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Post-Bar Exam Travel: Unwind with These Bar Trip Ideas

Published: Jun 29, 2021

While the stress of the bar exam can be overwhelming, there is one bright spot to look forward to: your post-exam bar trip. Planning a memorable trip after the bar exam is a favorite tradition among recent law grads—from relaxing at a tropical location to jetsetting around the globe. Unfortunately, this year COVID-19 still complicates things, including travel. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up your dreams of post-bar travel. Pack your bags and dust off your passport, here are destinations worth looking into.

Local Trips

If you are itching to get out town but unable to go far away, research spots within driving distance. Lots of cities are back to operating at full capacity, so booking a nice hotel in a nearby city can give you the opportunity to pamper yourself without the stress of lengthy travel. Another popular option during the pandemic has been glamping—something you can no doubt find within easy driving distance to you . You’ll get the perks of being close to nature and away from your everyday stress while enjoying comfort and luxury.

Travel the U.S.

You don’t need to leave the U.S. to have an amazing bar trip. From national parks, including Zion National Park and Yosemite National Park, to beach destinations, like Hawaii and Puerto Rico, there are amazing travel options right here. A perk of traveling within the U.S. is that you don’t have to worry as much about COVID restrictions, with the exception of Hawaii . (Though you should always check for any restrictions before traveling outside of your state.)

There are various ways to kick your trip up a notch to make it extra memorable. Once you pick a destination, check a travel tour website like Viator for some unique tours like a sunset tour of the Grand Canyon. There are tours for every interest as well as budget. You can even find tours that include transportation to another destination, allowing you to travel more!

If you’re not quite ready to board a plane, consider traveling by train. Amtrak is offering travel deals and packages for people wanting to explore the country. Travelers can book vacations at destinations that Amtrak travels to, from 46 states and over 500 train stations. If the journey is an overnight trip, you can upgrade to a Roomette or a Bedroom to get some rest before making memories.

Destination TBD

Do you have your bags packed but don’t know where to go? Check out Pack Up & Go , a surprise travel agency. The agency will first give you a survey to fill out that will inform them how many guests, dates, travel preferences, budget, and travel interests. Then the agency will book everything for you while keeping the details, including destination, a secret. Prior to the trip, you will receive an email that contains the mystery location’s weather forecast, a recommended pack list, and where and when to go for departure. Pack Up & Go only books domestic trips. An envelope, which contains recommendations of what to do and where to eat, will arrive at your home a few days before departure, but you will open it when you arrive at the departure location. Best part? You can tell the agency whether you want to stay near your home or fly across the country as well as how you want to travel. After months of studying for the bar, having someone else handle all of the details may be the best post-bar gift you can give yourself.

International

Traveling internationally is tricky right now, but even with some restrictions, there are ways to travel abroad. It is hard to book a vacation with the ongoing pandemic because it is difficult to know where we will be in a few months. If you are looking to book a vacation soon, check out the CDC’s travel website and this interactive map by United Airlines for up-to-date information. Some popular destinations beyond our borders this summer include Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.

If you are interested in a European city for some post-bar memories, there are plenty of options. (Need some ideas? Consider Croatia, George, Malta, Portugal, and Greece , for starters.) Keep an eye on the travel restrictions in the days leading up to your trip. Many European countries and the United Kingdom are open to vaccinated U.S. travelers but with restrictions ranging from needing a negative test upon arrival to quarantining for a certain amount of days. These restrictions may change at any time, so it is important to understand what will be required of you when you land.

If you are keen on traveling abroad, there are ways for you to protect your trip if your selected location enters lockdown or tightens restrictions again. There are various travel insurance plans that include COVID-related trip cancellations. Check the fine print of your travel bookings (hotel, transportation, tours, etc.) to make sure that you will be able to reschedule or get a refund if your trip is impossible due to the pandemic. It is smart to familiarize yourself with what is and what is not covered to help prevent possible stress later.

Staycations

If you don’t have a lot of vacation time, don’t want to deal with the stress of traveling during a pandemic, or are trying to save some money, consider a staycation. Either book a room at a local hotel you’ve been dying to check out or just stay at home. Explore local historical sites, go to museums in your area, try new restaurants, book a spa day, or just stay curled up in bed with Netflix and takeout! A staycation will allow you to unwind while also avoiding the stress of traveling and spending money.

