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Mother Tried to Shield Baby in Fatal SC Shooting

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:25:06 -0800

A South Carolina mother fruitlessly tried to shield her 20-month-old toddler from a barrage of bullets in a drive-by shooting that killed the baby and two adults and injured at least five others, relatives said Tuesday. (Nov. 10)

Raw Video: Teen Fatally Stabbed at Fla. School

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:26:26 -0800

A 17 year old South Florida teen has been charged with second-degree murder after stabbing his classmate 5 times. Prosecutors say the student says he took a knife to school because the victim looked at him with a bad face. (Nov. 10)

Kid Hero: 9-year-old Stops Carjacking

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:24:27 -0800

A 9-year-old in West Virginia thwarts a potential carjacking by yanking the keys out of the ignition, protecting his younger brothers strapped in car seats.(Nov. 10)

'Sesame Street' Celebrates 40th Birthday

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:24:45 -0800

The hit children's show 'Sesame Street' celebrates its 40th birthday today. The show started in 1969 and has not stopped since. Production for the 41st season has already started. (Nov. 10)

H.S. Students Get Head Start in Financial Field

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:27:44 -0800

For nearly 30 years the National Academy Foundation has helped high school students, particularly those from underprivileged neighborhoods, become better versed in financial issues and get scholarships to attend college. (Nov. 9)

Family: Fla. Teen Set on Fire Over Bike

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:56:19 -0700

Authorities say five Florida teenagers have been charged after they doused a 15-year-old with rubbing alcohol and set him on fire because he stopped someone from stealing his father's bicycle a day earlier. (Oct. 11)

CDC: Injectable Swine Flu Vaccines Ready

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:57:01 -0700

The CDC said nearly 10 million doses of the swine flu vaccine, including the injectable form, are now available to be ordered. (Oct. 13)

College Cutbacks Make It Harder to Earn Degrees

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:56:39 -0700

Across the country, ravaged state budgets are forcing a growing number of students into enrollment purgatory, where they're stuck paying tuition but unable to get seats in the courses they need. (Oct. 13)

Ryan doing Gene Kelly's, "Singing in the Rain

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:03:03 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: Ryan doing Gene Kelly's, "Singing in the Rain

Ice Skating

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:04:07 -0700

OddWomanOut from Florida: Justice's second time on the ice. He's 2.5 yrs old. :)

Madonna Gets Mercy

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:46:37 -0700

Malawi's highest court has ruled that Madonna can adopt a second child from the southern African country, overturning a lower court decision. (June 12)

Ziggy Marley Singing for the Kids

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:02:56 -0700

Ziggy Marley wants to get in touch with the future leaders of our nation: that's why his latest release is a children's CD. He talks about his album and working on music with his family members. (June 2)

Learning to Save: Teens and the Recession

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 05:53:35 -0700

Polk County Video Awards: Best Documentary from Lake Gibson Middle

SpringBreak Stump Pass State Park 2009

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 11:15:54 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: The Arnolds (and niece, Anastasia) at the beach, Lillian in Pink

$44 Billion in Stimulus for Schools Released

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 11:17:52 -0700

The Obama administration has released $44 billion, the first round of school dollars from the economic stimulus package. Education Secretary Arne Duncan made the announcement Wednesday. (April 1)

Eagle Lake Jamboree

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:40:00 -0800

Eagle Lake little league jamboree

Police: Ohio Mom Breastfed Baby While Driving

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:12:27 -0800

Police say an Ohio mother has been charged with child endangering after another driver reported she was breast-feeding and talking on the phone while driving. (Mar. 1)

Your Money: Child Care Savings

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:15:05 -0800

With wallet's being pinched, finding affordable ways to care for your children can be a challenge. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains. E-mail your questions to yourmoney@ap.org

Onya's New Love

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:08:30 -0800

Shawn Arnold from home: We adopted a new kitty from the SPCA. We named him Baker. Onya and Baker immediatly hit it off. He never once flinched when he first saw her, instead he walked up to her and started rubbing.

Travolta's Son Likely to Be Buried in Fla.

