Influence of media on teen values and parenting today
A columnist discusses how television, radio, films, and records shape teen values more than past generations. It highlights violence, sex, alcohol, and beauty culture as pervasive forces while parents struggle to teach lasting traits. The piece advocates teaching media literacy and guiding children rather than avoidance.
Bicentennial events planned in Randolph county weeklong observance
Randolph County sponsors announce a week of Bicentennial activities starting today with two parades on Oct 9 and 10. Craft shows pottery exhibitions and street dancing fill the schedule along with musical programs. Denton Holland festival chair urges participation and notes participation certificates for weekend entrants. Costume contests on the courthouse steps award prizes for colonial attire with beard judging prior to start. A leg splitting contest and square dancing highlight Friday and Saturday night activities. The Salt Box opens Saturday with crafts for county seniors and a large parade is planned for 3 30 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday features a second set of events and parade concluding the weekend observance.
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