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When schools reach out
Read more: When schools reach outClark County Public Schools is reaching out. But are families equipped to reach back? In Clark County, fewer than half of children enter kindergarten ready to learn — and the challenges don’t stop there. For many families, navigating education systems means sitting in meetings without knowing what to ask, receiving forms that feel overwhelming, and stepping into spaces that don’t always feel designed for them. When families feel confident in these…
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Silent cry raises awareness of domestic violence
Read more: Silent cry raises awareness of domestic violenceSilent Cry is working to raise awareness of domestic violence while building support for a future shelter in Clark County. Director Brenda Marstella said the group hopes to help women and children who are victims of abuse through advocacy, services, and eventually transitional housing. A public awareness and fundraising event is planned for Saturday, June 6, at College Park in Winchester. Organizers say local businesses, churches, and volunteers are already offering…
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Leadership Tourism Day brings energy to Winchester
Read more: Leadership Tourism Day brings energy to WinchesterLeadership Tourism Day became far more than a guided tour — it evolved into a lively, community‑wide experience that highlighted the spirit of Winchester‑Clark County. From a curated “confidential” playlist to bold “Wear Where You’re From” Hawaiian shirts, the day carried its own momentum and sense of unity. Participants didn’t just learn about tourism; they lived it, moving through the community as a joyful, visible reflection of local pride. Residents noticed,…
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Her lived experience reveals what Kentucky’s family data misses
Read more: Her lived experience reveals what Kentucky’s family data missesValerie Frost argues that Kentucky’s high child abuse rankings tell only part of the story—and often the least important part. Data, she writes, cannot explain the generational loss of stability, the impact of the opioid crisis, or the families displaced by disasters and economic collapse. After years working inside Kentucky’s systems, Frost says the biggest gap isn’t effort but voice: families’ lived experiences are rarely centered, often filtered, and sometimes never…
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