On August 19, 2003 Special Representative of the Secretary-General to Iraq, Sergio Viera de Mello and twenty-one of his colleagues died in a bomb attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad. All twenty-two individuals who perished were humanitarian aid workers. Five years later, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating August 19th as World Humanitarian Day (WHD) … [Read more...]
Our Kids Are Back In School
School is in session. This means traffic pattern changes for both foot traffic and vehicle traffic. Two highly dangerous times for Alaskan citizens are: 1) August – the month school starts; and 2) May – the month school lets out. Please be even more careful while driving and make every effort to ensure your child is visible to drivers. School Is In Session - Watch For Buses, … [Read more...]
National Back to School Prep Day
Annually on August 15, National Back to School Prep Day is observed. This day is set aside for school shopping and to start adjusting your schedule for the new school year. The school year may be different than the previous year, with the pandemic still happening. Virtual learning from home may be more common. How to Prep First, get your supplies ready. Check the list that your … [Read more...]
Thomas Edison Invents the Phonograph
On August 12, 1877, Thomas Edison invented the phonograph. It was originally an accident. However, it was a happy one as it turned out to be Edison’s favorite invention of the many he created. Edison constructed the phonograph while working on improvements to the telegraph and the telephone. The Phonograph’s Background In 1877, Edison was working on a machine that would transcribe … [Read more...]
Construction Continues – Drive Safely
There are a lot of fun activities to look forward to in summer, especially in Alaska. Gazing at the beautiful fireweed, fishing, and going to the Midnight Sun baseball game. However, there is one thing that may put a damper on the summer, construction zones. Construction zones can be a burdensome, but it is important that one learns to drive safely in them. Pay Attention When … [Read more...]
Happiness Happens Day
Happiness Happens Day August 8th, 2022 is Happiness Happens Day. While August is Happiness Happens Month. In 1998 The Secret Society of Happy People was founded. Initially, the “secret” was to share with others and talk openly about your happiness; Without “Debbie Downers” raining on happy parades. Which prompted SSHP’s slogan “Are you happier that you admit you are?” The Society … [Read more...]
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