June 2022

Salem NAEC boys baseball go undefeated for 2022 season

The Salem NAEC Boys 11-12 team went undefeated 10-0 in the Tri-County league this year. “We are very proud of the effort and progress they have made throughout this season.” Coaches: Justin Tyler, Jesse Romine, Linn Reed. Middle row: Conley Tyler, Dustin Vanoven, Braden Romine and Caleb Reed. Front row: Kole Romine, Kody Shrable, Bryce Bishop, Liam James and Avery Ledbetter.

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Doctorate student seeks to bring sidewalks to Salem

What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapy is a distinct profession. Occupational therapists help individuals achieve what they need to do, want to do, and have to do in their daily life after experiencing a diagnosis, a decline in health, or an injury. Occupational therapists also have a unique role in promoting accessibility. An accessible community offers opportunities for safe participation.

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Capitol Week in Review

When people call the state hotline to report suspected child abuse or neglect, about 80 percent are assigned to the Division of Children and Family Services. The other 20 percent are considered more serious, and are assigned to the State Police, which has a Division of Crimes Against Children.

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Martin Center clients make bird feeders and cards for Father’s Day and caregivers

The Martin Center clients worked to make bird feeders and cards for Father’s Day and caregivers. They used plastic soda and juice bottles, buttons and decorative tape for the project. The Martin Center is an adult day treatment facility located in Ash Flat and operated by Network of Community Options, Inc. Pictured from left to right are Marty McBride, Jessica Mead, Derek Sherrill, Danny Rose, Carolyn England and Derris Cowell.

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