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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: 681-690Liberty 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.
Frigid weather won't stop Erie ambassadors from clearing sidewalks.
Two Erie Downtown Partnership ambassadors clear sidewalks before daylight and assist vulnerable people during cold weather, including distributing 400 donated hand warmers.
Indie and Sizzle are a bonded pair with adorable kitten energy
Indie and Sizzle are a bonded pair rescued in early July who enjoy play and have distinct personalities.
Let nature be an inspiration to heal and protect the planet
Rev. Candace McKibben describes a Wakulla River paddle where she and her husband watched manatees and reflected on the winter shoreline, and she also reports recent road deaths of black bears that were called in to wildlife authorities.
New program makes volunteering easier for people who need service hours.
United Way of Lancaster County launched Community Connect 2026 to list volunteer-ready organizations that offer low-barrier opportunities, and it is also recruiting VITA scheduler volunteers to support tax-season appointments through April 15.
Local sheriff's office to host first 'Hop with a Cop' event
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will hold its first 'Hop with a Cop' at Sky Zone on Jan. 28 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., where children can jump alongside deputies. The first 50 children receive free jump time and discounted rates are available for others.