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  • Below you will find information about reporting sick deer that are suspected of having CWD. Here are some facts about CWD taken from What Is Chronic Wasting Disease? | Department Of Natural Resources Division. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a neurological disease of deer, elk, and moose caused by misfolded proteins called prions. These defective…

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  • Car Seat Safety

    Parents and caregivers can model safety for their kids. Research shows there is a strong correlation between caregivers who buckle up and their child passengers’ seat belt use. In 2023, of the child passengers killed in crashes while riding with an unbuckled driver, 64% of those children were also unbuckled.

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  • Get Moving

    Start the new year right by working toward 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week.

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  •                 It may not seem like it but we are in the winter season. The low rainfall and high temperatures are reminiscent of fall. We are nearing some record or even above record temperatures for this time of year. I say this as a preface to growing your own fruit and vegetables. We are lucky…

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  • Have you registered your child’s car seat? Registering your car seat ensures you’ll be notified about important safety recalls and updates directly from the manufacturer. Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat to learn more.

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  • January Recipe

    This month’s featured recipe for January is Cajun Style Fish and Grits. This is a warm, hearty meal, and perfect for colder weather.

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