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Gen Z and classical music are reconnecting.
Orchestras in the U.S. report growing Gen Z and millennial audiences, with St. Louis Symphony and the Los Angeles Philharmonic citing higher shares and tailored programs. Institutions point to casual concerts, cross-genre collaborations, social media outreach and education as part of the change.
Dogecoin community donates 1 million DOGE to animal welfare
MoonPay, the Dogecoin Foundation and House of Doge donated 1 million DOGE—about $97,000—to the AKC Humane Fund to support U.S. dog shelters, rescues and veterinary care.
Sequim church teens build homes in Mexico during spring break
A team of more than 20 youth and chaperones from Sequim Community Church traveled to Vicente Guerrero in Baja California during spring break to build two homes for local families through Youth With A Mission; the group returned to Sequim on April 5.
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Showing: 171-180Brevard Sheriff's Office Recognizes Animal Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week
Sheriff Wayne Ivey issued a message recognizing Animal Enforcement Officer Appreciation Week in Brevard County and praised officers for rescuing and reuniting lost pets. He also noted that these officers respond to animal cruelty and neglect cases and asked the community to thank them.
GPS receives Tennessee Valley Authority STEM award for interdisciplinary project
Girls Preparatory School received a $3,500 STEM Classroom Grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority STEM Award Program for an eighth-grade interdisciplinary project combining history and digital fabrication; the funding enabled the purchase of an additional laser cutter.
SRU honors six retirees for decades of service to Soldiers.
The Soldier Recovery Unit held a ceremony honoring six retirees whose combined military and federal service exceeds 200 years and who spent careers supporting Soldiers through recovery and transition.
Four Seasons Resort Maui hosts Second Annual Earth Day Expo
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea and Maui United Way will host the second annual Earth Day Expo on April 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring educational booths, interactive activities, and short presentations by local organizations.
Mancos BurroFest will mark Colorado's 150th with burros and art
The seventh Mancos BurroFest will be held Saturday, June 20, in downtown Mancos and will combine donkeys, local artists, obstacle courses and vendors as an official event for Colorado's 150th anniversary.
Beaumont's Day in the Park will bring families to Alice Keith Park
A free Day in the Park at Alice Keith Park in Beaumont is set for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with giveaways, entertainment and free food from HEB and other local stores; city departments and partners such as Lamar University will also participate.
Paddington is officially returning for another wholesome adventure.
StudioCanal announced at CinemaCon that a fourth Paddington film is in development and said "world‑renowned comedy writers" are attached; the studio did not provide casting or release details.
St. Martinville Garden Club hosts animal shelter food drive in April.
The St. Martinville Garden Club is collecting pet food and basic care supplies throughout April, and donations can be dropped off at Community First Bank locations across Acadiana.
Northbrook District 28 opens newly built Meadowbrook School gymnasium
Families and community members gathered April 9 as Northbrook District 28 opened a new 10,000-square-foot gymnasium at Meadowbrook Elementary, the first completed project after voters approved a nearly $95 million referendum in April 2025.
Electric City Speedway opens season with facility upgrades and new owner
Electric City Speedway in Great Falls has finished a set of facility upgrades and will begin the 2026 season under new ownership, with the Spring Roundup opening on April 24 and gates at 5:30.