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Our beautiful Grace passed way this morning at 9:22am at home while surrounded by our family. Grace fought a courageous 21 month battle against the worst type of brain tumor. Her love of family and life, gave her the strength to live twice as long as was predicted. While no
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A NC Parent Can Watch their child
Bowl with 400 ppl
Play at Inside water park with 500 ppl
at the airport with 10,000 ppl
shop at a mall with 1,000s
Buy a bag of charcoal at Lowes with 1,986 ppl
A NC Parent Can't watch their child play an outside sport with 101 ppl
It's Time
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Today Roy Cooper said there will be a new Executive Order next week involving spectators at athletic events. We are being heard. Do not let up until you are inside the stadium watching your kid.
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Just sharing this here with my Charlotte neighbors. This is Greenville, NC city little league championship. Place is packed like always. Fields are beautiful like always. The Government and the community put the kids first in Greenville.
Job well done to my college and
@LittleLeague
Community based Little League at its best in Greenville, NC. This is the City Championship
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No more masks required for outdoor sports in NC starting Friday. It’s time
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Simply said, NC public schools should be playing fall sports right now.
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@DaleJr
I was Glenn’s PR guy at the time. When he got out of that car he had smoke coming off him! Back then the medical centers were not very advanced. They put a bag of ice on his neck and told him he was ok!!
Steve Crisp cut a bad deal for you that day Jr. :)
Jr wheeled the
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Be near me in my time of weakness and pain; sustain me by your grace, that my strength and courage may not fail; heal me according to your will; and help me always to believe that what happens to me here is of little account if you hold me in eternal life, my Lord and my God.
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I am headed to Raleigh to put in work for kids and families across the state. For 17 years my mission has revolved around creating opportunities for families and students. I believe a lot of hard work by many will allow for a step forward tomorrow. I will keep you all updated
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A couple of miles south 1 will find
@UCPSNC
The 7th largest school system in NC led by
@AGHoulihan
Did you know they are the largest school system to have been in person since the 1st day of school. Why can they do this and
@CMSboard
has locked the Ms/HS doors for 11 months?
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This is my incredible wife, Grace on senior day throwing a strike to our son. This popped up on my memories today and to be honest, I broke down watching it. Grace was 9 months into her brain tumor battle here. Honestly it’s hard to remember a lot from those times.
I was
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This is Eli Shenise a senior baseball player at
@SM_Sabres
his 12 year old season was taken away by cancer and his senior season lost to a pandemic rule I’m sure Eli is heartbroken but if one person understands the word tomorrow it is Eli. Never give up kid. We all love you
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Would like to see
@CharlotteBSB
and
@ECUBaseball
work together to bring the
@American_Conf
Baseball Tournament to one of the Premier MilB parks. Clearwater has had it long enough. At least by having in NC, there will be some actual attendance at the event, with the two most
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This happened tonight and I am such a proud Dad. My little girl Hannah
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One of the smarter ideas I’ve seen on Twitter. Very true inside NC For all sports
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Simply said, NC public schools should be playing fall sports right now.
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Union County you are about to go to 50% capacity at your sporting events. House just passed their bill, Senate bill right behind
You are part of a 15 county bill that the Governor cannot veto
Enjoy my friends! Having politicians that listen helps
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Just talked to a friend at a local community pool. Said he counted about 200 people there If 200 people at a club pool is ok - don’t even come to count people at a 12 field 40 acre baseball / softball field. PLAY BALL!
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Being as in touch with Charlotte Baseball as I have been last 20 years, I've always gotten excited for local kids getting pro opportunities
Today's news hit a little closer to home. I consider the Little Family really good friends of mine. They always have been so kind to me
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I fear the longer youth sports are prevented from returning that the emotional and mental stress are going to have an everlasting impact on the kids. Nearly every sport can be played much safer than retail conditions we are witnessing every day in NC .
#ItsTimeItsNow
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It's been nearly 11 months since Grace won the race and descended upon heaven. Many of you know her story and the terrible disease she was met with. You also know that my wonderful children, Hannah, William and Tyler are committed to keeping her memory alive and to helping
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Today is the day for that one single person that holds the key to the information needed to rise up and deliver for this family, for themselves, for their future. If you are a student and have the information - feel free to share with the most trusted adult in your life so
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Father, You understand the pain of loss and grief. But right now, I pray for healing from the pain of losing Grace. Your Word says, that You are close to the broken-hearted and You save those who are crushed in spirit. I pray that Your presence, comfort and love will be with me.
