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Datebook: July 10 - Death Valley Sets World Record for Highest Temperature 100 Years Ago

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For much of the United States, this summer (and last) has been HOT, but not as hot as Death Valley on this day in 1913. The Weather Bureau recorded a temperature of 134 Fahrenheit (56.7 Celsius) - the highest ever recorded. Pardon me while I go stand with the freezer door open.

It’s Wednesday, July 10

Baptist Health Paducah offers a Safe Sitter Class Friday from 9 to 4. The class, for boys and girls ages 11 and up, focuses on how to handle emergencies with young children and is led by a Certified Safe Sitter instructor. The cost is $30, which includes lunch and supplies. Pre-register by calling 270-575-8444.

Angels Attic Thrift Shop seeks donations of clothing, furniture, appliances, household items, and toys. Sale proceeds benefit the Angels Community Clinic. Bring donations to 972 Chestnut Street Monday through Saturday from 8 to 5.

The Kentucky Arts Council is accepting applications through August 15 from painters, photographers, printmakers, and craftspeople interested in participating in the Kentucky Crafted Program, the only state-supported marketing program for professional artists. For more information, call -502-564-3757, extension 473.

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Kala Dunn is a native of Princeton, Ky. She’s a 2006 graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy with a concentration in flute performance and a 2010 graduate of Murray State University with a B.M. in piano performance. She lives in Hamlin, Ky.
Matt Markgraf joined the WKMS team as a student in January 2007. He's served in a variety of roles over the years: as News Director March 2016-September 2019 and previously as the New Media & Promotions Coordinator beginning in 2011. Prior to that, he was a graduate and undergraduate assistant. He is currently the host of the international music show Imported on Sunday nights at 10 p.m.
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