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QRCS completes rehabilitation of Jabalab Health Center in River Nile State.
The Qatar Red Crescent Society's representation office in Sudan finished maintenance and MEP rehabilitation at Jabalab Health Center, and supplied new medical equipment and furnishings. QRCS officials met with the Sudanese Red Crescent to discuss coordination, and QRCS plans additional health projects during 2026.
Local United Way exceeds campaign goal and honors award winners
United Way of Amarillo & Canyon said it raised $3.5 million and exceeded its annual goal within nine months, and held a Feb. 26 luncheon to present awards and share its 2025 Community Status Report.
Brown Bag Auction to Benefit Leonardtown Rescue Squad Planned for March 21.
A Brown Bag Auction to benefit the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is scheduled for March 21, 2026, at the squad building; doors open at 9 a.m. and the auction runs from 9–11 a.m.
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A U.S. soldier and an Army spouse were praised by Sagamihara police after they stopped traffic and moved a pajama-clad preschooler to safety; the child was returned to his family the same day.
Shane is a joyful teenager who loves life.
Shane is a friendly, active teenager who enjoys outdoor activities like horseback riding, running and swimming, and the article notes he also likes community events and indoor pastimes such as using an iPad and listening to music.
Main Street Market marks grand reopening week in Baton Rouge
BREADA is holding a weeklong grand reopening of Main Street Market in Baton Rouge through Feb. 7, featuring a revitalized space and five new vendors.
Bakersfield SPCA to host annual Furry Paws & Foggy Nights fundraiser on Feb. 27
The Bakersfield SPCA will hold its annual Furry Paws & Foggy Nights fundraiser on Friday, Feb. 27 from 6–10 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel to raise funds for shelter animals; tickets are listed at $185 per person with table options and organizers say tickets are sold by phone, with RSVPs requested by Feb. 6.
Purrfecto Cat Lounge to open cat cafe in San Antonio this May
Austin-based Purrfecto Cat Lounge plans a Southtown location in San Antonio with a tentative May opening; the lounge will offer appointment-based visits, refreshments, and partners with local rescues to help rehome cats.
Local shelter dog Norris leads national pet competition
Norris, a long-term resident of Euclid Pet Pals, is leading America's Favorite Pet Competition, which awards $10,000 to the winning dog's shelter and a cover spot on Modern Dog magazine.
Pacific Beach Elementary opens new state-of-the-art TK and kindergarten building
After two and a half years of construction, Pacific Beach Elementary held a ribbon-cutting for a new transitional kindergarten and kindergarten building with modern classrooms and a shaded play structure; the project is part of a districtwide expansion that has completed 50 TK/K buildings with 15 more in construction.
Spanberger proclaims Walk for Peace Day as monks reach 100th day
Gov. Abigail Spanberger proclaimed Feb. 2 as Walk for Peace Day as about two dozen Buddhist monks and their rescue dog arrived in Richmond on the 100th day of their pilgrimage; the walk is scheduled to finish in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 11.
Capital Area United Way reaches 2025-26 campaign goal
Capital Area United Way reports raising $596,238.55 for its 2025-26 capital campaign, surpassing the $590,000 goal; the organization says some donations are still coming in.
Republic library opens its new branch to the public
The new Republic Branch Library in Republic, Missouri, opened to the public after about a year of construction and is twice the size of the former branch. The $11.1 million project includes dedicated children and teen areas, a Business Connect Center and a 150-seat community room.