Mother’s Day Surprise! By: Stephen Krensky Violet is a young snake who likes to play with the other animals in the forest. But when spring arrives, her friends get very busy making presents for Mother’s Day. Violet is glad everyone’s working so hard, but what can she do for her own mother? Without
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How to Talk to your Kids
Do you ever get the feeling that you tucked your child into bed and you wake up with a completely different one? Kids are constantly changing and growing up, meaning we are constantly re-examining our approach to parenting. Communication is one of the biggest and most important tools we have to
Journalism Students Takeover!
“In the community, Colonel Cast News and Colonel Journal actively seek partnerships within the community to practice the craft of making good media and making Henderson a better place. This has involved helping local businesses create multimedia content, doing live and recorded video production for
2023 Kids Takeover Ad Contest
The fifth annual Kids Takeover Ad Design contest was a huge success! Kids from across the city and county completed the ad templates for their chance to win. Each business judged the entries and chose the winners. Thank you to all of the kids who entered the contest and for all of the businesses
A Day in the Life of a Superintendent
Henderson County High School senior, Bryce Tapp, recently had the opportunity to spend the day shadowing Superintendent, Dr. Lawson. Bryce plans to pursue his degree in education, and this was an opportunity for him to see what it would really be like to “take over” someday as Henderson County’s
The Port
HELP AND HOPE FOR HENDERSON’S TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS Photo by Darrin Phegley The Port, whose doors opened in October of 2022, serves as a beacon of hope for many 16- to 25-year-olds in the Henderson area. This organization provides free services to teen and young adults within the age range,
Happy Birthday, Little One
A Birthday Bag Program Bringing Support to New Parents Photo by Darrin Phegley Welcome Baby! A new baby is an exciting time in a parent’s life. Parents leave the hospital with hearts full of love for their new bundle of joy, but with that comes the heavy responsibility of caring for a new life.
Egg Carton Flower Craft
Written by Avery Source Photo by Jamie Plain Here is a fun craft for you to do to celebrate: the Spring season, Earth day, and crafting! It is a great way to use typical things that you would throw away, into a super fun craft! WHAT YOU’ll NEED: ››Egg carton ››Fun Colors of paint! ››Paper
Simple & Healthy Fruit Pops
Photos by Jamie Plain These tasty popsicles are the perfect treat to cool down with as the weather warms up! Not only are they an easy healthy snack, they’re completely customizable for the pickiest of eaters. All you need is a popsicle mold, sticks, your favorite fresh fruit, and a liquid to hold
Parent Profile: Kelly Palmer
Tell us a little about yourself (Family, kids, pets, etc) My husband Todd and I have a total of 5 children (4 boys and 1 girl), 1 grandson (who is the absolute best), a granddaughter (on the way), and 3 dogs ( I would totally have more dogs). We also have the best extended family and friends. We
Calling all Hendersonians!