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Local brewery hosts annual Pawz and Pours fundraiser for dog rescue
Birdfish Brewing Co. in Columbiana is holding its third annual Pawz & Pours to benefit All About The Pawz Dog Rescue, featuring live music, food trucks and adoptable pets; last year the event raised $16,000.
Every Cat's Dream to host Fundraising Bingo on March 8
Every Cat's Dream will hold a fundraising bingo on March 8 at Kelly's Sports Bar in Endicott, with proceeds supporting the nonprofit cat rescue. The event runs from 1–4 PM and will include raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, and ten bingo games.
Donation of just over $48,000 supports local animal shelter
The Garfield Heights Eagles Club presented a check for just over $48,000 to the Friends of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter to support animal care, community programs and operating costs.
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Showing: 221-230Grand Forks Fire/Rescue welcomes new pumper rescue with ceremonial push
Engine 354, a custom-built pumper rescue, arrived in Grand Forks on Feb. 7 and firefighters performed a ceremonial push into the Second Street station during training on Feb. 11.
L.A. Public Library honors Black community contributions in February.
The Los Angeles Public Library is presenting the second annual "Inspiring Journeys: African American Histories" series with free programs across branch libraries during February, concluding with an in-person event on Feb. 28 at the Central Library.
Data center growth deserves facts, not fear, says Brewster Bevis
Brewster Bevis argues that data centers support everyday online services, expand local tax bases, create jobs and can be developed with environmental improvements. Florida leaders are discussing regulation and local decisions are still pending.
Traverse City marks 50 years of the North American VASA Festival of Races
The North American Vasa Festival of Races is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Traverse City; the event began in 1977 and the permanent Vasa Trail was formalized in 1991.
Michigan hunters donate deer parts to schools and shelters
Michigan’s Hunters Feeding Michigan program donated more than 560,000 servings of venison to food banks last year and has expanded to provide deer hearts for anatomy classes and deerskin gloves to shelters.
Marion landmark building opens a new chapter as The Smyth.
The historic Marion mansion formerly known as the Henderson House was purchased by Gutschmidt Properties and renamed The Smyth; the property has 52 residential units. The new owner plans upgrades and is pursuing grant support for an elevator and solar panels.
Black Oregon History: Twenty-eight recent moments that shaped the state.
This piece lists 28 moments from roughly 2016–2026 that highlight Black-led businesses, cultural projects, political firsts, and community restitution efforts across Oregon.
Honoring Black History Month with local events.
Black History Month highlights the culture, history and achievements of Black Americans, and a series of community events in Riverhead and nearby towns are scheduled through February, including a 17th annual celebration on Feb. 12 and multiple library film screenings later in the month.
CU Schools Foundation announces Class of '26 honorees.
The CU Schools Foundation unveiled its Class of 2026 honorees on News-Gazette Radio, and the Distinguished Alumni and community awards will be presented at a reception April 10 at the I Hotel.
RLC Global Forum and Hamat honor industry leaders at 2026 RLC Honors in Riyadh.
On February 3 in Riyadh, RLC Global Forum and Hamat co-hosted the RLC Honors Gala, presenting Lifetime Achievement Awards to Marco Bizzarri and Ingie Chalhoub as part of the 2026 RLC Global Forum.