Wilson Communications eNewsletter


		July 2023


		Funniest Farm Animals Moo-ve over people! These animal antics — featuring cows, pigs, goats, and more — are sure to make you laugh.		Secrets of Food Commercials It takes food stylists, customized robots, and plenty of money to make a burger look perfectly delicious on screen.


		2023 FRS Community Grant The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) was established in 1994 in cooperation with NTCA — The Rural Broadband Association to sustain and enhance the quality of life throughout rural America by advancing an understanding of rural telecommunications. As part of its ongoing commitment to rural communities across the country, FRS offers aid for communities served by NTCA members through its annual Community Grants Program. These grants are designed to provide support to a variety of local efforts to build and sustain a high quality of life in rural America.   The grants support a variety of projects concentrated in the four major categories listed below. You may also visit the FRS website at this link to see examples of previous awarded projects, many of them in Kansas! Business and Economic Development – Devise a plan to turn your community into a global phenomenon by growing small or existing businesses, developing new ones and implementing a job creation program that attracts key talent from your community or from skilled individuals interested in relocating to small town America. Community Development – Develop an outreach program that helps to promote advancing technology skills of your community members, incorporates innovation into learning, raises the visibility of your community's talent and artistry, and places your town on everyone's bucket list as the place to visit. Education – Support advances in education by helping your schools get technology (computers, smart boards, etc.) in the classroom, build resources for curriculum development, strengthen extracurricular activities and programs, and promote distance learning programs. Telecommunications Applications – Show how you plan to turn your community into a technological powerhouse by promoting the implementation and use of broadband-enabled applications for telehealth, education, government services, safety and security, and efficient energy distribution and use. Completed applications must be returned no later than August 25, 2023. We will then forward all applications directly to FRS on the applicant's behalf. Applications received after this date will not be accepted. If you should have any questions, feel free to contact our office at 658-2111 or (800) 432-7607 or by email to kayla.cullens@wilsoncom.net.


		Wild About Wildlife? This site's livecams let you watch a wide variety of animals, from brown bears to bald eagles, in places around the globe. Learn more...		Play With Sand You don't need to be at the beach to play with sand. Simply move your curser around to create grainy masterpieces. Learn more...		Outdoor Dining Ideas Check out 25 thrifty ways to enhance outdoor dining, including an easy canopy, an airy gazebo, and a candle wall. Learn more...


		3 Fresh Corn Recipes July is Corn Month. Go beyond basic corn on the cob and try Corn Fritters, Mexican Street Corn, or Succotash.		Chicken Salad 3 Ways Check out recipes for Curried Chicken Salad, "Spicy Tuna Roll" Chicken Salad, and Herby Pesto Chicken Salad.


		Glow-in-the-Dark Fish They look like sardines with big eyes. The Lanternfish gets its name from its cool ability to produce light.		Tree Root Carving This artist uses power tools to turn a tree root into a spectacular work of art. You'll be amazed at his process!


		Simple Guide to Composting Compost is food for your garden. This no-fuss video shows you how to get started with your first compost bin.		How to Install Vinyl Flooring This is an easy DIY project that requires only minimal tools. Vinyl plank flooring is durable and looks like real wood.

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