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Love of Animals and Art Bring Crowd to Evanston Shelter
Evanston Animal Shelter hosted the Love of Animals Art Show and Sale on Saturday, pairing pet-themed artwork and kids' projects with food while keeping the adoption center open; organizers and staff said the event drew a considerable, family-friendly crowd.
Fashion, philanthropy and furry friends take over Mar-a-Lago for dog fundraiser
The Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser at The Mar-a-Lago Club drew about 800 guests a day to support Big Dog Ranch Rescue and featured a dog fashion show; organizers reported a $5 million fundraising goal.
SPCA Monterey County to host A Day of Giving fundraiser
SPCA Monterey County will broadcast its annual A Day of Giving fundraiser on March 19 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. to raise funds for animal services, and the organization reported educating 12,000 children and distributing 152,000 pounds of pet food last year.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 1141-1150Happy meals may include mood-boosting foods
An American Psychological Association poll reported 54% of Americans feel isolated and 50% feel left out or lacking companionship. The article reports that certain nutrients in foods — including omega-3s, lean proteins, folate, fiber, and specific foods like dark chocolate and berries — support brain chemicals tied to mood and bonding.
Aberdeen native Justin Crosby will fill a Mississippi House seat
Justin Crosby, an Aberdeen native, defeated Jon Lancaster in a November special election and will represent District 22 when the Mississippi Legislature convenes on January 6, 2026.
California Karen surprised when a shopper responds with kindness
A video shows a Barnes & Noble exchange in California where one shopper told another to 'go to the back of the line' and the other shopper paid for the woman's entire cart instead of arguing.
Donkey King series spotlights California donkey rescue and education
The Donkey King series is set at Oscar's Place, a 75-acre donkey rescue in Mendocino County, California, and Season 1 contains 17 episodes.
AI slop targets stars on Facebook over the holidays.
During the Christmas season, Facebook posts claimed multiple celebrities funded new churches; AFP analysis and AI-detection tools found the images and text were likely AI-generated and lacked independent evidence.
Bastrop County: 10 feature stories from 2025
A roundup of 10 feature articles from 2025 that profile Bastrop County businesses, community efforts and a historical recognition.
Case worker adopts former foster girl after six years of waiting.
Leah Paskalides, a caseworker, legally adopted her former foster client, 19-year-old Monyay, on April 27, 2021 after waiting because adopting while on the case would have been a conflict of interest.
Travel may sometimes increase prejudice rather than reduce it
The article reviews research and argues that travel does not reliably reduce prejudice and can sometimes reinforce or create new biases, especially when experiences are brief, curated, or based on travelers' own reports.
VegNews message: Publisher reflects on 25 years and requests reader support
Colleen Holland, publisher and co-founder of VegNews, marked the outlet's 25th anniversary and described its growth from a monthly newspaper into a global media brand; she said the independent, woman-owned company operates without outside funding and has asked readers to consider subscriptions, VIP upgrades, or donations to help sustain its journalism.
Moody Rooster in Westlake Village highlights farm-to-table New American fare
Moody Rooster in Westlake Village is a farm-to-table New American restaurant run by co-owners Vicki Crannell and Chef Colin since 2017, offering seasonal dishes and a nearby gourmet deli. The restaurant also features a "farm-to-bar" wine and cocktail program with sommelier Francesco sourcing primarily old-world vines.