last weekend. Continue Reading
March 8, 2012 in West Central Tribune
SPLENDORA, Texas (AP) Two children who were found living in a stench-filled abandoned school bus near Houston, its windows blocked and the lot around it covered in trash, are in the custody of Texas child welfare workers, officials said Thursday. Continue Reading
December 30, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald
Because of the high risk of underage drinking and driving this time of year, many parents open their homes to partying teens as a way to keep them off the roads. What some may not know is that liability laws can leave Mom and Dad vulnerable to lawsuits, fines and even jail time if underage drinking is found to be going on under their roof. Continue Reading
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