Health career fair boosts interest in nursing careers
Heather Randolph a 16 year certified nurses aide at Kearny County Hospital attends Garden City Community College Health Career Fair to explore becoming a registered nurse. Fifteen health care employers and training providers participated as Wells notes the event’s growth and broader college participation. The fair runs 10 am to 2 pm at GCCC and aims to connect students with education and employment options in allied health.
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Democrats in coal states split over Obama EPA rules
In St Clairsville Ohio coal supporters blame President Obama and the EPA for strict air standards and greenhouse gas guidelines that threaten the industry vital to Appalachia. The town shows campaign signs while residents criticize federal regulation as a war on coal.
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Romney crowds surge as election near in Sidney Ohio
Mitt Romney drew a large, energized crowd of about 9,500 in Sidney Ohio on an October evening. A nurse from Sidney said she hopes to see the next president. The boost followed strong debate performance and renewed campaign momentum across states.
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United Way funds day care to serve healthy meals
A Finney County United Way initiative backs a local day care with healthier meals as part of the 2013 funding drive. The piece is the 12th in a series highlighting the 21 agencies receiving support.
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Garden City Day Care to Receive $25,000 from United Way
Jessica Bird, director of Community Day Care Center in Garden City, says the center teaches life skills to boost education and will receive $25,000 from Finney County United Way, up from $21,000 in 2012. The money funds healthy lunches for enrolled students.
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Day care uses garden and United Way funds to boost healthy meals
Bird, director of a 26 member staff day care, explains United Way funding supports fresh fruits and vegetables in meals and snacks. The program includes a learning garden with 12 to 13 plots that grows tomatoes, zucchini, squash, and pumpkins, helping children aged 2 weeks to 5 years try new foods and combat obesity. Zucchini bread has become a favorite snack.
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