Tag: summer
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July Marks UV Safety Month, Fairfax County Urges Sun Protection
Health groups nationwide have designated July as UV Safety Month, reminding Fairfax County residents about the dangers of sun exposure. With long summer days, locals are urged to take precautions against harmful UV radiation while enjoying outdoor activities.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceEducationState Governments UV Safety MonthFairfax CountySun ProtectionUV RadiationSummerOutdoor ActivitiesFairfax County Emergency Information
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Fairfax County Schools Open Grounds for Summer Public Use
Fairfax County schools are opening their grounds this summer, providing public access to playgrounds, courts, and tracks for individual use. Prohibited items include alcohol and tobacco, ensuring a safe recreational environment.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEducationState GovernmentsTransportationSocial Issues Fairfax CountySchoolsSummerRecreationPlaygroundsPublic AccessOutdoor ActivitiesFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Media Monitor: Poynter offers local reporters five summer project ideas
Poynter's Kelly McBride suggests five "quirky" summer reporting projects for local journalists, focusing on topics like recycling, voter turnout, and housing costs to engage audiences.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducationArtificial IntelligenceElection Local JournalismReporting ProjectsSummerRecyclingVoter ParticipationHousing CostsProduceKristen Hare | Poynter
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Highlights "Summertime Blues," New Artists and Jazz Legend's Passing
NPR Music explores the 'summertime blues' with Eddie Cochran, reviews new artist Imani Imani, discusses road trip playlists, and reports on the passing of jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim, according to its latest newsletter.
EntertainmentMediaSportPolitics and GovernmentMusicDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsLatin AmericaAfrica NPR MusicSummerEddie CochranAbdullah IbrahimCuban MusicImani ImaniRoad Trip Playlists
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Fairfax County Emphasizes Lightning Safety During Awareness Week
Fairfax County Emergency Information highlights lightning as a deadly, underrated summer hazard. During Lightning Safety Awareness Week, the county urges residents to remember, "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors," to protect themselves from sudden strikes.
WeatherHealthGeneral WeatherEducationSocial Issues Lightning SafetyFairfax CountyWeather HazardsEmergency PreparednessSummerAwareness WeekFairfax County Emergency Information
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Chesterfield County Kicks Off Summer with June Activities
Chesterfield County welcomes summer in June with diverse activities. Residents and visitors can enjoy outdoor adventures at state parks, explore local shops and cafes, and experience the vibrant Latino Farmers Market, aligning with International Day of Play and the World…
BusinessEntertainmentSportEconomyEducationSocial Issues Chesterfield CountySummerActivitiesPocahontas State ParkRockwood ParkLatino Farmers MarketOutdoor Recreation
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Forecasts Above-Average Summer Temperatures for Most of U.S.
USA TODAY reports that most of the U.S. is expected to experience above-average temperatures this summer, with the Midwest being an exception where the forecast remains uncertain.
WeatherGeneral Weather SummerTemperature ForecastMidwestUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: USA Today Reports Summer Weather Shift for Midwest, Northeast
USA Today reports a significant weather pattern change, forecasting a "sudden summer" for the Midwest and Northeast after a chilly start to May.
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