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:24:47 -0800

Actor John Travolta's teenage son likely will be buried in Florida following his death at the actor's home in the Bahamas, a family attorney said. The teen apparently hit his head in a bathroom. (Jan. 3)

A Walk Down 'Sesame Street'

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:25:21 -0800

Author Michael Davis discusses his book "Street Gang: The Complete History of 'Sesame Street" (Jan. 2)

Uncle Arrested in Idaho Girl's Snowstorm Death

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:26:16 -0800

A second man has been arrested in the hypothermia death of an 11-year-old girl in Idaho and is due in court Friday. A warrant accuses Kenneth Quintana of second-degree murder and felony injury to a child. (Jan. 2)

New Boardwalk at Mosaic Peace River Park

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:26:39 -0800

New Boardwalk at Mosaic Peace River Park

Couple Has Similar Twins for Second Time

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:27:09 -0800

A British mixed race couple have become parents to a set of black and white twin girls for a second time, defying the odds. (Jan. 1)

Police: Evidence Links Remains to Toddler's Home

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:40:30 -0800

A Florida sheriff said there are 'clues' linking a child's remains found Thursday to the Orlando, Florida home of missing 3-year-old Caylee Anthony. (Dec. 12)

Sandler Tells 'Bedtime Stories'

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:42:42 -0800

At the London premiere of 'Bedtime Stories,' Adam Sandler and Keri Russell reveal what kind of tales they read to their kids. (Dec. 12)

Allison Cahalan - 2008 Student Editorial Contest Winner

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:00:00 -0800

Allison Cahalan - 2008 Student Editorial Contest Winner

Christmastime in East Polk

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Four Christmas events from around east Polk County.

A Drake and Josh Christmas

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:29:11 -0800

Two of the most popular stars in kids TV history, Drake Bell and Josh Peck, hit the red carpet in Los Angeles on Tuesday for the premiere of their new movie, 'Merry Christmas, Drake and Josh!' (Dec. 3)

Santa Cover

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:32:44 -0800

Shooting a magazine cover

Junior League Merry Market

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:18:22 -0800

rc10tar: Commercial for upcoming Winter Haven event, Merry Market.

Kathleen Elementary School's Mock Election

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:23:05 -0800

Kathleen Elementary School hosted a mock election Tuesday where the children voted overwhelmingly for Sen. Barack Obama for president.

Your Money: Managing Kids Needs

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:24:39 -0800

Trevor Delaney, the AP's Personal Finance editor offers some helpful tips to get a handle on children's activities, such as music and sporting programs. (Oct. 9)

Powder Puff Football

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:30:00 -0700

2008 Winter Haven High School Powder Puff Football

Walk to School Day

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:46:07 -0700

Local schools celebrate Walk to School Day.

Miley Cyrus Celebrates Her Sweet 16th

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:47:43 -0700

'Hannah Montana' star Miley Cyrus turns 16 and celebrates with a special bash at Disneyland (oct. 6)

Melamine Tainted Candy Appears in Another State

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:25:23 -0800

Chinese candy sold in Chinatowns across the U.S. has tested positive for melamine, linking it to the tainted milk scandal blamed for at least 4 deaths and thousands of sick children. (Oct. 3)

My Harmonica Playing Angel

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:02:01 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: Lillian playing the harmonica. She can really get down on it but I think she was to busy chessying for the camera this time.

Wisconsin Tree House Redefines 'Hideout'

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:33:18 -0700

A Wisconsin family has built a two-story tree house in the backyard that's so luxurious it has become something of a tourist attraction. (Sept. 3)

Phelps Wants Everyone in the Pool

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:32:04 -0700

14-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps appeared at a YMCA in New York today to encourage kids to learn to swim at an early age. (Aug. 28)

Cooped up all day, had to play in the rain

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:01:22 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: Tropical Storm Fay had us in all day, we had to take a quick break to run in the rain. The stars of the Show are Ryan and Lillian Arnold. There was no lightning in the making of this video :)

New Jersey Youngsters Trapped in Georgia

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:58:35 -0700

A pair of New Jersey sisters, 7-year-old Ashley Evans and 3-year-old Sophia Evans, were trapped in the Republic of Georgia,when Russia invaded the Eastern European country last week. Their New Jersey parents are trying to rescue their them. (A

