Newsletter-Late-Week

Latty history book available

Latty Village was incorporated 145 years ago. In 1981, the village celebrated its centennial anniversary with a variety of activities including a parade, games, and lunch. But there was also a legacy given to the village for future generations, a booklet, Latty Village 100 Years 1881-1981.

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The dawn of professional baseball: Harry Wright and the Cincinnati Red Stockings

The year 1869 marks a significant milestone in the history of American sports as it witnessed the birth of professional baseball, thanks to the visionary efforts of Harry Wright and the Cincinnati Red Stockings. This groundbreaking development transformed baseball from a leisurely pastime into a professional sport, paving the way for the thriving baseball culture we know today.

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How the growth of girls’ sports is transforming communities and inspiring the future

In recent years, girls’ sports have grown a lot in popularity and participation. This growth is changing how people think about sports, not just at schools but throughout entire communities. The increase in girls playing sports is bringing people together, helping young athletes gain confidence and making sports fairer and more welcoming for everyone.

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Extreme heat: How safe is summer practice?

As temperatures climb well into the 90s and beyond this summer, concerns over high school athletes practicing outdoors in the heat have taken center stage. From football scrimmages to conditioning sessions, the balance between preparation and player safety is becoming increasingly difficult to manage, especially with heat index values climbing into triple digits.

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