Zoning Public Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to get citizen input on the adoption of the County Zoning Ordinance Amendment.

Will I Really Get a Laptop for Forwarding an Email?

We've all received emails that sound too good to be true. Do you know how to find out if it is?

What Do the Dates Mean on My Egg Carton?

Have you ever wondered what the date on your egg carton really means or what all the numbers stamped on there represent?

Home Maintenance

Spring is here and it is a good time to inspect your home to see how it fared over the winter season.

Noonliting: Moving Towards a Healthier You

Have you slipped back to your old behaviors after your New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier and be more physically active?

Removing Mineral Deposits

If you have hard water, there will be an increase in the amount of films and stains from soap, minerals, and other substances.

Garden Chores for April

Get out and get moving -- it's time for those April garden chores!

Pet Picture of the Week

Congratulations to Paula & Daryl Fox of Arden for the picture of their dogs, Abigail & Winston.

Recipe of the Week - Chocolate Pretzels

Congratulations to Aaron Smith of Arden for his Chocolate Pretzels recipe!

The idea behind National TV Turn-Off week is really simple – turning off the TV can improve your health and your life.

This is very important because number of hours people watch TV is at an all-time high! According to 2006 Nielsen data, the average American family has the TV on for 8 hours each day - an hour more than just a decade ago.

When the TV is on in the house, it’s not just the adults who are getting sucked in. The average American child will spend more time in front of the television (1,023 hours) than in school (900 hours).

So this April 23-29, encourage your family and friends to join people all across the world and celebrate the week by leaving the TV off and being physically active instead.

TV-Turnoff Week is supported by over 70 national organizations including the American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, National Education Association, and President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. For ideas on TV-free activities your family can enjoy or how to “Tame the Tube” year-round, visit http://www.myeatsmartmovemore.com/st_tube.html.

More info on TV Turn-off Week

Begins Monday, April 2 - 10am
Pack Memorial Library
67 Haywood Street
251-4700

Try your hand at recycled art by forming your own trash sculpture. Creations must be made from clean trash and no bigger than 1.5 cubic ft. These art works will be on display in the Pack Children’s Department during April. Winners will be announced on Earth Day - Sunday, April 22nd. One grand winner and two runners-up will be awarded prizes.

All entries should be from kids age 12 or under, have the artist name included and submitted to the Children’s department at Pack Library no later than Friday, April 20. Parents please note: This is a children's contest so please give minimum input.

• Date:  April 28 from 8:30 - 11:30 am
• Location:  Lake Julian
• Cost:  $5 per child
• Register:  Pre-registration or register at event from 8:00-8:30am.

The age categories are 5 and under, 6-10 and 11-15. Prizes will be awarded in each age category for biggest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. Prizes will be awarded in the casting contest in each age category.

Complete details & Registration form

For more information, call 684-0376.

Here's a first look at the new Sheriff's car design.  You'll see these out and about soon.