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Making Memories
Kim Turner loved competing in track during her high-school days. She thoroughly enjoyed being a member of the school’s cheerleading squad, too. But her favorite memories—the ones that still resonate and are powerful enough to put a smile on her … Continue reading
Posted in April 2013, Columns, Issues, Parks and Rec Business, Sports Spotlight
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Teaching Toughness
Comedian/actor Dennis Leary has written several books that have the same common-sense, knock-you-upside-the-head candor. Also, Leary’s voice can be heard on the Ford truck commercials urging viewers to “listen up” and “get it straight.” He’s become an icon of the … Continue reading
Posted in A Step Ahead, April 2013, Columns, Issues, Parks and Rec Business
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Were You April Fooled?
As you read this Week-Ender, April Fool’s Day will already have passed, and I am wondering how many of you were reminded of the day by someone playing a prank on you? For practical jokers, April Fool’s Day is liberation … Continue reading
Posted in Columns, Parks and Rec Business, The Week-Ender
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Aquatic Maintenance Is “Serious” Fun
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
Posted in April 2013, Columns, Issues, LBWA, Parks and Rec Business
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