Two Sets of Triplets Head Off to School

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:32:41 -0700

It was a busy day at one Louisville elementary school, where two sets of triplets celebrated their first day of kindergarten. The kids' parents said sending them off to school may have been the hardest thing they have had to do so far. (August

Missing Central Fla. Toddler Turns 3

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:50:50 -0700

Detectives and family members had hoped Caylee Anthony would be home by Saturday, her third birthday. She was reported missing July 15, and her disappearance has garnered national attention. (Aug. 10)

Winter Haven Rec carnival

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0700

Kids carnival at the Winter Haven Recreational Center

Fencing Lessons

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:03:26 -0700

heidi.devries from Lakeland: Whole families particiate in the fencing lessons at South Lakeland's YMCA.

The Family that Fences Together...

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:40:44 -0700

Whole families practice the art of fencing at the South Lakeland YMCA.

Ryan going the slide

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:27:41 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: Ryan at his birthday party going down the slide

Snakes Coils Around Baby in Crib

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:54:27 -0700

A New York family suspects a snake hidden in a new crib mattress, crawled out in the middle of the night and wrapped itself around the leg of a baby sleeping in the crib. (June 11)

Liam Needs a Transplant

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:10:26 -0700

Liam Larrow has been diagnosed with Hurler syndrome and needs a bone marrow transplant.

Dad Delivers Baby With 911 Help

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:39:37 -0700

Dad delivers third child at home, with the help of a 911 operator

First Mother's Day

Sat, 10 May 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Sherri Little is celebrating her first Mother's Day with son Nathan this year.

'Jacob,' 'Emily' Top Baby Name List

Sat, 10 May 2008 21:04:23 -0700

Jacob and Emily are the year's most popular baby names, according to the Social Security Administration. It's been keeping a list since 1997, and has naming data going back to 1880. (May 10)

Car Seat Safety, part 2

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:56:07 -0700

This short video is part two in a three part series about toddler car seat safety.

Car Seat Safety, part 3

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:57:03 -0700

This short video is part three in a three part series about toddler car seat safety.

Ryan singing and dancing to Clumsy

Tue, 27 May 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Shawn Arnold from home: Ryan in my room and no my room doesn't always look like that. Ryan and Lilly was using a crib matress as a makeshift slide in the background prior to this singing stint

Car Seat Safety, part 1

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:45:37 -0700

This short video is part one in a three part series about toddler car seat safety.

Cardboard Boat Race

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:36:33 -0700

Teams were given 1 hour to build a boat out of four sheets of cardboard and other supplies. The team from the Winter Haven Police Department was the grand winner.

2.4 Million Chinese Made Toys Recalled

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 11:19:02 -0700

Toy distributor Mega Brands Inc. Is recalling 2.4 million Chinese-made toys, because small magnets could fall out. They could fall out and be swallowed or inhaled by children, causing internal damage. (March 17)

'tow jam

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:53:50 -0700

ajbrock from bartow: a great time to be had in downtown Bartow.

Sebastan the table daner

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:54:08 -0700

ajbrock from bartow: Sebastian having great time at 'tow jam.

Ryan's first steps

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 07:32:10 -0800

Shawn Arnold from home: We couldn't believe that we actually caught Ryan's first steps on film. He would not walk until he knew he had it. He finally did it at 1 year and 1 week old with lots of encouragement from us.

$163 Million in Art Nabbed From Museum

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:44:11 -0700

Armed robbers walked out with more than $163 million in paintings from a Zurich, Switzerland museum. The works include a Cezanne and a van Gogh. Authorities say it's one of the largest art heists ever in Europe. (Feb. 11)

Winning Christmas Cookie

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:54:27 -0700

Judy Vroman shows us how to make her cherry pecan bars.

Walk to School Safely

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:53:21 -0700

Students at Scott Lake Elementary School observed International Walk-to-School Day.

Karate Teacher

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:52:24 -0700

Darrell Brewer is on his knees, explaining to kindergartners how he wants them to crawl across the floor.

Playground Workout

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:33:25 -0700

Who Needs a Gym When You Have Monkey Bars and Swings?

Circumcision Debate

Sun, 08 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0700

Amanda Mann of Bartow explains the reasons she and her husband opted against circumcision for three of their sons.