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Kimberly Schlapman to receive Habersham Central High School lifetime achievement award
Kimberly Schlapman, a Habersham Central High School alum and member of Little Big Town, will receive the 2026 HCHS Lifetime Achievement Award during the Class of 2026 graduation ceremony in May.
Colorado Mesa unveils sculpture honoring Mary Rait
Colorado Mesa University unveiled a bronze sculpture of Mary Rait on April 10 during the school's 101st anniversary; the work by Scott Shaffer sits on a bench outside the Moss Performing Arts Center.
New Aroostook gathering spot aims to spark local connections
The LIVING Room is a new community space in downtown Houlton housed in the former S.L. White Drug Co. building, created by Randi Bradbury and Ira Dyer to encourage belonging; a grand opening is set for April 18 and a first Sunday salon for April 19.
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Showing: 391-400Salvation Army names Western Massachusetts regional social services manager
Danielle LaTaille of Longmeadow has been named Western Massachusetts regional social services manager for The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division and will coordinate corps case managers across towns including Athol, Fitchburg, Greenfield, Holyoke, Pittsfield, Springfield and Worcester; she has worked with the organization since 2009.
Youngstown begins renovations at Pemberton Park baseball field.
Youngstown has installed an artificial turf infield at Pemberton Park and used $1 million in American Rescue Plan funds for the project; additional repairs and sponsor-funded work are planned, and the first scheduled game on the new infield is Penn State Shenango vs. Lorain Community College.
Cd'A picks Jake Bieker as new fire chief
The Coeur d'Alene City Council approved Capt. Jake Bieker as the city's next fire chief; Bieker is a 24-year department veteran and will take over when Chief Thomas Greif retires in April.
Forest Hills students visit Anderson Center to learn local history and leadership
Second graders from Mercer Elementary attended the History to Schools program at the Anderson Center to learn about local government, history and bike safety as part of a 13-year partnership between Anderson Township, Forest Hills School District and the Anderson Township Historical Society.
Baker schools form partnership with 100 Black Men for mentoring programs
The City of Baker School System, Helix Community Schools, and the 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge announced a collaboration to bring mentoring, financial literacy, and college and career readiness programs into Baker schools; the organization plans to move its local headquarters into a Baker school and the effort begins this semester, with full implementation expected in 2026-2027.
Spartanburg County Pet Resource Center seeks pet food donations
The Spartanburg County Pet Resource Center is collecting wet and dry cat and dog food ahead of an early-2026 opening, with donation drop-offs planned at the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office on March 20 and March 27.
Hunger Ends Here receives donation of two vehicles to support hunger relief
Hunger Ends Here, a partnership of local nonprofits in Elkhart County, received two RAM vans donated by THOR Industries to help expand food rescue and distribution across the community.
Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier: DeSantis announces plans for a new Manatee-side pier.
Governor DeSantis announced plans to build a new pier on the Manatee County side of the Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier, and part of that side has been closed since October due to Milton damage.
Picard Park in Milton reopens after $1 million in upgrades
Picard Park in Milton has officially reopened after nearly a year of construction, featuring four pickleball courts, updated restrooms, a shaded picnic area, ADA-accessible parking and a concession stand; the project cost $1,014,530 and was funded by state and parish resources.
Maplewood opens The Waldo apartments with 56 affordable units.
Residents have begun moving into The Waldo, a 56-unit affordable apartment building in Maplewood that received funding from Minnesota Housing and other partners.