Cursive Back in Schools Gains Momentum Across States
Editorial notes cursive may return as a required skill in schools. It cites Common Core removal, 23 states mandating cursive by 2024 including California and New Hampshire, plus studies from PLOS and Norwegian researchers showing cognitive benefits and brain activation from handwriting. New York state leaves cursive decisions to districts.
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Turkey Trot oldest footrace starts 1896 in Buffalo area
The YMCA Turkey Trot began in 1896 with six runners on dirt roads and in 129 years remains the world’s oldest consecutively held footrace near Thanksgiving. It runs from Delaware Avenue to Franklin Street. 8K registration is at YMCA TurkeyTrot.org with proceeds supporting YMCA programs.
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Urban withdraws from Lancaster Highway Supervisor race
39 years ago on August 8 1985 the Bee reports Republican endorsed candidate Robert Urban will not run for Lancaster Town Highway Superintendent for personal reasons. Urban’s name remains on the Sept 10 primary ballot though he asked supporters not to campaign and the party will seek no replacement. Local GOP chair Michael Gallo notes withdrawal informed 12 days earlier and no action possible until after the primary. Town Board considers lowering speed limits with a plan to cut Como Park Blvd from 45 mph to 35 mph between Transit Road and the village boundary.
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