Judge Richard Kent

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What to Order from the ‘Secret’ Menu at Chinese Restaurants

You’ve been missing out on some incredible authentic Chinese food all this time!

School’s (Almost!) Out: The Graduation Gift Guide

As the end of college — and graduation season — approaches, find 10 perfect gifts for any grad.

I quit my job as a public school teacher. This is why

As much as I want to stay in public schools, to fight for my students’ right to learn how to think well about complex issues, I have decided the fight is...

Data Is Improving Government Services, But at What Cost to Citizens' Privacy?

Data now informs almost everything the public sector does, and it also informs on us.

Government lawyers don’t understand the Internet. That’s a problem.

Why your city government should buy your local newspaper

Newspapers are critical for America's civic health. The government should fund them.

Looking For Free Condoms? There's A Health Department App For That

State and local public health departments are turning to apps as to help them reach people when they need help the most. Birth control finders, recipe tweakers and searchable restaurant inspections are in the mix.

What Should Public Health and Health Department Professionals Do in Preparation for Roe v. Wade...

In the same way that health departments respond to other threats to public health, they should prepare to mitigate the public health harms we expect to be caused by these policy changes.

How Land Records Digitization Benefits Citizens & Government Offices

Land records digitization helps citizens complete land deals swiftly and avoid frauds. Speak to DRS for efficient land records digitization & management.

Health department inspectors work to prevent illness

LIVE OAK — The Department of Health works with food service establishments to help ensure ​their products are not a source of food-borne illness.

Health Department: Outdoor food safety tips for warm weather

Recommendations on outdoor food safety during warm weather

SD Health Department Wants To Get More People Walking

The department of health wants to get more people walking. Mobridge and Keystone are the latest towns receiving grants to access the walkability of

Health departments have vaccines, now looking for people who want them

Health departments are looking at new strategies on getting people vaccinated.

Health Department Shuts Down Abortion Clinic After Finding Even More Health Violations

Health Department Shuts Down Abortion Clinic After Finding Even More Health Violations

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

If you think your child has been exposed to lead, the Public Health Department can help. Our Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is a state-funded program that works to prevent the damaging effects of lead poisoning.

SF Health Department chose to deny services to the mentally ill. This was a management decision....

orraine, who is 80, was apparently given two choices: Leave the Bernal Heights board-and-care facility for the elderly with the suspended license and head

eLearning and Online Solutions for Government Offices

Adventfs provides a variety of unique cloud-based solutions to government agencies across the country. These technology-based solutions include evidence-based education programs, restorative justice, billing and payment and a document management systems.

Health department medical detectives find 84% of U.S. maternal deaths are preventable

More than half of these deaths occur well after the mom leaves the hospital. To save lives, mothers need more support in the "fourth trimester, that time after the baby is born," one researcher says.