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On Thursday, June 23, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX – the landmark civil rights law that has opened doors for generations of women and girls – the U.S. Department of Education released for public comment proposed changes to the regulations that help elementary and secondary schools and colleges and universities implement this vital legislation. The proposed amendments will restore crucial protections for students who are victims of sexual harassment, assault, and sex-based discrimination – a critical safety net for survivors that was weakened under previous regulations. The proposed regulations will advance educational equity and opportunity for women and girls across the country to ensure that every student in America, from kindergarten through a doctorate degree, can achieve her dreams.

The University of Missouri Extension (MU Extension) in Oregon County is offering two Food Preservation Workshops featuring both water bath of salsa and pressure canning of spaghetti sauce. Classes will be offered on June 30 at 10 a.m. and a repeat session 1 p.m.

The new Viola Masonic Lodge will be holding their annual barbecue luncheon benefit once again on Saturday, June 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. After a three year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Masons are back raising funds toward scholarships for local students in the Viola School District who are interested in pursuing a secondary education after high school. The menu includes a barbecue sandwich, baked beans, cole slaw and tea. Tickets are $10 each at the door. The new Viola Masonic Lodge is located at 239 Hwy. 223 S. in Viola across from Fun Days restaurant. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, contact JB Etheridge at 870-900-7196, Ray Matthew at 870- 613-3055 or Frank Kesh at 870-750-1249.

MU Extension food safety specialist explains how to pick the best produce and prepare a safe picnic. Summer is a time for enjoying fresh fruit and vegetables and outdoor picnics.

Program Locations Will Provide a Healthy, Safe and Fun Environment Camp Invention®, a nationally recognized, nonprofit summer enrichment program, is coming to ASU Mountain Home the week of June 20 - June 23.

Debbie Archer, Extension associate-communications UAPB School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences Strawberries are a great summertime fruit to enjoy. They peak during the spring and early summer, according to Teresa Henson, Extension specialistprogram outreach coordinator for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences.