Lawmakers tap brakes on call for universal free school meals for Utah kids
Tabled bill would have helped fund free school meals for all Utah K-12 students, regardless of financial circumstances.
10 things to do this Valentine's Day at the Shore, plus places to eat
From Galentine's Day roller-skating dates to a night at a pop-up bar, here are some ideas on how to spend Valentine's Day this year.
Salad bars in schools increase fruit intake without affecting vegetable consumption
School salad bars boost how much fruit kids eat but don't drive up vegetable intake, according to a new study by researchers ...
The five dishes kids should master at every age
Are children’s cooking skills evaporating? Nutrition experts think so. Recipes are no longer passed down the generations like ...
Farmers help fill school lunch trays with local food, but federal funds are less certain
Local food is finding its way into school districts through nonprofit co-ops and government-funded programs, but federal aid is now less certain.
Educators and parents testify about success of Minnesota school meals program, ask for continued funding
Schools served more than 150 million meals last year for students, under the new state program providing breakfast and lunch at no cost to families, regardless of their income, state education leaders ...
'My child's teacher wouldn't let her eat her lunch'
“i’d be personally speaking to the teacher. that is so wrong to say you can’t eat that. a family friend left a note in her kids lunchbox to show the teacher my kid will eat what they please so don’t ...
'It's a blessing': How grassroots groups are helping residents in Akron's food deserts
Here are a few of the local initiatives and people trying to stave off residents’ hunger for a better food system.
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I still hear my kids calling for help – Father of three siblings stuffed in freezer
It is with tears in my eyes that I speak. Every parent understands the pain of losing a child, but losing three at once is ...
I've been to 19 countries with my kids. Here are 5 that were more than worth it and 4 I'd probably skip next time.
After visiting 19 countries with my kids, I'd definitely go back to places like Iceland and Poland. However, I wouldn't take ...
‘Kids shouldn’t have to worry about that': Teacher raises money for students so they don’t go hungry after class
Sessa is always trying to raise money for his students. “I’ve tried candy sales. I’ve tried wrapping paper sales, cookie ...
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Eating disorder treatment center opens in Corvallis
Its adolescent program is up and running, with one for adults on the way. The team aims to fill a service gap in the ...