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Lorain County Sheriff's Office debuts a new rookie horse
The Lorain County Sheriff's Office has purchased a 10-year-old mare for a new mounted unit, supported by private donations that have raised more than $50,000; a second horse is expected soon.
Brown Ranch renamed Slate Creek Neighborhood as governance group moves forward
The Brown Ranch Governance Group agreed March 26 to refer to the long‑proposed project as the Slate Creek Neighborhood, and the group is working to define a governance structure and membership as Phase 2 planning remains pending; the group will meet April 30–May 1 to discuss its title, end state and timeline.
Women's Fair returns to Kalispell Saturday to support local nonprofits
The Women's Fair returns to Kalispell for a second year Saturday at the Hilton Garden Inn and will support local nonprofits including the Abbie Shelter and the Sparrows Nest of Northwest Montana.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 121-130Baha'i Faith donates 40 care bags to Caring Kitchen
Members of the Baha'i Faith from Champaign and Clark Counties delivered 40 tailored personal-care bags to The Caring Kitchen and also made a donation to the Backpack Program partnered with Urbana Schools.
Siloam Mission serves 500 Easter lunches and faces questions about media access
About 500 turkey dinners were served at Siloam Mission's annual Easter lunch, and a reported email from the CEO initially restricted media presence; the board chair later allowed reporters to attend.
Historical marker at Forest Home Cemetery honors Wisconsin's early Chinese immigrants
A new historical marker at Milwaukee's Forest Home Cemetery was dedicated April 2 to recognize the city's 19th- and early 20th-century Chinese immigrant community; the marker was granted to the Wisconsin chapter of the Organization of Chinese Americans by the Wisconsin Historical Society.
BLOOM returns to The Avenue Peachtree City for a second year of community events.
The Avenue Peachtree City is hosting its second annual BLOOM from April 1 through May 17, featuring live music, charitable drives, family activities and seasonal events.
Cherokee Nation celebrates opening of Sallisaw Creek Park
The Cherokee Nation opened the 100-acre Sallisaw Creek Park on the Robert S. Kerr Reservoir, a site protected under the tribe's 2021 parks law. The park includes RV campgrounds, luxury cabins, a four-lane boat ramp and recreational facilities, and it is open seven days a week.
Brattleboro Area Youth Council launches Youth Action & Connection Initiative
The Brattleboro Area Youth Council, in partnership with Vermont Afterschool, is offering $2,500 to support at least two youth-led community projects; applications are due April 15 and youth voting is planned for mid-to-late April.
La La Land Kind Café is coming to Charlotte
Dallas-based La La Land has signed a lease for its first North Carolina cafe at 1930 Camden Road in the Design Center of the Carolinas, replacing the former Bitty & Beau's location; an opening date has not been announced.
Alle-Kiski Valley events roundup for April 2, 2026
The Stroller lists community events across the Alle-Kiski Valley for April 2, 2026, noting a community Good Friday worship service in Brackenridge and a range of local meetings, reunions and support services.
Women to Watch: Beasy brings radio and community service together.
Beasy hosts weekday evenings on Urban One Atlanta's Majic 107.5/97.5 and the Gracie Award-winning Sunday program Jesus and Coffee; she also leads community efforts through #OperationWeGotUs to address housing, foster-care, and reentry needs.
Learning on the job at MVTV and Oak Bluffs School provides hands-on experience
Students at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School are participating in a work-study program with placements at MVTV and Oak Bluffs School that include paid work, internships, and volunteering; some placements count for elective or CTE credit and occur during the school day while others happen after school. Time management and the seasonal nature of island businesses are reported as challenges for some participants.