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Budget Woes Are Re-defining “Public Service”
Editor’s Note: This column, “LBWA” (Leadership By Wandering Around), is based on the premise that, in order to find out what’s going on in the field, a parks and rec leader has to leave his or her desk and “wander … Continue reading
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Peaceful Play Includes Children Of All Abilities Rockville, Md.–By the time Mattie T. J. Stepanek passed away shortly before his fourteenth birthday, he had already authored many books and had become a symbol of peace. He was known by way … Continue reading
Building Memories
The picture is forever etched in my mind–my son, sitting on our garage steps, protective ear muffs pushing back a shock of sun-bleached, blond hair–his favorite plastic blue hammer in his right hand and a block of wood in his … Continue reading
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Ahhh, Sweet Summer
There’s a spot in my backyard where the grass slopes gently to the property line and the lone survivor of Dutch Elm disease spreads its shade, making it perfect for a quick nap. Last night, as the family waited for … Continue reading
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Bobcat And Polaris Form Alliance West Fargo, N.D.–Bobcat Company and Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., announces a long-term strategic alliance that will leverage the strengths of both companies to penetrate work-related market segments globally. The alliance will include co-development … Continue reading