July 2023

Project S.H.A.R.E. to connect families with benefit programs, free backpacks Aug. 10

The seventh annual Project S.H.A.R.E. event will be held Aug. 10 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Martin Community Center. This one-stop resource event was developed through a partnership between the Marshall Public School Social Work Department and the Missouri Valley Community Action Agency to help alleviate the multiple needs of students and families at back to school time. The name, Project S.H.A.R.E., stands for Safety, Health, and Resource Education. This event provides a one-stop location for services and resources.

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Safety on the road

(NAPSI)—When you plan road trips with family and friends, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is as safe as possible. Many vehicle owners may remember important tasks like changing the oil or replacing the wiper blades, but they often overlook the need to check for and repair open safety recalls.

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Discover Nature with MDC at State Fair Aug. 10-20

SEDALIA -- Discover nature with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia Aug. 10-20. Visit the MDC Conservation Building from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the children’s Xplor Zone from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to see live fish and other native animals such as snakes, turtles, and amphibians. Learn about and see displays of native plants that help butterflies and other important pollinators. Ask MDC staff conservation- related questions, get educational materials, and have fun. Join MDC on Friday, Aug. 11, for Missouri Department of Conservation Day -- a full day of fun and excitement sponsored by MDC! For more information, visit mostatefair.com.

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