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GSU to see $87M in debt relief through Coronavirus Act

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Grambling State University will see a direct financial benefit from passage of the Omnibus Appropriations and Emergency Coronavirus Relief Act, which includes the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Capital Finance Debt Relief Act.

Be an upstander, not bystander

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Danny was the manager of the water station for the Bridgewater Badgers, a football team of 10-year old boys. He loved his job and took it seriously.

Sibling afraid of playing favorites with family

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DEAR HARRIETTE: I hate it when I hear that people play favorites in their family, but now I realize that I do it myself. I have several siblings, and as an adult, I see that I am much closer to one of them than the others. It happened naturally.

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How to find appropriate housing for loved ones

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The rash of layoffs sparked by the coronavirus pandemic and statewide lockdowns are expected to increase homelessness by up to 45 percent this year, according to a new analysis by an economist at Columbia University.

Atkins’ deer chili a warm treat for cold winter nights

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Rachel Atkins serves up a deer chili recipe that originally came from her mother-in-law, Tommie Atkins, and has placed in several chili cook-offs.

Big-hearted reader wants to volunteer safely

DEAR HARRIETTE: How can I get involved with the community during the pandemic? I don’t have much money to give, but I have always been big on providing assistance directly through volunteering. With COVID-19, I am not comfortable going anywhere in public. I know there are still people out there with nowhere to go who need help, especially now that it’s winter and the infection rate is beginning to rise again. I want to do my part and be a part of the community, but I’m just not sure what I can do. Do you know of any organizations I can get involved with while staying safe?

Tips for controlling deer roaming near homes

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Seems more and more lately I have people talking about the deer near their homes. Several years ago, they would mention how beautiful it was to wake up and look out into their backyards and see the deer walking through. But for some time now it’s more of a complaint about the damage these animals do to ornamental and garden plants.

Warm up winter night with Transylvanian Goulash

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As an active Master Gardener, Lynn Lorenson appreciates a sense of adventure, even in the kitchen.

Boyfriend brings up daughter months into relationship

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DEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve been dating this guy for four months. He finally told me he wants to get exclusive, which means introducing me to the most important person in his life: his daughter. This is the first I am hearing of a daughter. He never mentioned her when I met him. It’s a complete surprise, and I don’t know what to do now. She is still young, and having me in her life is huge because I know the type of influence people can have on kids at that age. I just don’t know if I’m ready for that.