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Ski Resort in NC vs High School Lacrosse Game in NC
BTW -- I am good with ski resort, but it can't be offset by now allowing families to watch their children compete in person
@SecMandyCohen
@RoyCooperNC
#LetUsInNC
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Best Advice for all NC High School Teams in ALL Sports. Have senior night the first home game of the year. Your season can go away in the blink of an eye, just ask a spring sport athlete.
Game 1 Senior Night
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Enough is enough - open the middle school and high school doors to the kids. Schools all around are operating 2-5 days a week with minuscule issues. The emotional damage on the kids is enough - it’s been 8 months - why are the doors still locked?
#kidsfirst
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My loving wife Grace's obituary. Love to all of you that have reached out. She was loved by so many. We are touched
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Amazing to read the tributes to
@CMPD
Officer Herrera today. Living beside
@ArdreyKellHS
for so many years, being at 100s of games, knowing thousands of students, I knew how he had mentored & tried to help those on the wrong tracks
Honor him by helping someone that needs help
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CHARLOTTE, NC
MIssing Child since October 13
Please Help
@FoxNews
@CNN
@NBCNews
@greta
@SandraSmithFox
@ainsleyearhardt
@MSNBC
@CharlotteObser
@nypost
@USATODAY
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These are tough days for families with senior athletes. For all but one team per division - it’s going to end with a loss
When that day came for us - we had a lot of things going on - my wife was very sick, we had been told that Duke could do nothing else for her three days
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Back on positivity mountain - 77% drop in coronavirus cases last six weeks. The news no one wants you to know.
#positivityMountain
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I can't claim much success in the fight, but in my heart, I am proud to have advocated for kids, youth sports and families every single day of this pandemic
I will continue as its simply what I do and where my heart is
You kids hang in there, pray, support one another
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Breaking News! Friday I will sit down (Via Video) with NC Health Secretary Mandy Cohen. Looking forward to talking about how Covid 19 has changed the lives of our children, youth sports, what school could look like this fall & more. Very excited to share here Friday Afternoon.
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I had forgotten what it was like to wake up at 6am for an 8am baseball game. Alarm clock went off early. Headed out to watch my son coach 11U baseball. Call me crazy - but I’ll do it every single time to support him and cheer for his team.
#ODarkThirty
#AnswerTheBell
#Journey
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I7:25am — I am in Raleigh to put in work for kids & families across the state. My mission has always revolved around creating opportunities for families & students. I believe a lot of hard work by many will allow for a step forward today. I will keep you all updated.
#iDontHide
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@BrendanBohon
Your kids made the right decision. Support them - they give you all they have every game - give them support, love and stop trying to guilt them with social media posts.
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The
@NCHSAA
will lift its Corona virus Ban June 1. Such a shame no one was creative enough to figure a way to let the spring sports play their seasons a month past final day of school.
What a disservice to the spring sport athletes.
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Many focus only on the elite athlete. I try to direct attention to other kids that deserve to have their story told. When we lose sight of what is really important in life, we are in trouble.
Many of you know this family & will agree with me, this is what life is all about
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I want to shine light on something other than sports this morning. Something far more important than any game in the area
Friday morning two
@SMHSSabres
seniors lost their lives in a car crash.
Seniors Kaia Hodge and Jada Cousins
Praying for their families as they attempt to
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I think you will enjoy this update.
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I commend
@CMSSupt
for reversing course and returning sports, arts, ROTC to schools. These kids have had enough NO’s in their lives. Now let’s figure out a path to YES for a legitimate graduation and Proms. Athletes it’s up to you now to not let your guard down - be safe
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I have had 10 HS coaches reach out to me about CMS taking sports away 4 now
Theme - "No 1 has ever come to watch or ask how we are handling the protocols. We have worked so hard to provide the safest situations possible & it was just taken away. They have no idea all we do
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Honor to have our good friend Will Shipley speak to all of our middle school football players tonight at the
@BigDubFootball
@willshipley2021
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After reading the Charlotte
@theobserver
All-Observer Teams my whole life, it’s an honor to see my own child chosen All-Observer. Congratulations
@TylerRoakes
on your Baseball Selection. Proud of you. Thanks
@charlottepreps
@CCSCougarSports
@BC_Baseball
@drypondbaseball
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Open these high school campuses. These kids need athletics, band, chorus, dance, robotics, community service opportunities, etc. They need to be kids. Use your outside space. We must do all we can to fight the mental issues they are facing. Get with the program NOW
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Thank you
@CCSCougarSports
for such a wonderful signing day event this morning! We are grateful for all you do.
