The Altus Times

3 Tips for Creating a Summer of Unplugged Fun

(Family Features) Between school, work and entertainment, there are times when screens can seem like a pervasive part of modern life. Consider these tips for creating unplugged fun as a family.

Postal Service Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act

(NAPSI)—The U.S. Postal Service will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) with the release of a new set of stamps on May 19. The stamps showcase photographs of 20 …

3 Essential Packing Tips for Summer Camp

(BPT) - Summer camp season is nearly upon us. Whether that means your kids are canoeing at the lake, scoring s’mores at …
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Preparing Your Children for Kindergarten

(Family Features) Being ready for kindergarten is about far more than writing names and reciting the ABCs. It is also about …
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Marine Toys for Tots Brings Joy to Children in Foster Care

(NewsUSA) - May is National Foster Care Month, and the Marine Toys for Tots Program continues to expand its support beyond the …
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Co-Occurring Conditions: Exploring the Link Between Mental Illness and Substance Use

(BPT) - Mental Health Awareness Month provides a meaningful opportunity to improve understanding and provide compassionate support for …
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Learning money matters: 3 things for new grads to learn this summer

(BPT) - Graduation is an important milestone, whether your child is graduating from elementary school, high school or college. With …
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4 ways to keep your family fueled and healthy during busy sports season

(BPT) - Being involved in sports is a great way to enjoy the warm weather, bond with your kids and create long-lasting memories. It's …
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Move All Summer Long: 5 activities to keep children active

(Family Features) Everybody, no matter their age, can benefit from daily physical activity. Consider these five activities to encourage children to get moving.

Escape the everyday routine and make family memories this summer

(BPT) - There's a reason summer is a popular time to vacation. With the kids out of school, and the weather warming up, take advantage of the sunshine and your family's more flexible schedule to …

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Why allergy season is getting worse — and what you can do about it

(BPT) - Does it feel like your allergy symptoms keep getting worse every year, and seem to last a lot longer, too? If so, you're not …
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Nine in ten parents say their child is at grade level. About one in four are.

(BPT) - Shareeda Jones thought her nine-year-old daughter was doing well in school, even during the pandemic when remote and hybrid …
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Masterpieces of Home Entertainment and Modern Living: The Evolution of LG OLED Continues

(BPT) - Over the past decade, LG has solidified its leadership of the premium TV market through the continuous evolution of its OLED …
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Six ways homeowners can lower residential cooling bills this summer

(BPT) - The YORK® brand of Johnson Controls, the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has compiled six …
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Non-flushable wipes with “Do Not Flush” symbol go in the trash, not the toilet

(BPT) - If you have a pack or two of wet wipes around the house, you know how convenient and helpful these household items can be. …
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