Invasive Bug Triggers Emergency Quarantine

5 Things You Need to Know Today:

1. Infestation. A bug called the emerald ash borer beetle has caused an emergency quarantine after being found in Merrimack County. Hardwood firewood cannot leave the county without government approval in order to protect the state's ash trees.

 2. Amherst Patriots Cheer: If you have not done so already you will need to register your daughter by May 15th for uniform fitting so we can have all her forms ready for check-in. as Cheer Uniform fitting is scheduled for the May 15th at Amherst Middle School from, 5:00pm to 7:00pm. This a Mandatory fitting for all registered cheerleaders. All missing registration forms will need to be turned in this night except for end of year report cards. Forms of payment accepted for additional apparel purchases (Cash, Check & Credit Cards). You will only need to make one payment for all additional apparel purchased to Amherst Patriots. Any question about uniform fitting contact Andrea Merenda, Cheer Coordinator at zcheercoordinator@amherstpatriots.com.

3. What a doll. Kachina is the name of a religious ceremony of the Hopi Indians and of carved wooden dolls used in the ceremony. The word is also spelled Katchina or Katcina.

4. Stressed? Do stress balls actually work? Get that answer and more information on how to kick the stress out of your day.

5. Weather Report: Today: Overcast with showers at times. High 63F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40 percent. Tonight: Showers early becoming less numerous late. Low near 45F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60 percent.