Wherever you land this summer, take time to celebrate all of the hard work you put into studying for the bar exam, and give yourself a much-deserved break. Happy travels!

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Post-Bar Exam Travel: Unwind with These Bar Trip Ideas

While the stress of the bar exam can be overwhelming, there is one bright spot to look forward to: your post-exam bar trip. Planning a memorable trip after the bar exam is a favorite tradition among recent law grads—from relaxing at a tropical location to jetsetting around the globe. Unfortunately, this year COVID-19 still complicates things, including travel. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up your dreams of post-bar travel. Pack your bags and dust off your passport, here are destinations worth looking into.

Local Trips

If you are itching to get out town but unable to go far away, research spots within driving distance. Lots of cities are back to operating at full capacity, so booking a nice hotel in a nearby city can give you the opportunity to pamper yourself without the stress of lengthy travel. Another popular option during the pandemic has been glamping—something you can no doubt find within easy driving distance to you . You’ll get the perks of being close to nature and away from your everyday stress while enjoying comfort and luxury.

Travel the U.S.

You don’t need to leave the U.S. to have an amazing bar trip. From national parks, including Zion National Park and Yosemite National Park, to beach destinations, like Hawaii and Puerto Rico, there are amazing travel options right here. A perk of traveling within the U.S. is that you don’t have to worry as much about COVID restrictions, with the exception of Hawaii . (Though you should always check for any restrictions before traveling outside of your state.)

There are various ways to kick your trip up a notch to make it extra memorable. Once you pick a destination, check a travel tour website like Viator for some unique tours like a sunset tour of the Grand Canyon. There are tours for every interest as well as budget. You can even find tours that include transportation to another destination, allowing you to travel more!

If you’re not quite ready to board a plane, consider traveling by train. Amtrak is offering travel deals and packages for people wanting to explore the country. Travelers can book vacations at destinations that Amtrak travels to, from 46 states and over 500 train stations. If the journey is an overnight trip, you can upgrade to a Roomette or a Bedroom to get some rest before making memories.

Destination TBD

Do you have your bags packed but don’t know where to go? Check out Pack Up & Go , a surprise travel agency. The agency will first give you a survey to fill out that will inform them how many guests, dates, travel preferences, budget, and travel interests. Then the agency will book everything for you while keeping the details, including destination, a secret. Prior to the trip, you will receive an email that contains the mystery location’s weather forecast, a recommended pack list, and where and when to go for departure. Pack Up & Go only books domestic trips. An envelope, which contains recommendations of what to do and where to eat, will arrive at your home a few days before departure, but you will open it when you arrive at the departure location. Best part? You can tell the agency whether you want to stay near your home or fly across the country as well as how you want to travel. After months of studying for the bar, having someone else handle all of the details may be the best post-bar gift you can give yourself.

International

Traveling internationally is tricky right now, but even with some restrictions, there are ways to travel abroad. It is hard to book a vacation with the ongoing pandemic because it is difficult to know where we will be in a few months. If you are looking to book a vacation soon, check out the CDC’s travel website and this interactive map by United Airlines for up-to-date information. Some popular destinations beyond our borders this summer include Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.

If you are interested in a European city for some post-bar memories, there are plenty of options. (Need some ideas? Consider Croatia, George, Malta, Portugal, and Greece , for starters.) Keep an eye on the travel restrictions in the days leading up to your trip. Many European countries and the United Kingdom are open to vaccinated U.S. travelers but with restrictions ranging from needing a negative test upon arrival to quarantining for a certain amount of days. These restrictions may change at any time, so it is important to understand what will be required of you when you land.

If you are keen on traveling abroad, there are ways for you to protect your trip if your selected location enters lockdown or tightens restrictions again. There are various travel insurance plans that include COVID-related trip cancellations. Check the fine print of your travel bookings (hotel, transportation, tours, etc.) to make sure that you will be able to reschedule or get a refund if your trip is impossible due to the pandemic. It is smart to familiarize yourself with what is and what is not covered to help prevent possible stress later.

