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NYC dance studio creates space for women to reclaim confidence through movement
The Femmily is a women-only dance studio at 435 5th Ave. that offers beginner-friendly in-person and online classes; the studio grew from about 1,000 to over 5,000 clients and plans additional locations.
Dejana Foundation increases grants to $26 million and gives $1M to Port Washington Fire Department
The Peter and Jeri Dejana Foundation said it will raise annual grant making to $26 million in 2026 after significant asset growth and awarded $1 million to the Port Washington Fire Department for a local training facility.
Vernon Township reflects on 2025 projects and plans a second ambulance
Vernon Township reports a renovated Fortville training center and expanded fire services in 2025, and officials say they plan to add a second ambulance and open an in-person township assistance site in McCordsville in March 2026.
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Showing: 641-650Warming centers open in St. Mary's County as cold advisory continues
St. Mary's County is under a Cold Weather Advisory through Jan. 28, 2026, and public warming centers are available Jan. 27–30 at county libraries, senior centers and other public facilities.
Church to Honor Six at 'Neighbors Helping Neighbors' Dinner.
Christus Victor Lutheran Church will honor six community leaders at its 'Neighbors Helping Neighbors' fundraiser and awards dinner on Feb. 27 at Belvedere Banquets.
JoAnn Thomas Dunn is remembered after her passing.
JoAnn Thomas Dunn, born April 29, 1933, in Goshen, Utah, died peacefully Jan. 21, 2026, in Murray, Utah; a viewing will be held Jan. 30 and a funeral service is scheduled Jan. 31 in Tooele, with burial to follow.
Bear to receive sorority's first 'Legacy Library'.
Sigma Zeta Omega will open its first Legacy Library at Innovative Kids Early Learning Academy in Bear with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Feb. 2, and the Delaware Community Foundation is preparing to mark its 40th year in 2026.
Save the Redwoods League secures agreement to expand Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve in Sonoma County.
Save the Redwoods League has an agreement to acquire 200 acres adjoining the Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve, including nearly 35 acres of old-growth coast redwood, and is raising $4 million to complete the purchase and protect the land.
Alpine Club's future is brighter with passes and partnerships.
The University of Denver Alpine Club expanded access this year by giving away more than 45 Ikon passes and using an Alterra grant to offer heavily discounted winter trips, while also opening a student-run gear space called Base Camp.
MEP Meals expands free Sunday pickup service to Emmett
Meridian-based MEP Meals now offers free Sunday pickup in Emmett at La Costa Mexican Restaurant after owner RJ Valadez received repeated requests; the company serves about 270–330 customers weekly and prepares roughly 1,800–2,200 meals each week.
Flatbush Cats hosts low-cost community pet clinic
Flatbush Cats and Flatbush Vet ran a low-cost clinic that saw 109 animals and provided 162 vaccines and 23 microchips; the next clinic is on Feb. 28.
City of Palm Bay to Celebrate Firefighters' Awards and Life-Saving Actions on February 5
The City of Palm Bay will honor several Palm Bay Fire Rescue members at a Feb. 5 ceremony; two lieutenants will also be recognized for assisting in the resuscitation of a runner at a December race.
Manatee County launches interactive pet database to find lost animals
Manatee County launched an interactive, map-based database that lets residents report and view exact locations of lost or found pets, and officials say microchipping remains a reliable form of identification.