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Philadelphia appoints Tito Valdes as director of LGBTQ+ affairs
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has named former prosecutor Tito Valdes as Philadelphia's director of LGBTQ+ affairs, and Valdes said he will prioritize work with the Department of Human Services to improve care for LGBTQ youth in the city's foster system.
Connecticut rabbit rescue plans to double its facility
Everybunny Counts Rabbit Rescue in Ellington plans to expand its facility to about 5,000 square feet, roughly doubling current space, and is fundraising on Zeffy with over $11,000 raised of a $20,000 goal as of March 4.
Blind Fitness and Santa Barbara Improv host inclusive Intro to Improv workshop
Blind Fitness and Santa Barbara Improv will present an accessible Intro to Improv workshop on March 27 in Santa Barbara that invites blind and low-vision participants, sighted guides, and community members; organizers said advance registration is required and space is limited.
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Showing: 821-830Leo at Dogs Trust Evesham needs a home
Dogs Trust Evesham has named Leo, a seven-year-old French Bulldog, as its January Dog of the Month; staff say he needs an adult-only home and has ongoing medical needs.
St. Pete social workers prepare for cold weekend and distribute CALL program supplies
St. Petersburg's CALL program is packing and handing out 'Totes of Hope' and other cold-weather supplies to residents during the cold weekend, and Gulf Coast JFCS reports the program had helped about 19,000 people through Dec. 15, 2025.
Montgomery Salvation Army opens new Carter Hill Road facility.
The Salvation Army of Montgomery held a ribbon cutting for a new facility off Carter Hill Road that will include a food pantry, clothing closet, worship space and areas for seniors and after-school programs.
City of Williston retires $2.9 million in debt
The City of Williston has paid off a $2.9 million Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting facility bond using funds from North Dakota's SB2323 oil impact relief program. SB2323 provides $10.5 million annually to oil hub cities, and Williston receives about 70% (approximately $7.3 million).
Park district receives $600K state grant to help fund Naperville's Nike complex upgrades
The Naperville Park District was awarded a $600,000 OSLAD grant to help fund $4.25 million in improvements at the Nike Sports Complex, including synthetic turf, playground renovations, a challenge course, a loop trail and a shelter. Construction is expected to begin late this year and continue into 2028.
Eastern Iowa funding: Miller-Meeks and Hinson announce over $12 million
Republican U.S. Reps. Mariannette Miller‑Meeks and Ashley Hinson announced more than $12 million in federal funding for public safety, housing and infrastructure in Eastern Iowa, including roughly $3 million in Community Project Funding for Muscatine, Knoxville and Oskaloosa.
Thunderbirds donate winter gear to Mary Walsh Elementary
The Springfield Thunderbirds, through the Thunderbirds Foundation, donated winter hats and gloves to about 250 students at Mary Walsh Elementary during the school's first basketball pep rally, and the team plans a similar visit to South End Middle School next Friday.
Prince Harry visited a Santa Barbara fire station to highlight Watch Duty
Prince Harry visited Santa Barbara-area fire stations in January to learn about wildfire response and to support Watch Duty, a nonprofit that provides verified, real-time wildfire mapping and alerts. The outing, shared by Watch Duty, follows earlier local engagements by the Duke and Duchess and came after Archewell donated to the organization during the 2025 California fires.
Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit at SIU's Touch of Nature returns March 27
The Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit at SIU's Touch of Nature is scheduled for March 27, 2026, returning after a popular inaugural event; it will feature keynote speakers, workshops and outdoor demonstrations focused on growing the region's outdoor industry and economy.
Fridge network in Baltimore delivers food and care across the city
The Baltimore Community Fridge Network grew from four refrigerators in 2025 to about 22 volunteer-run fridges and pet pantries, stocked by local cooks and donors with prepared meals and donated groceries.