Staycations

If you don’t have a lot of vacation time, don’t want to deal with the stress of traveling during a pandemic, or are trying to save some money, consider a staycation. Either book a room at a local hotel you’ve been dying to check out or just stay at home. Explore local historical sites, go to museums in your area, try new restaurants, book a spa day, or just stay curled up in bed with Netflix and takeout! A staycation will allow you to unwind while also avoiding the stress of traveling and spending money.

Wherever you land this summer, take time to celebrate all of the hard work you put into studying for the bar exam, and give yourself a much-deserved break. Happy travels!

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How To Handle Post-Bar Exam Anxiety

The bar exam is a stressful experience that lasts for months. From studying to taking the exam to waiting for results, the process can be excruciating.  You probably studied for 300-400 hours and had a lot of anxiety building up to the day of the test.  Text day itself can result in a range of emotions, from excitement to panic.  And after the bar exam is over, there is a long waiting period of 6-10 weeks before you receive results. Furthermore, you might not feel a sense of relief when the exam is over but might be fearful you did not pass.  This is a lot to deal with and takes a mental and physical toll on law students. In this post, we’ll cover ways you can handle post-bar exam anxiety.

How Will I Know When I Get My Results?

The best way to know when your bar exam results come out is to check with your state’s Board of Bar Examiners (or equivalent). Some jurisdictions let bar exam takers know on test day when to expect results. Other states publish their projected release dates online. Some states don’t formally announce a date, but they release results around at about the same time after each administration. Unfortunately, not all states give takers a warning before releasing results or release them at different time periods.  You may need to check frequently if your jurisdiction utilizes these practices!

Healthy Ways To Handle Stress

How is a student supposed to deal with the stress of waiting for results in a healthy and productive way?  Depending on your needs and personality, de-stressing can look different. As a future attorney, you likely have a very driven personality and set goals for yourself and see them through.   Waiting for bar exam results for almost two months is tedious. If you find that you best spend your time when you set goals, then you can set short-term goals for yourself during this time that will help you feel proud and accomplished instead of idle.  Alternatively, you might be the type of person who just needs a break.  You’re finally done with law school and the bar. You might need to rest your brain and body.  If you can afford a relaxing vacation, many students take a “ post-bar trip. ”  If that’s not in the budget, you can engage in other forms of self-care.

Remember, it will be months, not days or weeks , before you get your bar exam results.  Generally, bar exam results take between 1-3 months. The smaller the jurisdiction, the more likely the results come out quickly (although this is not a hard and fast rule).

Whatever your personality style, the suggestions below may help pass the time in a productive and healthy way.

Try Some New Hobbies That Are Proven To Lower Stress

Engaging in hobbies can have a range of positive effects, like improving mood and social interaction, and refocusing attention away from negative thoughts.

Take the time you have to finally catch up on some of the books you didn’t get to read in law school or while you were preparing for the bar exam.  Reading can even relax your body by  lowering your heart rate and easing the tension in your muscles . A 2009 study at the University of Sussex found that reading can reduce stress by up to 68%!  So, not only does reading some books for pleasure help your body and calm your mind, it can also give you that feeling of accomplishment.

Whether you take the February or July bar exam, there are plants that can thrive in any season.  Did you know that you can plant seeds in the summer that will grow into vegetables in the fall?  Or if there is no longer frost, you can plant some flowers in March which will bloom in the warm weather.  Also, gardening and being outside can trigger more positive thoughts.  If you don’t have access to an outdoor spot then try some indoor gardening or potted plants as a healthy and fun hobby to distract you from waiting for the bar exam results.

Art Projects

Painting, drawing, and doodling are great ways to practice mindfulness and get more in tune with yourself and your emotions.  Getting caught up in an intricate art project or even just a coloring book allows you to adjust your focus to the task at hand.  So why not flex your creative muscles and do or try something artistic?

Don’t forget, art projects go beyond paint and canvas.  If putting pencil to paper is not your cup of tea, try something else!  Crocheting, knitting, sewing, playing an instrument, or even cooking can all provide you with a healthy outlet while you wait for results!  Need some tips to get started on any of these endeavors?  There are loads of blogs and Youtube videos that can help!

