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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., 15,780 children age 21 and younger are diagnosed with cancer every year; approximately one-fourth of them will not survive the disease. A cancer diagnosis turns the lives of the entire family upside down. Northeast Ohio Parent shares one of these stories, high school athlete Jackie Custer's inspirational journey in the fight against cancer. ...

Sara Carnes, co-host of the Family Friendly Morning Show on 95.5 The Fish, provides readers with helpful ways to save on home improvement projects. She shares four tips from her own experiences with updating her household. ...

The American Library Association and libraries across the country are promoting the value of a library card and library services. With a library card, patrons can check out so much more than books. No longer just repositories for printed materials, today’s libraries are serving as tech hubs, community centers and DIY spaces that are more about connecting and plugging in. Find out what some local libraries are doing to honor the month. ...

ReadyLakeCounty.com, part of the “Ready Lake County” campaign, is one source for everyone to easily access agencies, resources and basic information to create disaster plans, build personal emergency supply kits, prepare for pet needs, and identify which agencies best meet their unique emergency needs. ...

The camp is hosted by Nick Hamilton, son of Cleveland Indians radio broadcaster Tom Hamilton, and his wife Wendy, who went on to play baseball in the minor leagues with the Cleveland Indians and is now a scout for the Philadelphia Phillies. The camp is for boys and girls ages 5-18 and its proceeds benefit Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center. ...

In many schools, fewer hours are allotted to recess and physical education each year, but access to fresh air and exercise doesn’t have to end when classes start up again this fall. Bicycling is a fun and fitness-friendly method of transportation that, with a little planning and attention to details, could replace your carpool. Here’s some advice to get your student (or the whole family) rolling safely. ...

Take a break from making dinner tonight and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant. If you plan your trip accordingly, you can save money by taking advantage of Kids Eat Free Meal Deals. Keep in mind that restaurants can change their promotions at any time, so it's important to call before visiting to avoid disappointment. Here are some options to consider for your family. ...

Mornings often are hectic, even for the most organized parents. To ensure there’s time for a healthy breakfast, consider prepping the night before, or rely on a quick, convenient menu. By fine-tuning your family’s breakfast, you’ll ensure that kids — and parents — have the proper fuel to power them through the day. ...