Q: “ I am a single mom of two kids, ages 3 and 6. I realize that I work a hard schedule. I want the times that I am with my children to be fun and pleasant. I find myself being cranky and my patience is very thin. I will holler and yell at times and then I feel guilty. Plus it doesn’t help or stop
Stories
The Book Nook
All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library. The Spooky Wheels on the Bus By: J. Elizabeth Mills A haunted Halloween bus ride that will have children singing with excitement. THE SPOOKY WHEELS ON THE BUS is a humorous Halloween-themed version of
Teaching Bicycle Safety One Ride at a Time
Photos by Chelsie McElfresh These rides take place on Fridays at 9AM and Saturdays at 8AM and focus on bicycle safety. The Saturday rides are a little longer than those on Fridays, but both days are for all age groups and all skill levels. Mr. Priest emphasized that the rides were “no drop
Building a Community of Women Through Running
Photo by Chelsie McElfresh Running has been part of Lindsay Locasto’s life for the past 10 years. She has completed half marathons, the Chicago Marathon in 2016 and numerous 5Ks in the local area. She has also been a yoga instructor for the past 11 years. Lindsay, who is the Executive Director of
Halloween Popcorn Balls
Photos by Jamie Alexander Popcorn balls are always popular around Halloween. The classic type of popcorn balls include some candy-making work (sugar-melting, thermometers, etc) that not everybody is always interested in. That’s why this “melt everything together and be done with it” version is
Parent Profile: Lee Jordan
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us about your family? Kids, pets, etc. My wife, Sally, and I have been married for 11 years. We have two wonderful children, Winnie (10) and Albie (8). We have an Airedale terrier, Scarlett (9), and two French bulldogs Maddie (4) and her daughter, Rosie
The Book Nook
School of Fish Rocking the Tide By: Jane Yolen Starting at a new school is never easy, but it can also be really exciting. Beginning readers can follow along as one intrepid little fish goes through the many emotions associated with a new school experience! The Little School
Read, Read, Read!
Finding A Love For Reading Through HCS Read Program Four years ago, Henderson County Schools started the HCS Reads initiative as a way for the school district to partner with families in our community to inspire a love of reading. You may be familiar with the popular “Winter Reading Challenge”
A Letter from Henderson County Schools New Superintendent, Bob Lawson
Dear Henderson Families, It is with great enthusiasm that my family and I are returning to Henderson. Sarah and I have a love for the Henderson community, Henderson County Schools and consider ourselves Hendersonians. As many of you may already know, we lived in Henderson previously for a total
2020 Henderson Family Favorite Winners
We are excited to announce the winners of our first ever Henderson Family Favorites contest, where you, our loyal and trustworthy readers, have the opportunity to make your voices heard. Hundreds of you cast your votes for your favorite local spots — from pediatrician to preschools, and sweet treats
Calling all Hendersonians!