Rep. Courtney Announces $625,000 Federal Grant to Combat Youth Substance Misuse in Griswold

NORWICH, CT � On International Overdose Awareness Day, Rep. Joe Courtney announced a $625,000 federal grant for Griswold PRIDE to help prevent youth substance misuse. The new federal funding will help Griswold PRIDE decrease youth’s access to prescription drugs and other substances, increase youth mental health resources, provide educational resources to youth and families, and more. The grant comes from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Community Health Resources will ser . . . [More]

Rep. Courtney Announces $625,000 Federal Grant to Combat Youth Substance Misuse in Griswold

NORWICH, CT � On International Overdose Awareness Day, Rep. Joe Courtney announced a $625,000 federal grant for Griswold PRIDE to help prevent youth substance misuse. The new federal funding will help Griswold PRIDE decrease youth’s access to prescription drugs and other substances, increase youth mental health resources, provide educational resources to youth and families, and more. The grant comes from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Community Health Resources will ser . . . [More]

Help finding new fridge!

After several hours looking online, I'm having a really hard time finding a fridge that meets our needs. I'd love some guidance on whether we're being unrealistic, or any leads on options that might work! Details:.Must:.$1200 budget. Stainless front. Less than 30” deep—the shallower the better, as it will be fully exposed on both sides. As wide as possible—to make up for the depth limits, there is a 58” wide space.Wants: Ice maker would be nice, but we do not want a water or ice dispenser. Top or bottom freezer strongly preferred. Full . . . [More]

Help finding new fridge!

After several hours looking online, I'm having a really hard time finding a fridge that meets our needs. I'd love some guidance on whether we're being unrealistic, or any leads on options that might work! Details:.Must:.$1200 budget. Stainless front. Less than 30” deep—the shallower the better, as it will be fully exposed on both sides. As wide as possible—to make up for the depth limits, there is a 58” wide space.Wants: Ice maker would be nice, but we do not want a water or ice dispenser. Top or bottom freezer strongly preferred. Full . . . [More]

Old Mules

In 1946, a small town of Athens, Tennessee, became a true battleground, as a siege was laid on the town jail by crowd mostly consisted of WWII veterans who decided to take justice into their own hands, as the local politics were plagued by corruption, police brutality and electoral fraud. The political turmoil was present […] The post Old Mules appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Old MulesThe Last Refuge . . . [More]

Old Mules

In 1946, a small town of Athens, Tennessee, became a true battleground, as a siege was laid on the town jail by crowd mostly consisted of WWII veterans who decided to take justice into their own hands, as the local politics were plagued by corruption, police brutality and electoral fraud. The political turmoil was present […] The post Old Mules appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Old MulesThe Last Refuge . . . [More]

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Has Another Episode

This one is worse, significantly worse.  Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell freezes again while taking questions from reporters on Wednesday at an event in Kentucky.  This very disturbing cognitive disconnect is raising additional concerns about the 81-year-old’s health. The episode happens after a reporter asked him about running for re-election in 2026.   WATCH: WASHINGTON � […] The post Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Has Another Episode appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Senate Minority Leader Mitch Mc . . . [More]

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Has Another Episode

This one is worse, significantly worse.  Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell freezes again while taking questions from reporters on Wednesday at an event in Kentucky.  This very disturbing cognitive disconnect is raising additional concerns about the 81-year-old’s health. The episode happens after a reporter asked him about running for re-election in 2026.   WATCH: WASHINGTON � […] The post Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Has Another Episode appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Senate Minority Leader Mitch Mc . . . [More]

Thursday August 31st – Open Thread

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. […] The post Thursday August 31st � Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Thursday August 31st � Open ThreadThe Last Refuge . . . [More]

Thursday August 31st – Open Thread

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. […] The post Thursday August 31st � Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Thursday August 31st � Open ThreadThe Last Refuge . . . [More]

August 31st – 2023 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 947

In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the JoeBama Administration and Presidency. “This is no small thing, to restore a republic after it has fallen into corruption. […] The post August 31st � 2023 Presidential Politics � Resistance Day 947 appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: August 31st � 2023 Presidential Politics � Resistance Day 947The Last Refuge . . . [More]

August 31st – 2023 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 947

In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the JoeBama Administration and Presidency. “This is no small thing, to restore a republic after it has fallen into corruption. […] The post August 31st � 2023 Presidential Politics � Resistance Day 947 appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: August 31st � 2023 Presidential Politics � Resistance Day 947The Last Refuge . . . [More]