Set Some Short Term Professional Goals

According to  a study published by the American Psychological Association , chasing goals can:

• Give you a sense of purpose
• Reduce the effects of depression and anxiety
• Provide a sense of control in your life
• Improve your motivation

Therefore, setting short-term professional goals while you’re waiting for your bar exam results can only help pass this time in a way that can still make you feel accomplished.

Freshen Up Your LinkedIn Profile

You might be wondering if lawyers use LinkedIn – and the answer is yes!  In fact, LinkedIn is not only a good tool for finding a job, but also for finding potential new clients.  If you are going into private practice, it can always pay to bring in business.   It’s important to remember that using LinkedIn is different from Facebook and the emphasis should always be on business opportunities and professionalism .  Be sure to list your law school accolades, your internships, and your goals.  Then, start networking with your peers and mentors.  Then, when you pass the bar, you can post that too!

Write An Article

It is always a benefit for an attorney to have something published, even as frequently as once or twice a year.  This does not have to be a scholarly article or a Law Review note.  So, why not use this time to research some areas of the law that you might want to write an article about?  You can publish your article yourself on your LinkedIn profile, or once you are admitted to the bar, submit your articles to the local Law Journal, and see if they will publish it. Either way, this can be a good time to look into areas of the law that you want to work in and become more acquainted with the cases and statutes for when you go into practice.

Talk To A Professional

There is absolutely no shame in talking to a mental health or substance abuse professional at this time in your life, or at any time in your career as an attorney.  In fact, lawyers have a very stressful workload and career.  Starting healthy habits and relationships now is a wonderful idea.  Lawyer Assistance Programs provide confidential services and support to judges, lawyers, and law students who are facing substance use disorders or mental health issues. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, contact your state or local LAP .

Remember, the results are just around the corner.  Developing healthy habits now can only improve your career as an attorney and help you work past post-bar-exam anxiety.

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I’m Back! Post Bar Exam + Bar Trip Reflection

Last time I wrote a blog post was my final month of law school. Now I’m in my first month of post bar exam life and about to start my big girl job. It’s so crazy how quickly time flies when you’re living the life you’ve built for yourself.

I spent May-July preparing for and sitting for the Florida Bar Exam and now that its all over I don’t know what to do with myself while I wait for results to come out. I am so grateful that I was able to take a bar trip, for 3 weeks across Europe but now I have another few weeks to wait.

In the meantime I am getting my life in order with all the doctors and dentist appts I’ve been putting off the last few months, getting my car serviced, organizing my room + setting up my office space and of course finally getting to see my friends.

I shared weekly updates during bar prep on my podcast The Let’s Get Candid Podcast , but I would be happy to answer any questions about my bar exam experience and my bar trip. Follow me on IG to send in questions or leave them in the comments of this post!

To say the bar exam was a whirlwind would be the understatement of the century. Law school tries to prepare you for the sleepless nights and long days staring at a computer screen but until you’re actually in bar prep you don’t realize just how much of challenge, both mentally and physically studying for this exam really is. Not to mention the emotional toll it takes on you, from isolation from friends and family, the imposter moments and feeling like you don’t know anything, comparing others’ study habits to your own and personal mental health struggles, I truly couldn’t have gotten through this process without the support of my family, friends and prayer.

I thought college tested me and law school showed me that there was still more growth and work to be done. Boy was I tested even more this summer. But I am so thankful I had the opportunity to go to law school and sit for the bar exam, to be tested this way. It definitely has made me a more empathetic, self aware, grounded person and it taught me so much about myself.

My bar trip with EF Ultimate Break did too. I thought 3 weeks across Italy, France and Spain would be fun in the sun, meeting lots of people, immersing myself in the culture and sightseeing but it was so much more. I made some really great friends that I wouldn’t have gotten through the sleepless nights (the fun kind) without and have become lifers for sure. I was challenged by not so fun travel partners, lack of rest, an Italian heat wave (aka no AC anywhere), dehydration, blisters and more but the memories I made will 100% carry me into this next chapter. I have grown tremendously in the last 9 months alone but even just this summer and I am so grateful that I got to have an experience like this, at this moment in my life especially.

We did so much in just 3 weeks that its hard to share in just one post but I have compiled a guide for you on my Out of Office account here , so if you wanna see where I went you can check it out + save it to your future trip itinerary all in one place! I can totally do an in depth post on each country or city if you want so just lmk!

