Bedford public library, 4-H offer hands-on learning opportunities
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BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Bedford Public Library System and Bedford 4-H are teaming up to create hands-on learning opportunities for kids.
This month, Bedford 4-H is teaching a STEM science water education series that explores flooding, pollution, irrigation, water conservation and the different ways we use water. The four-part series has a kit for every lesson.
The series aligns with Virginia SOLs and more importantly gives kids another learning opportunity outside of virtual learning.
“They can be online and virtual and learning the information that’s taught in school but they really need to be able to be hands-on to get a greater understanding of what it takes to be a scientist. It’s more than just learning the knowledge but it’s putting it into practice,” said Maribeth Martin, 4-H youth development extension agent for Bedford County.
By Web Desk
Feb 25, 2021 4:29 PM
CRANE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) The Crane Naval Surface Warfare Center has requested a permit to expand its base to include a new hazardous waste treatment unit.
The purpose of the facility would be to safely dispose of rocket motor propellant, according to a notice recently provided by Crane.
A virtual hearing on the request was held Thursday evening on Zoom. Officials with Crane say a 60-day notice to the public was required for this request.
So far, officials say they haven t had any opposing viewpoints, but people are encouraged to reach out and ask questions.
An academic compilation of whalemen of color.
Creative Staff:
What They Say
The history of whaling as an industry on this continent has been well-told in books, including some that have been bestsellers, but what hasn’t been told is the story of whaling’s leaders of color in an era when the only other option was slavery. Whaling was one of the first American industries to exhibit diversity. A man became a captain not because he was white or well connected, but because he knew how to kill a whale. Along the way, he could learn navigation and reading and writing. Whaling presented a tantalizing alternative to mainland life.
December 20, 2020
(BEDFORD) – This year’s Chamber Award Ceremony is available to watch on the Bedford Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook and YouTube pages. The ceremony announced the winners of 2020’s Business Beautification Award, Community Service Award, and Bedford Young Professionals’ 4 Under 40 award winners, which were:
Business Beautification Award winner: Beford Federal’s Jenkins Park
The Bedford Chamber’s Beautification Award is the annual recognition by the nominating committee of a local business whose investment significantly impacted our community’s appearance. Jenkins Park was a project completed by Bedford Federal Savings Bank, which included the creation of a walkway, green space with seating, expanded parking, and relocation of the bank’s ATM. The plan also widened the alley between the east side of the property and Limestone Café.