To the editor, The “River Story” is a common way to describe the importance of planning as well as prevention. Very succinctly the story goes, people were drowning in the river, but the rescuer could not save them all, so he/she went upstream to determine why they were falling into the river and created a barrier to avoid falling from…
Read MoreDay: January 9, 2022
Winners told in American Legion fifth grade essay contest
The American Legion annually conducts an essay for fifth graders on the topic “What the Flag Means to Me.” The purpose of the essay contest is for students to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation for the United States flag and gain knowledge of flag etiquette and respect for the flag. It also allows students to practice their writing skills. A…
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