I will be doing a podcast episode recap too so be sure to subscribe + follow along there too for a candid take on how I’m really doing while I wait for my results.

I can’t wait to bring you all along on the journey of this next chapter! Reconnecting with friends, rediscovering my city + creating the life and career I have dreamed of for myself, its all within reach!

Fingers crossed for a few more weeks,

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For a wheelchair-accessible van with a ramp or a lift, rent from a mobility company like BraunAbility , one of the largest builders of wheelchair-accessible vans in the country, with rentals at many locations. MobilityWorks , an accessible-vehicle and adaptive-equipment dealer, has rental locations in 34 states. AccessibleGO , which offers a one-stop shop for adapted rental cars and wheelchair-accessible vans, has agreements with 100 wheelchair van rental locations nationwide; request a quote on their website. For accessibleGO’s rental cars, you can request hand controls and a spinner knob at checkout.

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You can use Google Maps, Waze and MapQuest for initial accessibility research using photos and street view. Google Maps provides directions for some wheelchair-accessible pedestrian and transit routes.

Sites such as Roadtrippers and Furkot can plot an entire itinerary. While these websites are not disability specific, they are invaluable tools. (Roadtrippers does have a wheelchair-accessible check box in the search function.) You can filter by types of destinations such as national parks or museums, and search for hotels and campgrounds. Furkot allows you to input how long you want to drive each day, whether you want to travel on Interstate highways or take more scenic roads. The app will determine the best route and length of time between stops, and suggest where to stay overnight.

Finding lodging

While hotels and other accommodations are required to comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act, many hotels do not meet all accessibility needs. Most of the booking sites list hotels with accessible rooms for those with mobility, hearing and vision needs, but this information is not always verified. Do additional research on review sites and look for photos. Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton and Fairmont hotels offer allergy-friendly and scent-free rooms in some locations. Call the hotel to verify accessibility and to make sure a specific room is reserved for you.

Vacation rentals are typically not required to be A.D.A. compliant, but some do provide accessibility information. Airbnb recently rolled out an adapted category with accessibility search features and homes that have been scanned for accessibility. Review photos and contact the host for more information. Some hosts will make accommodations, such as changing the cleaning supplies or shifting furniture, but document your request using the in-app messaging system so that customer service can help if you run into issues.

Wheel the World is an accessible travel agency offering bookings at over 3,000 verified accessible hotels in the United States. The hotels have been reviewed in person by trained assessors; only those that meet the criteria are listed. Sign up as a disabled traveler or a companion and complete a personal profile that includes options for a variety of disabilities and accessibility needs. The site will provide listings that match your profile with partial, adequate and outstanding match options.

Food and medication

There are a variety of options to keep food or medication cold while traveling. Electric coolers can plug into your vehicle’s 12-volt outlet, but pay attention to the type of cooling mechanism — the less expensive versions are usually thermoelectric and will cool only to about 30 degrees below ambient temperature (if it is 70 degrees in the car, it will cool to 40 degrees). Compressor coolers are more expensive but maintain normal refrigerated temperatures.

Many hotels provide mini-refrigerators. When you know you will be stopping somewhere with a fridge almost every night, layer large ice packs and supplies in a cooler, then top them with another insulating layer like a cooling bag. This keeps everything cold for a couple of days at a time.

It’s also a good idea to travel with a single-burner cooktop — electric to use inside, or propane to use at rest areas and campgrounds — and a camp mess kit so that you can safely cook meals.

Some of the best apps to find food, restaurants and grocery stores that accommodate dietary needs are Fig for allergy-specific options, Happy Cow for vegan-friendly options and Find Me Gluten Free for celiac-safe spots. Add your favorite options to the route-planning app so that you know where to stop.

Finding activities

In addition to the apps mentioned in the route-planning section, state and local tourism organizations are good sources for accessible destinations.

National parks and monuments, which are required to meet federal accessibility guidelines, typically have visitor centers and recreation sites with accessible features. Each park website has information, as well as programs and services within the park. While accessibility varies, you can usually find information on wheelchair-accessible trails and campsites, tactile and audio features, assistive listening devices, and American Sign Language interpreters.

