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School District gives early approval to budget that cuts 2,500 positions

The Clark County School District would eliminate 2,500 staff positions if a tentative budget approved Wednesday is given final approval. View full post on Education Stories

Fat stigma spreads from Western countries

Fat stigma goes global: The Western desire for slimness has been spreading to cultures that previously celebrated larger bodies causing a fat stigma that never existed before. View full post on Education Stories

With $30,000 for Graduation Talk, Rutgers Joins Colleges Paying Speakers

Rutgers University will pay Toni Morrison to give the commencement address in May, a practice that is common among schools – but is also kept quiet. View full post on Education Stories

Springtime excitement in the garden

The spring garden’s joys and surprises add up to unexpected excitement. View full post on Education Stories

Grow your own shiitake mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms are the ultimate low-maintenance gourmet edible. It’s easy to grow your own and save plenty of money. View full post on Education Stories

School district plans town hall meetings over budget cuts

The Clark County School District is hosting town hall meetings March 15 to discuss budget cuts facing the district in 2011. View full post on Education Stories

Bristol Palin signs deal for book expected this summer

Bristol Palin book deal: The daughter of former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has signed a book deal for a candid and down to earth look at her life. What will Bristol Palin reveal in her book? View full post on Education Stories

Tavern robbed at gunpoint in NE Portland

A man armed with a handgun robbed a bar in Northeast Portland Tuesday night, police said. View full post on Education Stories

Officers cleared in shooting of Anthony McDowell

A Multnomah County Grand Jury on Thursday determined Gresham officers acted appropriately in the January 31 police shooting of Anthony McDowell. View full post on Education Stories

Southern California gardening: What to do in February

Here are the things to do in Southern California gardens this month, from pruning roses to starting seeds. View full post on Education Stories

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