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Sherwood Elementary field trip connects second graders with their community
Second-grade students from Sherwood Elementary visited local sites in Edmonds — Johnny Mo’s, the Edmonds Museum, the police and fire departments, the library — and met Mayor Mike Rosen.
St. Joseph's High School in Pittsfield could be converted into housing
Scarafoni Associates plans to buy the long-vacant St. Joseph's High School in Pittsfield to convert the top two floors into 21 market-rate apartments, and the city's Community Development Board approved a zoning subdivision to allow the sale.
Pets on Set: Pumpernickel, Ciabatta and Focaccia are four-week-old Bread Batch kittens
Three four-week-old kittens — Pumpernickel, Ciabatta and Focaccia — are featured from Frogtown Fosters and are not yet ready for adoption; the rescue reports kitten intake has risen to about 40 this year and is planning a May 8 bingo fundraiser.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 211-220Pittsburgh Brewing hosts 'Shake Yinz Booties' fundraiser for The Children's Home
The Children's Home of Pittsburgh will hold its 25th annual 'Shake Yinz Booties' gala Saturday at Pittsburgh Brewing Company in East Deer, with Pittsburgh-themed activities and fundraising for the nonprofit's child and family services.
Matt Scarfo seeks to continue momentum for Union County.
Matt Scarfo, a two-term Union County commissioner, announced in September 2025 that he will run for a third term after a judge struck down the county's two-term limit; he will face Rosa Rice and Donna Beverage in the May 19 primary.
Rescue dog's 'spicy' reaction during post-walk clean-up charms viewers
A small white rescue dog nicknamed "gremlin" protested being wiped after a walk in a TikTok video by user fineboymiki that has more than 3.1 million views; he grumbled and showed his teeth but allowed his paws to be cleaned and later brightened at the mention of treats.
Silvergate Fallbrook's Paint, Sip & Savor event brought residents together
On March 26, Silvergate Fallbrook hosted a Paint, Sip & Savor event in partnership with the Oceanside Museum of Art that combined a guided art class, refreshments, and opportunities to tour the community for residents and prospective residents.
Church hosts Possibility Day to promote disability inclusion in Southwest Michigan
All Nations Seventh-day Church held its first Possibility Day during Autism Awareness Month to share experiences of people with disabilities and discuss accessibility; guest speakers included Megdana Gedeon and Jamaican Sen. Floyd Morris.
Imaginology festival at OC Fair & Event Center offers free family STEAM activities
The OC Fair & Event Center’s two-day Imaginology festival offers free, hands-on STEAM demonstrations and activities for children and continues Sunday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; admission is free and parking is $15.
Palmer High School alumni gather to discuss the school's future
Palmer High School in Colorado Springs is preparing a 150th anniversary open house on April 25 with alumni-guided tours, yearbook replacements and conversations about the campus's future.
National Weather Service offers free SKYWARN Weather Spotter class
Valley Fire & Rescue will host a free SKYWARN Weather Spotter class led by the Charleston National Weather Service on April 20 from 6-8 p.m. at Valley Fire & Rescue in Apple Grove, covering severe weather identification and how to report observations.
Doggy Day fills Deer District as thousands gather for a good cause
Thousands attended the fifth annual Doggy Day at Deer District to raise funds for Winston's Wishes, a nonprofit that helps dogs from MADACC and other animals needing extra care.
Cresswind at Lake Lanier holds annual First Responders Parade
Cresswind at Lake Lanier hosted over 30 first responders for its annual parade and, working with the Cresswind Community Fund, awarded $1,000 each to four local first-responder funds.