At state parks, accessibility features may not be consistent, but you can usually find some information on each park’s website.

Apps like AllTrails list wheelchair-friendly trails across the country, but the information may not be verified, so contact the park or land manager for verification. Among the parks with notable accessible trails are Redwood National and State Parks, North Cascades National Park, Badlands National Park, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park .

Syren Nagakyrie, the founder of the nonprofit Disabled Hikers and the author of “The Disabled Hiker’s Guide to Western Washington and Oregon” and “The Disabled Hiker’s Guide to Northern California,” among other guidebooks, leads group hikes and conducts assessments throughout the United States.

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Mumbai:  Spend 36 hours in this fast-changing Indian city  by exploring ancient caves, catching a concert in a former textile mill and feasting on mangoes.

Kyoto:  The Japanese city’s dry gardens offer spots for quiet contemplation  in an increasingly overtouristed destination.

Iceland:  The country markets itself as a destination to see the northern lights. But they can be elusive, as one writer recently found .

Texas:  Canoeing the Rio Grande near Big Bend National Park can be magical. But as the river dries, it’s getting harder to find where a boat will actually float .

Playgirl Ran a 'Sleep with Donald Trump' Contest in 1990?

An x (formerly twitter) post stated, "that one time #trump was in playgirl for anyone to win a trip to his bed.", izz scott lamagdeleine, published april 21, 2024.

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For years, claims have spread across social media platforms that Playgirl magazine ran a "Sleep with Donald Trump" contest in their August 1990 edition.

An X (formerly Twitter) post from 2023 stated , "That one time #Trump was in Playgirl for anyone to win a trip to his bed." Attached were four images that allegedly showed the contest in question.

We found posts about the claims on other social media platforms, including TikTok , Reddit and Instagram .

Playgirl did run a "Sleep with Donald Trump" contest, as we previously reported  in 2020. We reached out for further details to Playgirl, which confirmed the magazine had run the contest in its August 1990 edition, as well as in the "Coming Up" section in its July 1990 issue.

As we reported in 2020, Trump and his first wife Ivana were in the midst of their divorce around the time the photo contest was announced. The contest claimed it picked 25 winners, one for "each million of soon-to-be-ex-wife Ivana's prenuptial agreement." (The New York TImes reported in 1991 that she received $14 million in the divorce settlement.)

The prize for winning the contest was a pillowcase with Trump's face on it, as well as a copy of "Donald Trump: The Man, The Myth, The Scandal" by Joel Reed:

He's tall, good-looking, about to be divorced, and rich beyond your wildest imagination. His every move makes headlines — even his bedroom moves One woman reportedly called him "the best sex I've ever had." He's multi-billionaire Donald Trump, and now, if you win our contest, you can snuggle up and get to know him too. It's easy! Just fill out the coupon below, and mail it in to us by August 15, 1990. We'll pick 25 winners at random (one for each million of soon-to-be-ex-wife Ivana's prenuptial agreement). Each lucky winner will receive a pillowcase exclusively silkscreened for this PLAYGIRL contest with the Donald's face, so you can lie there whispering sweet nothings in his ear all night. If you win, you'll also get a copy of Masquerade Books' hot new read, Donald Trump: The Man, The Myth, The Scandal, by Joel Reed. You'll be able to find out whatever you want to know about America's most magnetic magnate. Don't wait. A catch like Donald Trump won't stay out of someone's bed for long!

The magazine wasn't able to provide us with any further information about the winners of the contest.

We've previously reported on claims that involve Trump and other magazines, including the allegation that the former president once told People magazine that "Republicans are the dumbest group of voters."

Hylton, Richard D. "Trumps Settle; She Gets $14 Million Plus." The New York Times , 21 Mar. 1991. NYTimes.com , https://www.nytimes.com/1991/03/21/nyregion/trumps-settle-she-gets-14-million-plus.html.

LaMagdeleine, Izz Scott. "Trump Once Said Republicans Are the 'Dumbest Group of Voters'?" Snopes , 28 Jan. 2024, https://www.snopes.com//fact-check/trump-republicans-dumbest-voters/.

