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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: 461-470Democracy needs civics education to rebuild community connection.
A teacher in Cuba, Illinois, describes students learning civic skills by interviewing local elders, and notes the Smithsonian's Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange connected nearly 4,000 students across 30 states.
Reds celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day
On Feb. 4 the Cincinnati Reds hosted 28 young women from their Nike RBI softball teams at Great American Ball Park for dinner, mentoring and workshops tied to the Reds Community Fund Scholars program, which is now in its fourth year.
Laila Edwards makes history in Milan with support from the Kelce brothers
Laila Edwards made her Olympic debut for the United States in Milan, helping the team to a 5-1 opening win over Czechia, and became the first Black player to suit up for the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team while receiving hometown support that included a donation from Travis Kelce.
Digital Equity: Philadelphia launches Power Up Tech Corps
Philadelphia's Office of Innovation and Technology launched a one-year Power Up Tech Corps pilot to place volunteers at community hubs teaching digital skills, and the program aims to place more than 30 volunteers across at least 10 partner sites.
Aviation in Central Oregon will be explored at a City Club forum.
City Club of Central Oregon is hosting a forum that brings aviation experts, community leaders and stakeholders together to discuss how aviation supports the local economy, emergency services and connectivity while also addressing land use, noise, safety and environmental concerns. The event will feature a moderated panel followed by audience questions.
Coweta breaks ground on new police station
Construction has begun on a new 12,800-square-foot Coweta Police Department building funded by the One for Coweta sales tax, with completion expected in spring 2027.
Tropicana Field site proposed for $8.1B transformation by St. Petersburg group
Blake Investment Partners unveiled an $8.1 billion plan to remake 86 acres around Tropicana Field, including a 13-acre park, Museum Row, more than 3,600 homes and a light rail station; the firm seeks to buy 58 acres for $275 million.
Puppy Bowl XXII teams with DC Studios to promote Supergirl
DC Studios is partnering with Puppy Bowl XXII to promote the Milly Alcock Supergirl film during the broadcast, and the three-hour Puppy Bowl will feature a record 150 dogs from 72 shelters and air Sunday at 2 p.m. ET.
Pet of the Week: Meet Maximillian, an 8-month-old chihuahua-terrier mix.
Maximillian is an 8-month-old chihuahua-terrier mix at Dakin Humane Society who is shy at first but warms up and is still working on house training.
Celebrating 100 Years of The ACHR NEWS marks a century of HVACR coverage.
The ACHR NEWS marks its 100th anniversary and reflects on the industry's shift from early electric refrigeration in 1926 to widespread use today.