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It’s okay to indulge in tasty treats during the holidays, but remember to also make smart food choices and get plenty of physical activity each day. Photo by Shutterstock

PVIS December students of the month are (front row, l-r) Isaac Tumax, Emily Murray, Lyxzander Vargas, Hadley Rose, (back row, l-r) Yareli (Bella) Colmenarez and Jett Ashley. Courtesy photo

Elmore City-Pernell Elementary Badgers of the Week for Dec. 4-8 are Katie Simons (left) and McKenna Dellin. Both young ladies are in Mrs. Foster’s class. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Earp

This face painting design got a touch of “Grinch” during the Pauls Valley Art Council’s Christmas in the Valley event Saturday. Photo Courtesy of Rita Hines