Mikkelson, David. "Did Playgirl Run a 'Sleep with Donald Trump' Contest in 1990?" Snopes , 30 Jan. 2020, https://www.snopes.com//fact-check/playgirl-trump-contest/.

By Izz Scott LaMagdeleine

Izz Scott LaMagdeleine is a fact-checker for Snopes.

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Master Gardener’s Trip to CALL Ministries

On Tuesday, April 16th, the Shelby County Master Gardener Volunteers visited Celina, Ohio to C.A.L.L. Ministries to tour their aquaponic system. CALL (Community Action Life Line) Ministries is a faith-based food pantry that regularly serves over 750 families, and allows families to choose the items they need. They have several sectors of their non-profit, including the aquaponics center, outdoor gardens, a backpack program for schoolchildren, and free meals. The MGV toured the aquaponics sector where they viewed how 200 yellow perch produce nutrients for lettuce plants, resulting in a harvest of 25 pounds a week. The harvest is then given to the pantry to be handed out to needy families. Outside, they have outdoor gardens where they grow fresh produce for the pantry. They grow a variety of different vegetables from tomatoes, peppers, onions, raspberries, herbs, and even flowers for families to pick.

Once the tour was finished, MGV held their monthly meeting at the Mercer County OSU Extension Office, hosted by Mercer County ANR Educator Ryan McMichael. There they held their regularly scheduled meeting.

A look at the lettuces being grown without the colored grow lights.

The filtering mechanism for solid waste in the aquaponics system.

MGVs view the outdoor gardens. While it is still early to see much, come summer there will be a bountiful garden!

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Costco's gold bars earn company up to $200 million monthly, analysts say

Costco is making gold off its own gold.

The retail chain is making $100 million to $200 million a month by selling gold bars , according to a Wells Fargo equity research note. Last October, the company began selling 1-ounce bars made of nearly pure 24-karat gold priced at about $2,000.

"We view the addition of gold/silver as a smart move for Costco, as it only reinforces its value position," the report said. "That being said, pricing at that level and shipping costs suggests it's a very low-profit business at best."

Equity analysts said the wholesaler priced its gold appropriately by selling about 2% above spot prices to members before a 2% cash back reward for executive members and an extra 2% in cash back for those with a Citi card.

The metal was responsible for about $100 million in sales between its debut and the end of the fiscal quarter ending Nov. 26.

Costco food court: If you aren't a member it may mean no more $1.50 hot dogs for you

Costco also selling silver coins

The warehouse retailer has committed to the metal market by also selling silver coins recently. The coins are sold in tubes of 25 and are nonrefundable.

The 1-ounce Canada Maple Leaf Silver Coins were priced at about $680 before selling out online earlier this month.

Also for sale are coins with a maple leaf on the front and a silhouette of King Charles III on the back, which may be available for less at your local warehouse. Costco members can buy a total of five tubes of coins.

Also found on the site: a  2024 1-ounce Canada Maple Leaf 24-karat gold coin  priced at $2,219.99.

Price of gold is up 0.87% today

Costco's success with the metal comes as spot prices for gold rose more than 13.70% since the start of 2024.

The price of gold traded at $2,349.44 per troy ounce as of 9 a.m. ET Monday, a 0.87% increase since Sunday.

The lowest trading price between the 24-hour period was $2,318.90 per ounce while the highest was $2,365.35 per ounce.

Contributing: Mike Snider, USA TODAY , Tony Dong and Farran Powell, BLUEPRINT

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says

AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas appeals court has ruled that Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton can face discipline from the state bar association over his failed effort to overturn the 2020 presidential election.

A disciplinary committee of the State Bar of Texas accused Paxton in 2022 of making false claims of fraud in a lawsuit that questioned President Joe Biden’s victory. On Thursday, a three-judge panel of the 5th District Court of Appeals said Paxton can be sanctioned by the committee because the lawsuit seeks to punish him in his personal capacity as an attorney and not as a public official.

“The focus of the Commission’s allegations is squarely on Paxton’s alleged misconduct — not that of the State,” Judge Erin Nowell, an elected Democrat, wrote in the 2-1 opinion.

The lone Republican on the panel, Judge Emily Miskel, was in dissent.

