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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.
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Showing: 151-160Vermont State Parks expand free day-use access through Park Access Fund
Vermont Parks Forever is accepting applications for its 2026 Park Access Fund, which provides free state park day-use passes to Vermont organizations; applications are open through April 10.
Bend Oktoberfest returns to downtown Bend on September 19
Bend Oktoberfest will be held Saturday, September 19 from 2-9 p.m. on the lawn of the Deschutes Historical Museum in downtown Bend, offering live music, traditional Oktoberfest games, local food and a Bark Bash dog event.
Carroll Community Festival names 2026 senior king and queen
The Carroll Community Festival has selected Robb and Kris Ingram as its 2026 Senior King and Queen; the festival is scheduled for Aug. 14–15 and the crowning will occur at 6 p.m. on Aug. 14.
Gwynn Virostek named among 25 Women for 2026 and champions youth and family services
Gwynn Virostek was named one of Tallahassee's 25 Women You Need to Know for 2026 and serves as President and CEO of Capital City Youth Services, where she has expanded shelter, prevention, and family-centered programs.
What to do in Montgomery for April 2-8
This roundup lists family-friendly events in Montgomery for April 2–8, noting the Montgomery Biscuits open their season April 2–5 (on the road) and return home for an April 7 opener at Dabos Park; it also highlights local activities such as the Move Montgomery Bunny Hop 5K on April 4.
Beit Kotn is a complimentary creative residence in London.
Kotn opened Beit Kotn above its Shoreditch flagship as a two-bedroom creative residence that offers complimentary stays to artists who apply and does not require social posts or brand deliverables.
Texas Humane Legislation Network names Mia Bendixsen as executive director
The Texas Humane Legislation Network announced Mia Bendixsen, J.D., as its new executive director to lead THLN and its sister Texas Humane Network; the organizations have begun a search for a Legislative Director.
Bunnies on the Bayou returns for its 47th annual 'Resistance in Bloom' celebration.
The 47th Bunnies on the Bayou will be held April 5 at Sesquicentennial Park in Houston to raise funds for local LGBTQ+ organizations. Organizers expect about 3,000 guests and say the theme is 'Resistance in Bloom.'
Buffalo Center Fire Department hosting community pancake breakfast on April 4
The Buffalo Center Volunteer Fire Department will hold an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast on April 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Proceeds are reported to support the volunteer fire and rescue team and department operations.
Lee County supports child advocacy with April proclamation and fundraiser
The Lee County Commission declared April Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month and promoted Twin Cedars Child Advocacy Center's 'Bites, Brews & Blues' fundraiser set for April 10 to benefit local child-advocacy organizations.