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Africana Studies marks centennial of Black History and its responsibilities
Cerritos College’s Africana Studies Department marked the 100th anniversary of Black History Month on Feb. 25 with a faculty panel that reflected on Carter G. Woodson’s legacy and the discipline’s role in preserving history and building community.
Iowa student entrepreneurs shine at NIACC business competition.
The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the Everyday Entrepreneur Pitch Competition on February 24; David Roman won first place with Onepack Systems and a $1,250 prize.
College Station approves Bee Creek and W.A. Tarrow park projects
College Station City Council unanimously approved Feb. 26 contracts to replace playgrounds at Bee Creek Park and W.A. Tarrow Park and to fund related improvements at the Lincoln Recreation Center area.
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Showing: 581-590Corvallis students raise $630 for Bitter Root Humane Association
Fourth-grade gifted students in Patti Healey's Corvallis class donated $630 to the Bitter Root Humane Association after selling 3-D printed ornaments and keychains; they also spent time reading to shelter animals and planted catnip during their visit.
Arizona nonprofit receives refrigerated van from Whole Foods
Waste Not received an E-transit refrigerated van and charging station from Whole Foods Market’s Nourishing Our Neighborhoods program, and staff and Whole Foods team members filled the van with donated products on Dec. 11, 2025.
City of Jackson says it is about halfway to its '100 Homes' goal.
The City of Jackson reports 30 of the planned 100 homes are complete with 23 more underway, and ARPA-funded down payment assistance must be spent by the end of 2026.
Acadian Ambulance's Mary Pham named 20 Under 40 honoree
Mary Pham of Acadian Ambulance was named a 20 Under 40 Acadiana Leadership Award honoree and was selected for a sixth year as a One Acadiana Ambassador.
Jackson's 2026 housing plans include new apartments and land acquisitions
City officials presented plans for income-based apartment projects, land acquisitions and continued infill work, and updated the status of the 100 Homes program and related ARPA funding.
Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District Welcomes Dan Stefano as Fire Chief
Dan Stefano will begin as Fire Chief of the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District on February 2, 2026; he brings more than 30 years of fire service experience and most recently served as Fire Chief for the City of Costa Mesa.
Chewy Vet Care opens Meyerland clinic
Chewy Vet Care opened a Meyerland clinic on Jan. 30 as its second Houston-area location, featuring a viewing window into treatment areas and a digital pet portal for records and prescriptions.
Most 'Fruitful' US Dioceses Stand Out for Their People.
A Catholic World Report analysis cited by the Register found Nashville and Tulsa tied for first in 'fruitfulness'—measured by seminarians, infant baptisms, weddings and adult converts per capita—and both dioceses serve small Catholic minorities where active parish life and invitation are credited for growth.
Sprouts Farmers Market opens first New York store in Centereach, Long Island.
Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first New York State location on January 30 at 1934 Middle Country Rd. in Centereach, Long Island, with a ribbon-cutting planned for 6:45 a.m. and doors opening at 7 a.m.
Gujarat government approves Rs 663 crore for Gram Panchayat buildings in 2,666 villages
The Gujarat government announced construction of Gram Panchayat buildings‑cum‑talati residences in 2,666 villages at a cost of Rs 663 crore, and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched the Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana which will first cover 114 taluka‑headquarter villages without municipalities.