A similar lawsuit was also brought against one of Paxton’s top deputies. Earlier this week, a coalition of state Republican attorneys general urged the Texas Supreme Court to reject efforts by the bar to impose discipline. All nine members of the state’s highest civil court are Republicans.

“As in that case, we will appeal this ruling and we have full confidence the Supreme Court of Texas will not allow false claims by the State Bar and partisan political revenge to affect professional licensure of the state’s lawyers,” Paxton spokeswoman Paige Willey said in a statement.

A spokeswoman for the State Bar of Texas and the committee accusing Paxton declined to comment on the ruling.

Paxton is among the highest-profile attorneys to face a threat of sanctions for aiding in efforts led by former President Donald Trump to throw into question Trump’s defeat.

The state bar’s disciplinary group’s punishments against an attorney can range from a written admonition to a suspension or disbarment. The disciplinary process resembles a trial and could include both sides eliciting testimony and obtaining records through discovery.

Paxton is not required to have bar membership in order to serve as attorney general.

State bar officials began investigating complaints over Paxton’s election lawsuit in 2021. A similar disciplinary proceeding was launched by the group against Paxton’s top deputy. That case awaits a ruling by the Texas Supreme Court.

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But for those of you who are anxiously awaiting results and trying not to spend much money these days, here are a few ideas about how to spend time post-bar exam.  Take a road trip. When was the last time you took a quality road trip? Sure, gas can be expensive, but road trips are fun and relaxing. To be even more budget conscious, you could take a camping road trip. Now that most little kids are back in school, places like the national parks are much less crowded (I just finished an amazing family trip to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons). I think getting outside is a great way to recover from the bar exam since being active can lower stress and just make you feel better generally. So even if a road trip isn’t in your future, make sure you get outside and soak up some fresh air (especially while the weather is nice).

Visit family and friends you neglected during bar prep. One way to travel and save a few bucks is to stay with family and friends, especially those you may have neglected while you were studying for the bar exam. Getting out of town can be a great form of therapy as is spending time with people who aren’t waiting for bar exam results. So call up good friends in a different city and see if they have an open guest room or couch you could crash on.

Try to learn a new sport or activity. A friend of mine recently just told me that she purchased low-cost kite boarding lessons by using an email promotion. What an interesting thing to do. Are there any sports or activities that you have always wanted to try? If so, this may be a great time to get out and do it! Or what about a yoga retreat? We all know once you start working, you won’t have time to do something like that very often!

Volunteer for a legal-related cause. Volunteering is a great way to meet people, network, and work on your skills. If you are hoping to work on legal skills, check out volunteer opportunities that are law-related. Although you can’t represent clients yet, you can still do plenty of work that would be valuable to legal nonprofits. Not sure where to start? Often your local bar association can help you connect with such volunteer opportunities.  

Volunteer for something not legal-related. And what if you are just feeling burned out on the law? Then volunteer for something that you are passionate about but has nothing to do with the law—that is how I currently spend my volunteer time, working with an organization that provides leadership programming to middle school and high school girls. I love working with folks with different backgrounds and expertise. I have learned a lot through my work at GirlVentures and have made quite a few business contacts as well. So get out there and work with an organization you are passionate about. You never know where it will lead and it will likely make you feel good—which, let’s be honest, is necessary while you’re waiting for bar results.

Learn to cook. I must admit that until recently I really didn’t know how to cook much of anything. But in the last few years, I have tried to learn more and more and have even taken some cooking lessons. Cooking can be a fun activity and can help you stay healthy, which typically also helps you stay mentally healthy which in turn is important when you are under stress—while waiting for those bar results. Cooking doesn’t cost all that much and, most of the time, I find it pretty fun. And you can have friends over for dinner, which helps being social without spending a bunch of money. It is a win-win!

These are just a few ideas to get you started. Wondering how to job hunt while waiting for bar exam results? You can check out this post for some tips.   

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Lee Burgess, Esq. is the co-founder of the Law School Toolbox , a resource for law students that demystifies the law school experience, and the Bar Exam Toolbox , a resource for students getting ready for the bar exam. Lee has been adjunct faculty at two Bay Area law schools, teaching classes on law school and bar exam preparation. You can find Lee on Twitter at @LeeFBurgess , @lawschooltools , or @barexamtools .

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