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Interfaith Sanctuary begins moving residents after occupancy approval
Interfaith Sanctuary received a Certificate of Occupancy from the City of Boise for its new 42,500-square-foot shelter on State Street, and staff will begin transitioning guests into the space while minor finishing work continues.
Kennel sponsorship helps West Point animal shelter cover costs
The West Point Clay County Animal Shelter is running a sponsor-a-kennel fundraiser to help pay for daily care and supplies; the campaign has raised more than $5,000 so far.
Muralist Robert Vargas to paint Dodgers' Japanese stars in Torrance
Robert Vargas will paint a 130-foot by 50-foot mural titled "Samurai of the Diamond" on the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance, beginning March 1 with an unveiling planned for March 24.
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Showing: 171-180Henderson County Public Schools to host Leadership Summit March 2–4, 2026
Henderson County Public Schools and the Henderson County Education Foundation will hold a Leadership Summit March 2–4, 2026, with an optional pre-conference on March 2 and the main event March 3–4 at Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock.
Nonprofit leader Jennifer Goodrich on Pivot’s support for vulnerable youth.
Jennifer Goodrich has led Pivot since May 2019 and has worked at the organization since 1999; under her leadership Pivot expanded emergency shelter, prevention services, counseling, workforce development through Pivot Preserves, and housing initiatives such as a Tiny Home Community for youth experiencing homelessness and instability.
High-flying lions bring personality to Lunar New Year celebrations
The JL Sports Association’s Jui Long Lion Dance Troupe in Garland practices acrobatic, two-person lion dances and says the colorful costumes carry different meanings during Lunar New Year.
Verland highlights compassionate caregiving and community support
Verland provides residential housing and vocational services for people with complex physical and intellectual challenges, and caregivers there describe close, reciprocal relationships with residents.
Local firefighters ask residents to install lockboxes for quicker access
Ohio Township Fire Department is encouraging residents to install tamper-resistant Knox Boxes that store a house key so emergency responders can enter without forced entry; officials say the boxes can speed access during fires and medical emergencies and are managed through a cloud-based system.
AANHPI Night Market returns to Culver City with local food and vendors
The third annual AANHPI Night Market will be held Feb. 20 from 5–8 p.m. at Culver City High School and will bring together dozens of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander–owned food and goods vendors.
Blueberry the cat is a gentle and patient companion.
Blueberry is a quiet, affectionate cat who warms up with patience and treats and has prior experience living in a home; he is reported to be comfortable sharing space with other cats.
Goleta Protects University Mobile Home Park's Senior-Only Status with Urgency Ordinance
Goleta's City Council voted 4-1 to adopt an urgency ordinance that immediately prevents University Mobile Home Park from converting to all-ages and adds a citywide senior mobile home park overlay; the ordinance will expire in 45 days unless extended.
The Princess Bride wins Viewer's Choice movie contest
The Princess Bride was voted first in the Center for the Arts of Greater Lapeer's Viewer's Choice Movie Contest; a community screening is scheduled for Feb. 28 at the PIX Theatre.
FFA news roundup for the week of Feb. 19, 2026.
Ohio FFA chapters reported leadership training, public speaking and diagnostics events, plus a 3,000‑pound sausage fundraiser; several members advanced from district contests to scheduled state competitions in March.