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Violins become community art in the Painted Violin Project.
Twenty-five unplayable violins were transformed into painted artworks by community artists and are being auctioned to raise funds for Idaho State Civic Symphony education outreach.
Manasota ASALH Raises $100,000 for Scholarship Program
The Manasota Branch of ASALH raised about $100,000 at its inaugural Black History Month Scholarship Luncheon for the 2026 Manasota Scholarship Program, and several local foundations and groups reported grants and fundraising totaling hundreds of thousands for area nonprofits.
Faith, Brain and Belonging: Celebrating Lynn Swain's Trust-Centered Work
Lynn Swain, founder and CEO of the Symbiota Leadership Institute and a specialist in the Neuroscience of Leadership, served as a 2025 Faith and Media Initiative fellow linking trust, neuroplasticity and faith. She plans to finish a book and bring fellowship insights into her speaking and consulting work.
Recent heartwarming stories
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A TikTok clip shows an orange tabby watching as someone types that the cat is a 'foster fail,' and the video has more than 764,000 views and 251,000 likes.
Best things to do in Fort Myers and Bonita include art fests and live music.
A weekend roundup lists events in Southwest Florida, including ArtFest Fort Myers and Bonita Springs art festivals, live music gatherings and a touring Broadway pop musical in early to mid-February.
New calendar by Greg Murray celebrates 'Perfectly Imperfect' rescue dogs.
Photographer Greg Murray has launched 'Perfectly Imperfect,' a photo series and planned 2027 calendar that highlights rescue dogs often overlooked, and he requests a minimum $5 donation to Neighborhood Pets in place of a traditional submission fee.
Grover Beach survey shows most residents are happy with the city's direction
A city-conducted survey of about 400 residents found roughly 75% satisfaction with city services and 90% of respondents said they are proud to live in Grover Beach.
Propeller Club of Port Canaveral elects Bruce Cameron as 2026 president
Bruce Cameron, Director of Cruise Operations at the Canaveral Port Authority, was elected 2026 president of the Propeller Club of Port Canaveral and will lead the club as it prepares to host the Southeast Regional Conference in April 2026.
Tuxedo cat found in a purse at a park is taken home in 15-degree weather
A tuxedo cat was discovered inside a large purse in a park during 15-degree weather, and a couple took her home where she quickly bonded with their black cat, Beetlejuice.
Jacqueline McDonough to lead Angels Foster Care in Santa Barbara
Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara has appointed Jacqueline McDonough as executive director; she holds a doctorate in organizational leadership and will emphasize trauma-informed care and reunification for children ages 0–5.
Chico Police Department opens applications for 2026 Police Community Advisory Board.
The Chico Police Department has opened applications for its 2026 Police Community Advisory Board to invite diverse community members to share perspectives and learn about department policies, the department said.
Tallahassee waives pet adoption fees for Valentine's Day
Tallahassee's Animal Service Center will host a 'Smooches with Pooches' walk-in event on Feb. 14 with all adoption fees waived; adopted pets will leave with vaccinations, a microchip, spay/neuter and a bag of Hill's Science pet food.
Denton Parks and Recreation wins Texas Public Pool Council safety award
Denton Parks and Recreation received the Texas Public Pool Council's Safety Program of the Year Award on Jan. 13 for a new ASL swim lessons program at the Denton Natatorium, launched last summer by ASL interpreter and instructor Savannah Boyd.