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Lakota East and St. Rita's students unite for Olympic-inspired ASL games
Students from Lakota East High School and St. Rita's School for the Deaf met for Olympic-inspired team games to practice American Sign Language and build connections; the schools' partnership began in 2023 and includes Lakota East and West.
What's next for Stanford's artist incubator as it marks 25 years
Stanford's Institute for Diversity in the Arts is celebrating its 25th year, and directors A-lan Holt and Adam Banks say they will emphasize sustaining programs, expanding student support, and deepening ties with Bay Area communities.
East Lansing's Haven House named March Three Degree Guarantee recipient
Haven House, a shelter serving families experiencing homelessness in East Lansing, is Fox 47's Three Degree Guarantee recipient for March; Fox 47 will present a donation and the shelter provides meals, hygiene items, case management and moving-cost support to help families secure and maintain housing.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 671-680Projects receive funding for safety, preservation and youth support
The Coshocton Foundation awarded $114,094 in unrestricted grants to 13 local projects after reviewing 23 requests, with the largest grant of $25,000 going to Friends of the Park to restore Lake Park Pavilion flooring.
Einstein Foundation Award 2026 offers €350,000 prize for research quality
The Einstein Foundation Award 2026 will award €350,000 across three categories and is accepting submissions and nominations through April 30, 2026.
Robert Kraft's marriage to Dana Blumberg and her Pawtriots work with Mike Vrabel
Dana Blumberg married Robert Kraft in 2022 and has largely kept a private profile; she launched a dog-rescue group called Pawtriots in July 2025 and credits Patriots coach Mike Vrabel for helping early adoption efforts.
Growing Up in America contest 2026 is hosted by AACI and NBC Bay Area.
AACI and NBC Bay Area are hosting the 2026 Growing Up in America contest, and this year’s theme is “Growing Healthy Connections.”
Statesboro organizations launch monthly soup kitchen
Two Statesboro nonprofits — Restoring the Breach and the Youth Career Commission — have begun hosting a monthly soup kitchen; a pilot was held on Sunday because of cold weather, and future meals are scheduled for the fourth Sunday of each month from 3–5 p.m.
Young 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.