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What I want to be when I grow up |
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Written by Suzie Sage
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Friday, 27 August 2010 18:48 |
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 As the lazy, warm days of summer, that have been full of dreaming, picnics, swimming, and playing with friends, come to an end, and the start of school looms ahead, we took to the streets to see what our kids want to be when they grow up.
There were several kids who honestly said they were not sure what they wanted to be yet, like Beniah Berg, Emily Avarda, and Caleb and Taylor Connor. We found it interesting that the majority did have something in mind. Those professions mentioned will take work to achieve, and with the eternal optimism of youth, perhaps they will attain their dreams in this uncertain world. These youth may be shaped by our environment, society and families, but they seem to know where they are going. Do you know what you want to be when you grow up?
We interviewed children of all ages and found a variety of ideals and modest ambitions. Big kid Billie VanSlyke says she hasn’t decided what she wants to be yet. She wanted to be a cowgirl, a fireman, and a vet at various times. She was even accepted into vet school, but fell in love and got married.
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Behind the Scenes with the Missoula Children’s Theater |
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Written by Suzie Sage
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Monday, 09 August 2010 12:04 |
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 Kids in Ferry County look forward every summer to the arrival of the Missoula Children’s Theater. Whether they participate in the production or just watch for fun, it is always an enjoyable treat. This year, the Missoula Children’s Theater is celebrating its fortieth year, and again has brought fun and energy to Ferry County with its musical production of King Arthur’s Quest .
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Job Corps training benefits students, community |
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Written by Suzie Sage
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Friday, 02 July 2010 15:26 |
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When you consider the activities of the U.S. Forest Service as it cultivates and manages our national resources, you probably think of its expertise in fighting fires, maintaining trails, or raising timber. But away in the northeast corner of Washington State, about five miles south of the U.S.-Canadian border, a rather extraordinary Forest Service installation helps develop an even more valuable resource: our nation's youth.
Its remote location and itinerant population make it easy to develop false assumptions about the Curlew Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. But the truth is that thousands of our nation's young people have gained immeasurably from their vocational training over the years, and in return have made important contributions to our community. These are some of our amazing kids too.
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The ultimate good for all at no one's expense |
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Written by Suzie Sage
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Friday, 04 June 2010 11:49 |
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 There is an old saying that says, ”When I was a child I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.” That transition into maturity comes to us all in time, but some seem to find it a little sooner than others.
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Adventure Circus of Republic |
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Written by Suzie Sage
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Friday, 07 May 2010 13:16 |
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 There is just something about a circus that charms the child in all of us. The thrill of watching circus performers in brightly colored costumes as they are accompanied by joyful calliope music, hearing the roll of drums that grab our attention when an impossible or silly routine is performed, the smell of hot dogs and popcorn, and the booming voice of the ring master, all make the circus a truly beloved experience that transcends all generations.
Many of you may not know, but Republic is fortunate to have its own circus. The Adventure Circus is made up of a delightful group of colorful performers, and is a good example of how a diverse group of kids can come together to reach a common goal through a 4-H club project.
The Adventure 4-H club, led by project leader Janine Summy, decided that they wanted to do something unique and unusual for their 4-H project. Three years ago, performing arts had been added to the fair book categories, and this group thought it would be fun to form their own circus and perform at our local county fair.
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