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HPD welcomes new police K9 Trina to track missing persons
The Hawaii Police Department introduced K9 Trina, a 3-year-old Labrador paired with Officer Christopher Ross to assist in tracking missing children and endangered adults; the Hawaii Island K9 Association donated $25,000 and funded kennel upgrades in Kona.
Looking for spring plants: find expert advice at local nurseries
A Tallahassee gardener recommends buying from local nurseries for personalized advice, plants adapted to the local climate, and classes, while noting online and big-box purchases can bring unsuitable species, pests, or misleading hardiness information.
Knights of Columbus honors Dorchester County first responders at annual awards dinner
The Knights of Columbus held the 35th First Responders Social on Feb. 7 to honor police, firefighters, EMTs, telecommunicators and detention deputies across Dorchester County, and awards included Telecommunicator of the Year Hannah Moffitt and EMT of the Year Allison Brooks.
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Showing: 81-90Dominican Independence Day celebrated at the American Civic Association.
Binghamton residents gathered at the American Civic Association on Saturday to mark Dominican Independence Day with food, music and traditional dance, organized by Edward Marte with help from Binghamton University's Dominican Student Association and local volunteers.
Salvage Secondhand Shoppe marks five-year anniversary
Salvage Secondhand Shoppe in Denton marked five years as a standalone business on Feb. 12, growing from a Mini Mall booth to a curated vintage shop that hosts community events.
Local brewery hosts annual Pawz and Pours fundraiser for dog rescue
Birdfish Brewing Co. in Columbiana is holding its third annual Pawz & Pours to benefit All About The Pawz Dog Rescue, featuring live music, food trucks and adoptable pets; last year the event raised $16,000.
Every Cat's Dream to host Fundraising Bingo on March 8
Every Cat's Dream will hold a fundraising bingo on March 8 at Kelly's Sports Bar in Endicott, with proceeds supporting the nonprofit cat rescue. The event runs from 1–4 PM and will include raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, and ten bingo games.
Donation of just over $48,000 supports local animal shelter
The Garfield Heights Eagles Club presented a check for just over $48,000 to the Friends of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter to support animal care, community programs and operating costs.
Clayton High breaks ground on new school building
A groundbreaking on Feb. 19 marked the start of construction for a 278,000-square-foot Clayton High School, with foundations poured and community members in attendance; the main building is expected to be finished by December 2027 and the full campus by Fall 2028.
Selma River Pitch aims to prepare local entrepreneurs for future storefronts.
The Selma River Pitch, part of the University of Alabama’s Selma Resilience Initiative, returns March 12 as a business pitch competition for entrepreneurs in Selma and Dallas County, offering a $1,000 seed prize and networking opportunities.
Pope Leo XIV says freedom is fulfilled by saying yes to God
Pope Leo XIV visited the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish near Rome's Termini station and told parishioners that true freedom is fulfilled by saying yes to God; he encouraged the community to be a visible sign of charity amid local social contrasts.
Ocean County Commissioners approve grants, shared services, and policy changes for 2026.
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners approved multiple grants and shared-service agreements for 2026, including funding for public safety, 9-1-1 upgrades, and local road work.
Retirees Are Choosing Dutch-Inspired Pella, Iowa, as a Peaceful Escape
Pella, Iowa, known for its Dutch heritage and walkable downtown, is listed by Investopedia among the top 100 U.S. places to retire and offers a lower-than-state median property tax rate plus rents below the national average.