Reminder: Weed Warriors hosts wildlife habitat meeting Jan. 18
January 17, 2014
NEW — 3 p.m. Jan. 17, 2014
Newcastle residents can learn how to make their yards wildlife-friendly at a 10 a.m. Jan. 18 gathering.
The Newcastle Weed Warriors will host a meeting to share information about a citywide effort to earn National Wildlife Federation Community Wildlife Habitat Certification.
To obtain the certification, residents must commit to providing food, water, cover and a place for wildlife to raise offspring. A healthy habitat can be in a variety of places, including a backyard, a local city space or even an apartment balcony.
The event features a speaker from Eastside Pond Building, door prizes and refreshments. Read more
Reminder: Hazen wrestlers tackle pancreatic cancer Jan. 17
January 16, 2014
NEW — 1:10 p.m. Jan. 16, 2014
By Rob Nichols
Rory Magana (second from left), Hazen High School wrestling coach, stands with his wife Alyssa, mother Susie and brother Kyle at last year’s Taking Down Pancreatic Cancer event.
The Hazen High School wrestling team will do its part to fight back against a deadly disease with its annual Taking Down Pancreatic Cancer dual meet Jan. 17. Read more
Steve Litzow hosts telephone town hall
January 14, 2014
NEW — 10 a.m. Jan. 14, 2014
Steve Litzow
State Sen. Steve Litzow invites residents of the 41st District to join him for a telephone town-hall meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 16.
The one-hour forum will be largely question-driven by participants who will have the opportunity to discuss issues before the Legislature during the 2014 session.
Many residents will receive a call inviting them to join as the meeting begins and may simply stay on the line to participate; they also have the option to call in toll-free by dialing 1-877-229-8493 and entering the code 110085. Read more
Vacation awaits at the Newcastle Library
January 13, 2014
NEW — 10:30 a.m. Jan. 13, 2014
*In a new, quarterly feature, the staff of the Newcastle Library will educate readers about all that the local library offers and more. Contact the staff at newcastlelibrary@kcls.org with questions.*
Once upon a time, you dreamed of taking that Hawaiian vacation in the middle of February. Alas, you had no extra money to fund your sun-seeking trip. How do all those other February travelers save up enough money? Look no further than your local library to help you save toward that goal!
We researched the spending habits of average Americans and found people spend quite a lot on items you can get from your library for free. Let us tantalize you with a few examples of how we can help put money back in your pocket. Read more
