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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: 831-8406 adoptable dogs and cats are seeking forever families.
Six animals are featured as available for adoption, with brief profiles noting their ages, temperaments, and any medical or shelter histories.
Indiana Black Expo hosts MLK Day event to promote unity and community involvement
Indiana Black Expo will hold a family-friendly MLK Day event on Jan. 19, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. at its Indianapolis headquarters, featuring youth activities, an art gallery and a Dream Justice Knowledge Bowl.
12 things to do on campus and in the city this week.
A roundup of campus and Chicago events from Jan. 18–25, including student gatherings, cultural celebrations, volunteer activities, and city food festivals.
Mona Miyasato to Retire as Santa Barbara County Executive Officer in July 2026
Santa Barbara County Executive Officer Mona Miyasato announced she will retire in July 2026 and will remain engaged over the next six months to support leadership transition and lead adoption of the FY 2026-27 budget.
Grand Wagoneer Barn Find Rescue Becomes Heartwarming Reunion
YouTuber Detail Dane found a one-owner 1989 Grand Wagoneer that had been parked for about ten years, cleaned and revived it on camera, and after the reveal the owner accepted Dane's offer to sell the truck.
Letters to My Son: Your Road Is Yours Alone.
A father uses the metaphor of roads to urge his son to own his choices and recounts leaving an inauthentic job as an act of honesty.
New program builds community for first-year PhD students
A First-Year PhD Community Program at the Doerr School of Sustainability connected 73 of 95 incoming doctoral students across seven departments through 12 events in 2024–25, and participants reported feeling welcome.
New Directions Adoptable Furry Friend of the Day: Jude is looking for a home
Jude, an adult male Domestic Short Hair mix at Precious Paws Rescue Center, is described as a playful "trickster" who is neutered, house-trained, and up-to-date on vaccinations; the feature is sponsored by New Directions Community Credit Union.
Calvert County's Safe Harbor Program moves under nonprofit umbrella
Calvert County will transfer management of the Safe Harbor shelter to the Calvert Safe Housing Network in fiscal year 2027 with county support. The nonprofit, founded in early 2025, has provided short-term housing and other services to survivors and has helped 31 adults and 21 children, with 13 survivors placed in independent housing.
Baton Rouge Chapter of The Links honors seven role models at 18th annual jazz brunch
The Baton Rouge Chapter of The Links held its 18th annual New Orleans-style jazz brunch in December at the Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel, honoring seven Louisiana Role Models and drawing close to 500 attendees.