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19 Cherokee County Educators Named Apple Teachers
Apple Teachers are recognized for using technology such as Ipads and Macs to help create a more creative learning environment.

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Apple Teachers are recognized for using technology such as Ipads and Macs to help create a more creative learning environment.

Clark Atlanta University has been awarded a $40K grant to host a two week residential STEM program for the High School STEM Institute.
Sugar Land has partnered with Shape Up Fort Bend to celebrate National Bike Month on May 12.
The enforcement period will include Memorial Day weekend to monitor alcohol related traffic incidents.
Sugar Land will be hosting its 9th annual Memorial Day Ceremony to honor veterans that protect the nation.
The annual Run To Remember is a 10K & 5K run that honors individuals who lost their lives in the line on duty.
The four week 'That’s It – Learn to Quit' program will aim to teach a variety of methods to help individuals quit smoking.
The camp is designed for children ages 12-14 to learn about the law enforcement careers through demonstrations and hands on activities.
All proceeds will go towards Military Suicide Awareness Programs of the Putnam County Suicide Task force.
General admission tickets are $15 at the door, $13 in advance and $6 for students.
Both police departments will be participating in the pilot program to provide Police Social Services to McHenry County residents.
All levels of talent are encouraged to participate at auditions on May 6 at Playhouse 38.
Algonquin has received the Certificate of Environmental Achievement for its commitment to sustainability in the community.
Comcast NBCUniversal partnered with Canterbury Elementary to work on a garden revitalization project as part of National Volunteer Month.
Free health screenings will be available including: cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, bone density starting at 8 A.M.
Martha Robles, Director of Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland received the Liberty Bell Award on May 1.
Eighteen emergency response volunteers have completed training to join the Emergency Response Team to help with local emergencies.
The festival celebrates older adults participation across Fairfax County to celebrate arts through music, dance, and theatre.
Thoma Bravo has acquired Lexmark's Enterprise Software business which is made of Kofax, ReadSoft and Perceptive Software.
The Anne Arundel County Board of Education will leave meal prices at schools the same for the 2017-2018 school year.