Hurricane Idalia Scheduled to Make Landfall in Florida Big Bend as Category-4 Storm

The time for preparations and/or evacuation decisions is past.  This is pure hunker down time right now.  Those in the immediate impact zone of Hurricane Idalia will see rapidly deteriorating weather conditions over the next few hours.  Landfall expected at sunrise Wednesday. Idalia will remain at hurricane strength throughout Georgia and likely into South Carolina.  […] The post Hurricane Idalia Scheduled to Make Landfall in Florida Big Bend as Category-4 Storm appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Hurricane Idalia Scheduled . . . [More]

Hurricane Idalia Scheduled to Make Landfall in Florida Big Bend as Category-4 Storm

The time for preparations and/or evacuation decisions is past.  This is pure hunker down time right now.  Those in the immediate impact zone of Hurricane Idalia will see rapidly deteriorating weather conditions over the next few hours.  Landfall expected at sunrise Wednesday. Idalia will remain at hurricane strength throughout Georgia and likely into South Carolina.  […] The post Hurricane Idalia Scheduled to Make Landfall in Florida Big Bend as Category-4 Storm appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Hurricane Idalia Scheduled . . . [More]

Evacuation Transportation Issue – Citgo Fuel Depot in Port of Tampa Accidentally Shipped Diesel Fu

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) released an urgent consumer notification that Citgo fuel services from the Port of Tampa accidentally mixed Diesel Fuel into gasoline tanker trucks that offloaded product at gas pumps in Tampa, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and other areas.  [FDACS Notice HERE] Customers who purchased Citgo gas at […] The post Evacuation Transportation Issue � Citgo Fuel Depot in Port of Tampa Accidentally Shipped Diesel Fuel as Unleaded Gasoline to Stations in Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Cape C . . . [More]

Evacuation Transportation Issue – Citgo Fuel Depot in Port of Tampa Accidentally Shipped Diesel Fu

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) released an urgent consumer notification that Citgo fuel services from the Port of Tampa accidentally mixed Diesel Fuel into gasoline tanker trucks that offloaded product at gas pumps in Tampa, Fort Myers, Cape Coral and other areas.  [FDACS Notice HERE] Customers who purchased Citgo gas at […] The post Evacuation Transportation Issue � Citgo Fuel Depot in Port of Tampa Accidentally Shipped Diesel Fuel as Unleaded Gasoline to Stations in Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Cape C . . . [More]

Secretaries of Several States Begin Legal Review to Determine if They Can Disqualify President Trump

Consider this question carefully: “What possible stakes could be so high the DC UniParty would be willing to prove, beyond any doubt, that the ability of Americans to vote their way out of any problem no longer exists?” This is the question which should underpin the stories you are hearing and reading about various secretaries […] The post Secretaries of Several States Begin Legal Review to Determine if They Can Disqualify President Trump from 2024 Ballot appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Secretaries of Several States Beg . . . [More]

Secretaries of Several States Begin Legal Review to Determine if They Can Disqualify President Trump

Consider this question carefully: “What possible stakes could be so high the DC UniParty would be willing to prove, beyond any doubt, that the ability of Americans to vote their way out of any problem no longer exists?” This is the question which should underpin the stories you are hearing and reading about various secretaries […] The post Secretaries of Several States Begin Legal Review to Determine if They Can Disqualify President Trump from 2024 Ballot appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: Secretaries of Several States Beg . . . [More]

Why is my oven producing uneven cooking results?

Uneven cooking results in an oven can be frustrating and can lead to undercooked or overcooked dishes. There are several common factors that can contribute to uneven cooking in an oven:Temperature Calibration: Ovens can sometimes have temperature variations that deviate from the set temperature. Use an oven thermometer to verify the actual temperature inside the oven. If there's a significant difference, you might need to recalibrate the oven or have it serviced.Rack Placement: The position of the cooking racks can affect the distribution of he . . . [More]

Why is my oven producing uneven cooking results?

Uneven cooking results in an oven can be frustrating and can lead to undercooked or overcooked dishes. There are several common factors that can contribute to uneven cooking in an oven:Temperature Calibration: Ovens can sometimes have temperature variations that deviate from the set temperature. Use an oven thermometer to verify the actual temperature inside the oven. If there's a significant difference, you might need to recalibrate the oven or have it serviced.Rack Placement: The position of the cooking racks can affect the distribution of he . . . [More]