On Tuesday, our 10-year-old hugged us both tightly — her mom twice just before she left to teach, and me just before she got on the bus. I’m thankful that she still wants to hug and hold my hand ...

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URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — After three years serving as the Urbana Middle School Principal, Derrick Cooper announced on Sunday ...