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Carnival brings cohesion to D65 families
Families from School District 65 gathered at Evanston Township High School for a two-hour carnival celebrating Hispanic culture and community ties, organized by local parents active in bilingual and two-way immersion groups.
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries will join Raise the Region online giving event
Second Chance Animal Sanctuaries will participate in the 30-hour Raise the Region online giving event from March 11 at 6 p.m. to March 12 at 11:59 p.m., aiming to raise funds to address increased veterinary expenses reported between 2024 and 2025.
Walk for Warmth participants raise funds in Mount Clemens
Dozens walked downtown Mount Clemens at the 36th annual Walk for Warmth to raise money for Macomb Community Action; organizers said proceeds will assist low-income residents with heat-related emergencies.
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Showing: 441-450Hendersonville Fire Department honors Chief Miller and promotes Deputy Chief Ward
The City Council recognized Chief D. James Miller's retirement after 35 years in the fire service and swore in Deputy Chief Justin Ward as Hendersonville's new fire chief.
Wisconsin Humane Society shares Valentine's Day love with four-legged friends
The Wisconsin Humane Society launched a Valentine's Day fundraiser called Double the Love to help cover food, medical care and daily needs for animals, and staff said winter is a slower season while housing restrictions are driving some surrenders.
Cantwell announces $75 million for Washington community projects including a Klickitat Valley Health grant
Sen. Maria Cantwell said $75,178,000 in grants for 50 community projects across 18 Washington counties were included in the Senate-passed third FY2026 minibus appropriations bill. The announcement notes Klickitat Valley Health will receive $500,000 to establish a permanent MRI center.
Casey: An erasable coloring storybook about friendship and teamwork
Janis and Marshall Rice have published Casey, an erasable coloring storybook that follows a friendly front loader and a bulldozer as they help their snowy village. The book features wipe-clean reusable pages and emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and imaginative play.
Fishy Friends Rescue to host Puppy Bowl and microchipping event.
Fishy Friends Rescue will hold a pet microchipping event on Feb. 7 at Case Chiropractic and is planning a 2026 Puppy Bowl that will feature 11 puppies for community voting.
Adventist Health outlines future of local health care at EDC meeting
Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley presented plans at the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council meeting and is fundraising for a $20 million residency program; leaders also highlighted recent equipment upgrades such as CT perfusion scanning.
Pope Leo XIV meets founder of Sant'Egidio Community
Pope Leo XIV met Andrea Riccardi, founder of the Sant'Egidio Community, at the Vatican on Feb. 5 to discuss the Church's role in promoting peace; the meeting took place on the eve of the community's 58th anniversary.
UN iCOAST tourism program aims to help Mexico's coastal communities
Mexico is joining the U.N.-sponsored iCOAST program to promote low-carbon, circular-economy tourism in several coastal states, and the project is currently under review by the Global Environment Facility Secretariat.
Fountain Hills Volunteer EXPO spotlights local clubs and organizations.
The annual Fountain Hills Activities & Volunteer EXPO returned in early February and gave local clubs and organizations a chance to showcase their missions and recruit volunteers.
Kitten nursery at Haven Humane records 358 kittens in 2025
Haven Humane said its kitten nursery cared for 358 kittens in 2025, a new record since the facility opened in 2018. The organization thanked staff, volunteers, foster families and the broader community in a social media post.