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CBS News revisits Safe Haven's 'Cat Grandpa' six years later
CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman reposted his 2020 segment about Terry Lauerman, the volunteer known as 'Cat Grandpa,' and reported that Lauerman remains active at Safe Haven while the rescue has grown in size and services.
County park board hears input for proposed park near Spring Lake
Residents and officials discussed ideas for NineStar Park at Spring Lake, a 42-acre tract donated to Hancock County, focusing on trails, conservation and education while also raising questions about naming and past local well impacts.
Alle-Kiski Valley events: The Stroller, Feb. 20, 2026
The Stroller for Feb. 20, 2026 lists community events across the Alle-Kiski Valley, including a benefit bingo for the Community Fireworks Fund at Pioneer Hose Firehall Sunday and scholarship applications being accepted by the Westmoreland Garden Council for the Katherine M. McKenna Scholarship.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 31-40No-cost spay and neuter clinic supports veterans
Paws of War and Craven Animal Hospital provided free spay and neuter services for 17 pets of local veterans, drawing more than 80 responses and 102 follow-up inquiries after registration closed within 24 hours.
Fresno warming centers open as Valley lows reach near-freezing
The City of Fresno opened three free warming centers at Ted C. Wills, Mosqueda, and Maxie L. Park as overnight lows approach 35°F; the centers will operate 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. through Friday.
Magnolia Pearl turned scarcity, star power, and social impact into lasting value
Magnolia Pearl, founded in Texas, produces hand-finished, lived-in garments in small batches that have appreciated on resale; in 2023 the brand launched an authenticated resale platform that channels part of each transaction to charity.
China approved for $500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for wastewater upgrades
The city of China was approved for $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant. Local officials said the grant was awarded in 2023 and is now reaching the community.
Gema's Childcare serves Long Island with community-focused early learning.
Gema's Childcare is a minority-owned, family-operated early childhood education organization with licensed locations across Long Island that offers research-based, whole-child programs.
Rev. Michael Davidson builds belonging as Montserrat director.
Rev. Michael Davidson, director of Boston College's Montserrat Coalition, has focused the office on community and support for students with high financial need and was presented this November with the Archdiocese of Boston's Bishop James Augustine Healy Award.
Grand Junction Lions Club's 97th Carnival and Parade aids local nonprofits
The Grand Junction Lions Club is holding its 97th annual raffle, carnival and parade on Saturday, with a 2 p.m. parade followed by a free carnival and a 4:30 p.m. raffle at the Grand Junction Convention Center. The club says proceeds will support local projects and will fund $120,000 in grants to ten area nonprofit agencies.
Pet of the Week: Tucker is a four-year-old hound mix available for adoption.
Tucker is a four-year-old, 87-pound hound mix at the San Diego Humane Society with an adoption fee of $168; staff describe him as people-oriented, affectionate, and a good walking companion.
Lompoc Rotary to Fund Ryon Park Stage Replacement
The Lompoc Rotary Club will donate $50,000 toward replacing the aging stage at Ryon Memorial Park, and Community Development Block Grant funds are expected to cover most of the $525,000 project.
Canadiens to support Jewish General Hospital with special 50/50 raffle
The Montreal Canadiens announced a weeklong online 50/50 raffle to benefit the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, concluding live at the Bell Centre during the Feb. 26 Canadiens-Islanders game.