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Governor Steve Beshear today asked Kentuckians to observe a moment of silence Friday morning for the victims of last week’s school shooting in Newtown, Conn.

Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy declared Friday, Dec. 21 a day of mourning, and Connecticut citizens will observe a moment of silence at 9:30 a.m. that day. Gov. Malloy has asked that other states join in this remembrance.  Houses of worship and other buildings with bells are encouraged to sound them 26 times – one ring for each of the 20 children and six adults killed at the school.

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The summer months are the perfect time for a vacation getaway. Unfortunately, they are also the perfect time for a home robbery.
According to the FBI, the summer months of July and August have the highest rates of burglaries. Better Business Bureau is advising homeowners, who are looking to secure their property this summer, to do their research when picking a home security system.

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When adults decide to move, it’s often to pursue an exciting opportunity or discover a new place. But for children, moving can be much harder to understand, as often they’ve only known one place as home.
As you travel through adulthood, the unknown becomes more alluring, but it’s because you’ve been through major life changes before. That’s why it’s important to take some steps to make this major transition easier on your kids.

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It doesn't take much to run your household in a more eco-friendly way. You might even be surprised by how much money you can save.
Here are four simple green changes inspired by insurer QBE that could benefit any homeowner:
1. Recycle - and not just the obvious stuff.
Chances are, you're already recycling glass bottles and aluminum cans. Consider recycling before you throw anything away.
2. Switch to high-efficiency lighting.