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Send holiday cheer to troops with 'Holiday Mail for Heroes' program

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, October 9th, 2012, 3:10pm

Send holiday cheer to troops with 'Holiday Mail for Heroes' program

(KFVS) - The American Red Cross will be collecting and distributing cards that send words of encouragement, gratitude and cheer to America's heroes for the holiday season.

Between Oct. 1 and Dec. 7, Americans can give something that means something by sending a card of thanks and support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.

The Red Cross is inviting the public to send messages of thanks and holiday cheer until Dec. 7 by mailing them to:

Holiday Mail for Heroes
P.O. Box 5456
Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456

To ensure that cards are delivered on time for the holidays, the Red Cross says they must be postmarked no later than Dec. 7. Individuals are asked to refrain from sending "care packages," monetary donations or using glitter or any other kinds of inserts with the cards.

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National Kids to Parks Day on May 19

Submitted by Christy Hendricks

Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 3:32pm

(KFVS) - Missouri State Parks encourages all Missourians to get out in a park on National Kids to Parks Day, May 19.

The national event is sponsored by the National Park Trust.

Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon proclaimed May 19 as Kids to Parks Day in Missouri.

Parks can provide an opportunity for children to engage in active lifestyles while experiencing what nature has to offer. Whether it is a hike, a swim, or a bike ride all outdoor activities contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

Gov. Nixon created the Children in Nature Challenge to encourage activities that introduce children to nature year-round. Communities and families can participate in the challenge.

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April is World Autism Awareness Month, you can share your story with us

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, April 10th, 2012, 6:00pm

April is World Autism Awareness Month, you can share your story with us

(KFVS) - April is World Autism Awareness Month and we want to see pictures of your friends or loved ones with Autism, pictures of you showing support for Autism Awareness and hear your stories.

You can e-mail us pictures to cNews@kfvs12.com or click here to upload them. If you just have a story to share, you can submit it to aruch@kfvs12.com. Don't forget to include your name and where you're from.

If you know of any events in your community in honor of World Autism Awareness Month, you can e-mail a flyer to news@kfvs12.com or fax it to the newsroom at 573-335-7723.

A viewer sent us this picture above on Monday of her daughter Candice showing her love for her brother with autism and the many others affected.

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Heartland Easter events

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Wednesday, April 4th, 2012, 11:43am

(KFVS) - Easter is almost here!

The following is a list of Easter-related events scheduled around the Heartland. If you would like to add another event, you can click here to submit it.

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SLIDESHOW: Easter Bunny photos 2012

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Wednesday, April 4th, 2012, 11:36am

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Easter Bunny pictures from the Heartland 2012

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012, 3:13pm

Easter Bunny pictures from the Heartland 2012

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (KFVS) - It's springtime and Easter is just around the corner!

We want to see you family pictures with the Easter Bunny.

You can e-mail pictures to cNews@kfvs12.com or click here to upload them. Don't forget to include your name, the name of the child and where you're from. Please get prior approval from the parents or guardians if submitting a picture of a child or children that is not your own.

Pictures will be used in a slideshow online and possibly on-air.

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Hearnes Elementary hosts "Easter Bunny Activity Night"

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012, 11:33am

Hearnes Elementary hosts "Easter Bunny Activity Night"

CHARLESTON, MO (KFVS) - "Easter Bunny Activity Night" at Hearnes Elementary will be Tuesday, April 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The event is for all grades and families. There will be lots of activities; including games, face painting, a photo with the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt on the playground, as well as door prizes and giveaways.

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