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Rotary Club of Milwaukee appoints Melissa Marschka as Executive Director
The Rotary Club of Milwaukee announced Melissa Marschka will become Executive Director on June 15, 2026, succeeding Mary McCormick, who is retiring after 24 years of service.
Grand marshal named for Wilkes-Barre St. Patrick's Day Parade
William Murtha, a retired assistant city fire chief with Irish roots, was named grand marshal for the 46th Wilkes-Barre St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 15; Mayor George C. Brown read a proclamation at City Hall.
Young Sikh American women say balancing family and careers is their own choice
In a study of 30 Sikh American women ages 18–24, most participants said they wanted children and described family planning as a personal choice connected to preserving faith and culture.
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Showing: 1011-1020Kiwanis Club and Youth Villages collect luggage for foster children
The Northeast Shelby County Kiwanis Club and Youth Villages are collecting gently used suitcases, backpacks and duffel bags for children in foster care through Monday, Jan. 19; the drive expanded to more drop-off locations after receiving more than 200 donations in 2025.
Warming centers open as cold temperatures move in
Nighttime warming centers in Augusta are open as temperatures are expected to fall, and Augusta Transit is providing complimentary transport to shelters between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
XRP Ledger may add tokenized gold, Web3 founder reveals
XRPL developers and industry figures say the ledger can support tokenized gold with 24/7 access and DeFi integration, and reports note Meld partnered with Ripple in June 2024 and launched gold and silver tokens in Q3 2024 backed by one gram of metal each.
San Marcos rescues nine newborn puppies left in 'Free Puppies' bin
Nine newborn puppies left in a bin labeled "Free Puppies" were brought to the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter on Jan. 4 and are receiving care; the shelter said the mother’s whereabouts are unknown.
Oyo police rescue two abducted minors and arrest four suspects in Iwéré-Ìlè
Oyo State Police say they rescued two abducted minors in Iwéré-Ìlè and arrested four suspects; the children were reunited with their family and the suspects will be transferred for further investigation.
Community and Care Are Equally Important in Supportive Living, Melissa Fields Says
Melissa Fields of Columbia County Independent Living told HelloNation that social connection and belonging in supportive living communities can be as important as medical care; the article highlights group meals, walking clubs and shared activities as ways to reduce isolation and support mental and physical health.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in drain pipe in Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews lifted a dog named Stormy from a drain pipe Saturday; HCFR said the dog was not injured and has been reunited with its owners.
Idahoans invited to complete 250,000 acts of service for America's 250th anniversary
Idahoans are invited to complete 250,000 acts of service through July 4 as part of the America250 in Idaho initiative, and Rep. Brandon Mitchell will introduce a supporting resolution on Jan. 22; participants are asked to log activities via JustServe.
Obituary: Marvin Stephen Cavanaugh, Surveyor and Community Volunteer
Marvin Stephen Cavanaugh died January 7, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice in Winston-Salem; a memorial service is scheduled for January 17, 2026, at Danbury Community Church.
Hawai'i Cannabis Expo 2026 returns to Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall
The Hawai'i Cannabis Expo 2026 will run Jan. 30–Feb. 1 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and focuses on education, wellness, entertainment, and community programming.