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Winter challenge centered on books about racism

Shawano County Library is holding a community winter challenge as people read “Stamped from the Beginning” by Ibram X. Kendi during February. The reading challenge will run Feb. 1-28. Participants can register for the challenge at https://shawanolibrary.beanstack.org/reader365 or by using the Beanstack Tracker app. There are also several family-friendly companion books available to read, including “Stamped” by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X.
Toys for Tots comes through for local children
The Shawano County Toys For Tots campaign collected 4,329 toys and books in the area for its 2021 campaign. Of those, 3,444 were gathered from the organization’s collection boxes.
Life Line Screening coming to Boarders Inn
Residents living in and around Shawano can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Boarders Inn and Suites, W7393 River Bend Road, Shawano, will host the event on Feb. 26.
Ag in the Classroom offers matching grants
The Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Program is accepting applications for matching grants, up to $500, that will be awarded to groups conducting activities that promote agricultural literacy in K-12 schools. Projects that use funds toward an ongoing, sustainable education effort will receive preference over one-time programs. Applicants must have a matching donor for their project equal to the amount of the Ag in the Classroom grant.
CLUB NOTES: Wabeno American Legion Sylvan Post 44
The Wabeno American Legion Sylvan Post 44 donated to many veteran homes and organizations such as Camp American Legion, King Veterans Home, Iron Mountain Veteran Hospital, Milwaukee VA, Team Rubicon, American Legion Auxiliary (who also donates to many veteran and community organizations), High Ground Veteran’s Camp, Vets for Vets, Vets Roll, Veteran Golf Outing (honoring World War II Veterans), the Community Health Fund Christian Food Pantry, and
ThedaCare physician provides tips for better sleep
A third of American adults say they’re not getting the recommended number of sleep hours each night, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Generally, healthy adults need a minimum seven to nine hours per night up to age 65. Older adults benefit from at least seven to eight hours of sleep per night. “When we don’t get enough sleep, we can experience a number of health effects,” said Dr.
Precautions should be taken with winter activity
With the first indications of winter arriving in northeast and central Wisconsin, many people will be excited about the winter activities that will follow. To help keep the season safe and fun, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. “When the snow sticks to the ground, people may be eager to get back to favorite activities like skiing, snowboarding or skating,” said Dr.
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