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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.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 661-670Young dog shelter volunteer's bond with shy dog leads to surprise adoption
A young shelter volunteer formed a close bond with a shy dog, and after his mother asked their landlord to allow pets the family adopted the dog.
Community decorates new women's shelter in downtown Portland
Blanchet House invited volunteers to help paint a mural by artist Sarah McCracken at Bethanie's Room, a new women's overnight shelter in downtown Portland that is set to open on Jan. 28.
Rotary Rocks Rolls Up Its Sleeves in Two Months of Service
Rotary Rocks Chattanooga spent December and January partnering with Welcome Home and the Family Justice Center to collect donations and support local services, while members completed leadership training and 23 were recognized as Paul Harris Fellows.
Letter writing enjoys revival as people seek connection and a break from screen time
Tactile pursuits such as letter writing, typewriter clubs and calligraphy communities are seeing renewed interest as people look for ways to reduce screen time and form more intentional connections, participants and organizers say.
Idaho foster families celebrate winter gathering at Eagle Island State Park
Foster, kinship and adoptive families gathered at Eagle Island State Park for a Fostering Family Adventures event that drew about 250 families and featured tubing, hot cocoa and s'mores.
Liberty does belong to all Americans as University of Kentucky launches Celebrating 1776 series.
The University of Kentucky Department of History is presenting a Celebrating 1776 series to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, beginning with a free virtual conversation on Jan. 28 between historian Joseph Ellis and Dr. Amy Murrell Taylor about the founding and its contradictions over liberty.
Pacific Whale Foundation celebrates 45 years with World Whale Day week, Feb. 9–15
Pacific Whale Foundation will mark its 45th anniversary with a full week of community, cultural and conservation events on Maui from Feb. 9–15, 2026, including film screenings, volunteer stewardship days and a World Whale Day parade.
Oneida celebrates Catholic Schools Week at Common Council meeting
Oneida Deputy Mayor Thomas Simchik and the Common Council marked Catholic Schools Week during the Jan. 20 meeting, and Mayor Rick Rossi issued a city proclamation naming Jan. 25–30 for the observance.
Tucson rapper Cash Lansky releases his major indie label debut.
Tucson rapper Cash Lansky signed with Mello Music Group last fall and released his label debut, "Man of the House," on April 26.
Chamber welcomes new executive director of Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter
Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors congratulated Tabitha Vickaryous on her appointment as executive director of the Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter, and toured the shelter's new facility that offers 24/7 crisis sheltering and advocacy services.