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Bibb County Schools: The Bureaucracy
Part 4 of the Bibb County Watchdog series follows the org chart: who sits in the central office, what the state reports they are paid, and the questions the public…
Georgia Watchdog: The Bibb County Schools Series
A six-part records investigation. Part 1 follows the budget. Part 2 follows the checks. Part 3 follows the results. Part 4 follows the org chart. The featured story above is the newest installment.
Part 1Bigger Budgets, Fewer Students, More QuestionsRead the opener
Part 2What Is Bibb Buying?Read Part 2
Part 3The Graduation Mirage – 89% Graduate, 23% ProficientRead Part 3
Part 4 · LatestThe BureaucracyFeatured at the top of this page
Part 5The ClassroomComing soon
Part 6The RepairComing soon
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GEORGIA WATCHDOGBibb County Schools: Bigger Budgets, Fewer Students, More Questions
EDUCATIONThe Illiteracy Epidemic: Why Half of America Struggles to Read (and What It Means for the Future)
PETSHow to Get Rid of Fleas on Dogs and Cats and Save Money: Complete Treatment Guide for 2027
EDULINGOTeaching Día de los Muertos: Not Mexican Halloween
Watchdog & Consumer Advocacy
Bibb County Schools: The Graduation Mirage – 89% Graduate, 23% Proficient
Part 3 of 6 A records-based investigation into what Bibb County’s graduation rate actually measures, and what it doesn’t. If diplomas were learning, Bibb County would be a model district. They aren’t,…
Bibb County Schools Spending: What Is Bibb Buying?
Houston spends less and pays teachers more. Bibb faces another budget gap. Before the classroom gets the scissors, make the contracts defend themselves. Nearby Houston County spends less per student than Bibb,…
Hot Spring Jetsetter LX Review (2026 Update): Owner Verdict
I own the Hot Spring Jetsetter LX, so this is an owner’s verdict, not a spec sheet recap. Here is how it holds up in daily use and who should buy one.
The Shocking Truth About Indoor Air Quality in Your Home (and How to Fix It)
Is your home’s air making you sick? Discover common indoor air pollution sources, health risks, and expert-backed solutions for cleaner, healthier air.
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Guides & Explainers
GoDaddy’s WordPress Login Loop Locked Me Out of My Own Site
For four days, I could not log in to my own website. The public site was fine. Readers could read. I could log in from my laptop browser with the same username…
Dog Sleep Patterns: Understanding Canine Sleep Science and Improving Rest
Why does your dog twitch, circle, and nap all day? I break down what normal dog sleep looks like and which habits deserve a closer look.
How to Score the Best Deals on Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days wrapped up on October 7, and the sale prices went with it. What survives a sale like this is the method: how to tell a real bargain…
How to Turn Rakuten Cash Back Into Amex Membership Rewards and Free Travel
Did you know there’s a whole community out there saving thousands on travel? From scoring big with credit card welcome offers to using Rakuten for extra points, savvy travelers are unlocking free…
Pets
Aromatherapy for Pets: Safe and Effective Ways to Boost Your Furry Friends’ Well-being
Essential oils and pets do not always mix. I walk through what aromatherapy can mean for dogs and cats, which products raise safety questions, and what to ask your vet first.
Why Your Pet Can’t Sleep: The Science Behind Sleep Disorders in Animals
If your pet paces at night or never seems to settle, you are not imagining it. I cover common reasons pets lose sleep and what to try at home first.
A Cost-Saving Survival Guide for Pet Parents To Kill Fleas
Cost-saving flea treatment that actually works: split large-dog doses safely, treat your house and yard, and stop overpaying for flea control.
Small but Mighty: Raising a Happy and Healthy Yorkshire Terrier Puppy
If you’re a new Yorkie puppy owner, congratulations! Caring for a Yorkie can be a little intimidating at first, but with the right training, diet, exercise, and grooming, your furry friend will…
Education & Language
Teaching Ser vs. Estar: Why the DOCTOR and PLACE Acronyms Fail Your Students (And What Works Instead)
Every Spanish teacher has a poster, a worksheet, or a well-meaning textbook page that promises to settle ser vs. estar forever with two acronyms. DOCTOR for ser: Description, Occupation, Characteristic, Time, Origin,…
How I Structure Spanish I Final Exam Review
How I Structure Spanish I Final Exam Review (So It Actually Works) Every May, I watched the same tragedy unfold: students “studying” for the Spanish final by rereading a semester’s worth of…
Teaching Restaurant Spanish: Beyond Vocabulary Lists
Teaching Restaurant Spanish: From Vocabulary Lists to Real Ordering Skills Ask a Spanish I student to name twenty foods and you’ll get a confident list: la pizza, el pollo, las frutas. Then…
Why Students Never Really Learn Gustar (And How to Fix It)
Why Students Never Really Learn Gustar (and How to Fix It) Every Spanish teacher knows the moment. You have taught gustar. The students nodded along. The notes look fine. Then the quiz…
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Mes Patrio: Inside Mexico’s Patriotic Month of September
September in Mexico has a name of its own: el Mes Patrio, the Patriotic Month. For thirty days the country dresses in green, white, and red. Flags hang from balconies and government…
El Grito de Dolores: The Shout That Started Mexican Independence
Every year on the night of September 15, the Zócalo, the great central square of Mexico City, fills with people until there is barely room to stand. At about eleven o’clock, the…
Hispanic Religion: The Catholic Traditions at the Heart of Latino Culture
Walk into a home almost anywhere in the Spanish-speaking world and you will likely find the same quiet arrangement: a cross on the wall, a candle before a small statue of the…
Best Credit Cards to Pair With Rakuten for Travel Rewards: Amex, Chase and Bilt
Nine cards, one question: which one belongs in your wallet next to Rakuten? I compared the Amex, Chase, and Bilt cards I can actually refer, with current October 2026 fees and earning…
The Best Dashcams of 2027
We compared the 8 best dashcams for 2027: best 4K overall, budget, smart, and parking-mode picks, with current prices and honest pros and cons.
Cord-cutting: The Ultimate Guide to Streaming Services
In 2023, the trend of cord-cutting continues to reshape the TV landscape, with streaming services offering a flexible and often more affordable alternative to traditional cable and satellite TV. This comprehensive guide…
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