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The Horizon issue for Friday, July 7 was accidentally not sent. We apologize for sending later than usual.
Union County Celebrates Completion of Board of Elections Building Expansion
The Union County Board of Elections and county leaders celebrated the completion of a significant building expansion project for the Board of Elections office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
The expanded facility will allow staff to serve the needs of our growing community better. It includes both renovations to the previous office space, as well as a new attached facility that provides space to securely store voting equipment, a multipurpose room, a loading dock, enhanced building security, and more.
Click here to read the full story and see photos.
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Public Health Now Offering Books at Well-Child Visits
Union County Public Health has recently introduced a new program called "Reach Out and Read" as part of regular pediatric checkups. Pediatric healthcare providers will advise parents about the importance of reading aloud and giving developmentally appropriate books to children.
Click to read the full story.
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Close the Digital Divide by Taking This NCDIT Survey
Your input matters in closing the digital divide! The N.C. Department of Information Technology wants to hear from you about web accessibility, device affordability, and digital skills. Your input will help inform state digital equity plans to bridge the gap between areas in North Carolina rich in digital resources and areas in the state that are lacking. Click here to take the survey.
School Supply Drives
You can make a difference!
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Mix, Measure, & Make!
Mix, measure and make healthy snacks with Expanded Food and Nutrition Program Educator Judith Garcia at the Lois Morgan Edwards Memorial Library on July 13, 1-2 p.m. Designed for grades K-5. Register your child and save a spot today.
Don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Program at any of our library locations.
Want to Beat the Summer Heat?
Climate models predict that extreme heat will become more frequent and intense as climate change continues. It is important for individuals, as well as communities, to understand the risks and actions needed to take in order to prepare for extreme heat. Click here to access information on how to prepare for extreme heat and additional resources.
E-Cigarettes & Vaping
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these are the most common reasons kids vape:
55% of kids are "curious about them."
31% use by "friend or family member."
22% say the availability of "flavors such as mint, candy, fruit or chocolate." Talk to your child about the dangers of vaping.
Get started with the Live Vape Free program to help you quit vaping in a way that works for you.
Text VAPEFREE to 873373
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