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Page 20 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, July 20-July 26, 2023 SUDOKU SUDOKU Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column, and each 3 by 3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9 using logic. Answers ? ? ? ? ANSWER KEY SAFE & SOUND PET WORD SEARCH CARE CAT COLLARED COMPANION CONTAIN DOG FENCE HEALTH EMBEDDED LATCHED LEASH LOCATE LOST MICROCHIP OWNERSHIP PRECAUTION PROTECT REGISTER SECURITY SHELTER VETERINARIAN Senator Ted Alexander speaks at a press conference introducing SB626, Modifying Laws Relating to Human Trafficking, a bill he introduced that creates a statutory right for victims to seek permanent, lifetime no-contact orders against their trafficker, and expands the crime of Human Trafficking and sexual servitude to include patronizing and soliciting to mirror fed- eral law, and protects the trafficked victim from being denied an award from the Crime Vic- tim Compensation Fund if the victim commits a misdemeanor due to coercion perpetrated upon them by their trafficker. Photo provided PCA student wins semifi nalist prize in essay contest Bonnie Westbrook, the daughter of Bryson and Wren Westbrook of Shel- by and a rising eighth- grade student at Pinnacle Classical Academy, was one of ten semifi nalists in Stossel in the Classroom's 2022-23 essay contest. Students in grades 5-12 in North America were eligible to enter the con- test by writing a 500- to 1,000-word essay about the Constitution or eco- nomics. "We are so proud of Bonnie," said Dr. Shelly Shope, the school's head- master. "Her amazing ac- complishment is a tribute to her own hard work, as well as to our teachers and classical curriculum." "We strive to make col- lege as affordable as pos- sible for our students, and so we give our grade 7-12 students the opportunity to enter different local and national essay contests," Shope added. "Bonnie is our fourth student to have won a prize in a national contest in the last three years." Founded in 2013, Pin- nacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free K-12 pub- lic charter school that at- tracts 1,137 students from fi ve counties. For more information about the school, please visit www. pinnacleclassicalacad- emy.com. Submitted by Jeff Ziegler Bonnie Westbrook, rising eighth-grade student at Pinnacle Classical Academy. Warm weather means more time to relax outdoors. For those homeowners lucky enough to have en- tertaining spaces outside, spring and summer pro- vides plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh air under the sun or stars. Over the last few years, families have become es- pecially familiar with what works about their yards and where there is room for im- provement. Pandemic-re- lated travel restrictions and early stay-at-home man- dates resulted in plenty of time spent in backyards on staycations. Even though many such restrictions have been lifted, homeowners may have seen the benefits of having functional respites right outside their doors. A backyard renovation can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $50,000. The American Society of Land- scape Architects suggests homeowners budget the cost of a major landscaping project at between 5 and 10 percent of their home's value. Large or small, here are ways to make an out- door oasis at home. Create living privacy Living in close proxim- ity to neighbors may make privacy harder to come by. Wood or vinyl fences, however effective, may not provide the all-natural look many people desire. Vertical gardening, which trains easy-care vines like Turn your yard into a vacation-worthy oasis English ivy, Clematis or various climbing roses to grow on trellis or fencing adds greenery and privacy. Hedges and fast-growing shrubs also can be used for natural barriers. Install a pool Pools are the ulti- mate spots to cool off on hot days. An elaborately shaped inground pool can blend in with the landscape and offer the ultimate hang- out zone. However, above- ground pools also serve the purpose and are more budget-friendly. Stock tank pools are popular among those who want minimal pool expenditure or have small spaces to work with. Stock tanks are metal ves- sels traditionally used as watering holes for livestock. They also can be "adult kid- die pools" when combined with some plumbing. Gal- vanized steel frames make them sturdy. With floats and other accessories, they can become the perfect oasis. Provide outdoor atmo- sphere Create a bespoke bistro vibe by using freestanding planters and posts along with hanging lights to make an intimate outdoor hangout spot at night. For those with permanent structures, like a deck or a gazebo, lights can be strung across the area or on railings or edging. Extend the living space Decks and patios can help make outdoor enter- taining areas more comfort- able by eliminating the need to sit on the grass or gravel. Plus, they add another "room" to the home. When paired with weatherproof patio furniture, such as sofas, loungers and tables, a private seating area can be crafted and utilized for any number of entertaining desires. Hang a hammock Few things evoke feel- ings of relaxation better than a hammock. Fitted between two trees (or two posts if trees are sparse), a hammock is an ideal place to grab a nap or read a book. Additional oasis-inspired ideas include outdoor kitch- ens, letting up lanterns, cas- cading water features, and bird feeders to attract the sounds of nature.