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When we get 2-3 years away from this pandemic and we learn how many decisions were made based on politics and how many people made decisions with no regard to kids and others, there are going to be a lot of pi$$ed off people. Call out the corruption now, don't wait. Speak Up
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This meant the world to me when
@CCSBaseball10
@CCSCougarSports
presented it this weekend. We all must do what we can to find a path to YES for kids. Doing it for these special kids was an honor. Thank you
@CCSBaseball10
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Watching adults try to criticize kids organizing and fighting for their sports.,,,, Grow up... I’m proud of every kid that will fight for something they believe in. I’ve got your back
@Tahj_El21
and every student athlete from every sport.
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I challenge EVERY high school baseball and softball team to copy this amazing idea. The 2020 season and how it ended was vicious, it cut like a knife. While it hurt everyone, the seniors took the biggest blow.
Only thing I might add is to have entire team sign the ball.
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I’ll never understand why a D1 school has not locked up
@dubboysbball
@ChaseLowe10
yet. I fail to see the negatives He will prove to be a much better college player than a lot of the “higher- profile” kids already signed. Academics / athletics / character
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With all the focus on football - let’s remember there are student athletes that excel in volleyball, cross country, soccer, field hockey, golf,tennis and other fall sports tied up in this mess. They all are equally invested in their sport. Let them play should they desire
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Baseball is a lot like life - your direction can change overnight. The path to success may be a little different than expected
Tyler’s plans and his life of course went through and continues to go through major changes following the passing of his Mom, my wife Grace
The Lord
🚨We are excited to announce that Tyler Roakes will be our Head JV Baseball Coach this spring!
Tyler played at CCS for 4 years and went on to play at Berry College. He currently coaches at
@SBATheShow
and brings energy, passion, and knowledge to our staff
Welcome
@Tylerhits17
‼️
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One of the most Broken Rules in Youth Sports. If you absolutely can't keep your mouth shut about someone else's child, then make sure its something positive you have to say about them. One of the most broken rules around. Talk kids UP all you can, otherwise stay quiet.
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Never think for one second that there isn’t a younger kid that wants to grow up to be just like you. Always set a great example.
@jccougarshoops
@CCSCougarSports
@Phenom_Hoops
#ccsmlk22
@Coach_Rick57
@CCSCougarHoops
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My son
@TylerRoakes
is a finalist for the Charlotte Observer Athlete of the Week. He opened his junior year with a 2 run HR, RBI Double and 3 RBIS, 3 Runs on Tuesday night. I am so proud of him
If you can, please vote for him
Thank you so much
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If this photo doesn't speak a million words, I don't know what does.
Just look at it and realize what will happen if this EO doesn't get changed.
Think about looking up in the stands and not seeing your parents
It's Time
@RoyCooperNC
@SecMandyCohen
#PathToYes
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One of the worst days in Charlotte history. So many lives were changed today by a very bad person.
Today is a reminder that police officer and their families deserve our support 24/7/365
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On your way home tonight from your travel baseball, soccer, softball, etc games pause for one moment and realize it's not about your personal happiness, This is your child's time to live their life. Don't go off the deep end and raise hell at the coach or academy and blow up
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My man
@SlippinOnButter
just called Game!!
@NCStateBaseball
Brandon Butterworth just walked it off vs unc-ch - bottom of ninth solo shot!!!
One of my all time favorite local kids! Been watching him play for a long time!!
@SVHS_Athletics1
alum!!
Proud of you buddy!!
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@LostCrashes
That place was empty / this place was packed. Enough said
@TheDirtTrack
held another awesome, on time, night of racing
@WorldofOutlaws
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@dennyhamlin
You created a monster Denny. Amazing idea that is going to take off at least between fans real fast
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Congratulations to
@Catholic_FB
I have said this for over a decade now -- "The names change every year, but the success continues." What an amazing program. Go win another state title Cougars!
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Thank you
@ParkerMcCollum
for sharing our story of Grace last night in Wilmington. Your time and desire to dedicate a song to
@TylerRoakes
Mom / my wife Grace left us speechless. Your music brought Tyler comfort for 21 months as Grace battled brain cancer. Last night your
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Asking all in the baseball community to say an extra prayer for
@parkerbyrd11
this morning. Gods plan is taking Parker down a tough road this morning. Praying for he and his family to be strong.
