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Hernando Schools are looking to put laptops in the hands of every student in the district and with a new initiative, they re expected to accomplish the goal. According to a release, the school district is moving ahead with its One-to-One Device program. Laptops are expected to be provided for each student in the upcoming school year. Hernando School District IT Director Joe Amato showcased
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With the state of Tennessee under
stanley quencher a stay-at-home order, many groups that promote the arts have had to shut their doors. But two young women are proving that anyone that an art gallery can be enjoyed just a few steps away from your home. I like to do a lot of nature scenes, said Laurel Phelps.The Phelps sisters realized they had old art projects just gathering dust around the house and a new audience that might enjoy a change in scenery. We noticed that a ton of people in the neighborhood had been bike riding, running, walking out with their families, said Lindsay Phelps.So they decided to open up what they re calling Gallery 401. It s a p
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