@ECUBaseball
@SCPanthers_
@PrepBaseballNC
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A good man that did his best to help
@ArdreyKellHS
students for many years passed away last night. Officer Herrera provided students with guidance to help them recover from poor decisions & find a way back to a better path
The world needs far more adults that look out for kids
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Congratulations
@Catholic_FB
Cougars! You trusted the process and have grinded together since day one at Holy Trinity. You are State Champions, again! Congratulations to Chase, John, Milan and all the boys on the team!
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And that concludes the charlotte HS Baseball Extended Season League. Lesson to learn -don’t accept a NO answer from people that lack creativity to find a YES. Trust me - if the kids get hurt again we will respond with options for kids.
#KidsWon
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I appreciate all the calls, texts & emails I have gotten this weekend as it relates to the Governors EO on outside youth sporting events. I've compiled many of these & will share them with him
In my heart I believe Gov, Cooper and I can FIND A PATH TO YES for families
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May God watch over the Simmons family. Greg was a good soul that gave so much to the game. You did well 42
Beloved CCS Baseball Coach Greg Simmons passed away after a battle with lung cancer, stepping into his eternal home with our Savior. Our prayers go out to his wife, sons and grandchildren, that God will bless and comfort them in the days ahead. We love you
#42
.
#AlwaysAKnight
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The
@NCHSAA
season is over now. I have lots of observations and thoughts, but for now I ask you to join me in thanking the unsung heroes and vastly underpaid Athletic Directors, Coaches and Students
The Real Heroes
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I wish I had the time to tell the stories of every student athlete in town. I was proud to have the chance to spend three hours last night with 70 incredible kids at the Charlotte Track and Field Awards. We need more good news in our world. Thank you all for attending
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My Special Message for
@RoyCooperNC
Governor Cooper Let's Find a Path To Yes for Outside Youth Sports and Families
We can do this
Thank you for your time
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My Guy. Proud Father. I am so appreciative to everyone that has taken the time to make an impact on Tyler's life. It takes a village and we have had so many that love him and have poured into him over the years.
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I want to send prayers to the entire
@ProvidenceDay
Community. The tragic loss of a student requires the support and love of everyone in the community. I pray for the family, the school and all friends. I hope everyone will join me in praying for this tragic loss.
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One thing I have always preached over the last 20 years of being in the youth sports business is to understand that no matter how old you are, there is always someone younger watching you, hoping to one day be just like you.
For Tyler that started at age 3 watching Zico Pasut
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Union county state legislature members are leading the way to get 2 parents per athlete at outside events. These men are champions. Wish one of the Mecklenburg senators would respond to my call for help. Thank you guys. Together we will keep families together
#pathtoyes
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Tip of the cap to
@QuikTrip
for keeping gas at $2.69 while all these independent owned stores gouge us at $3.99 and above. Remember QT when it’s back to normal. Great stores!!!
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College degrees do not say D1 D2 or D3. In fact often times the higher the number - the brighter the future.
#40yeardecision
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Ok
@CharMeckSchools
you aren't going to have kids on campus for school. Let's be creative and find a way to provide some safe social opportunities and sports for the kids.
Depression, Anxiety and Suicide are skyrocketing and I hear so few even mentioning it
LEAD
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Best News on the Internet today!
everyone give a big thumbs up to
@ashlyn_sully22
for being a fighter!
👍
Officially cancer free! So proud of you
@ashlyn_sully22
for your determination and hard work. Can’t wait to see you on the field this summer. Thanks to everyone for all your support and prayers.
#sullystrong
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Congratulations to one of the nicest people you will ever meet,
@Trent_Thornton1
has made the
@BlueJays
coming out of spring training. This
@AKHSBaseball
graduate is a kind soul, one we should all pull for. You will not find a better family behind him. So proud of you Trent!
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No matter your age there is always someone younger that wants to grow up to be just like you
Play your game the right way, be a good sport, take the time to talk to the younger kids at your game
Never set bad examples for younger ball players
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Praise God. All love to the Heath Family. Please give them
The space needed.
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@NC_Governor
Governors Tweet Coming from someone who sent their kids to private school.
Every family deserves the opportunity to pursue the type of education they believe in. Invest in All children and families. It’s their tax dollars - let them choose how to use it. Choice is good.
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I'm climbing up to the top of my positive mountain to SHOUT a few things
The C-19 positivity rate is down to 6.5%
We have the lowest number of hospitalizations since November.
Every media outlet should be leading with POSITIVE NEWS, I AM !
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If you want to thank the two people that worked the hardest to correct the decision to stop
@CMeckAthletics
send a thank you to Rhonda Cheek &
@MargaretMarsh84
They made this reversal of a bad decision happen. At some point ——follow clear data and have strong leadership
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