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Bringing Home a Kitten: Five Steps for the First Days
The article outlines five practical steps—kitten-proofing, a small safe space, basic supplies, an early vet visit, and letting the kitten set the pace—to help a kitten settle into a new home.
Kengo Kuma designs Polish library that blends nature and literature
The Wir Słowa (Spiral of Words) Library in Rzeszów, Poland, is a competition-winning, nearly 19,000 m² design by Kengo Kuma & Associates with collaborators that uses sustainable timber and steel in a spiraling plan to unite reading spaces with rooftop gardens and park landscaping.
PACT for West Central Illinois is recruiting families for Head Start.
PACT for West Central Illinois is accepting applications for Head Start and Early Head Start for the 2026–2027 year; the agency runs five centers and families must meet federal income guidelines.
Recent heartwarming stories
Showing: 621-630Wiebensohn retires after 50 years with Gladbrook Fire and Rescue
Kenneth “Kenny” Wiebensohn retired from Gladbrook Fire and Rescue on Dec. 31, 2025 after 50 years of service and marked the milestone with a Jan. 18 gathering of family, friends and colleagues.
Jordan's Way brings fundraising events to Central Nebraska animal shelters
Jordan's Way returned to Central Nebraska this week, hosting livestreamed fundraising events at the Kearney Area Animal Shelter and Start Over Rover in Hastings and raising more than $10,000 at the Kearney event. Founder Kris Rotonda started the group after his dog Jordan died and the organization says it has worked with over 300 shelters and raised more than $14 million in total donations.
Wake County approves design for new animal center
Wake County commissioners approved a design for a new animal center that will increase dog and cat capacity by more than 50% and is planned to begin construction in spring 2027.
Brazos County launches smart pet tags to help lost animals get home faster
Brazos County has added PetHub QR code smart ID tags to its pet licensing program so finders can scan a code to view a pet's digital profile; local shelter officials say studies show 96% of pets with these tags return home in under 24 hours.
Aurora opens applications for East Colfax DDA board.
The City of Aurora is accepting applications through Feb. 28 for the inaugural Downtown Development Authority (DDA) board to guide East Colfax Avenue revitalization; eligible applicants must be 18+ and live in, own property in, or operate a business within the DDA boundaries.
Winter Restaurant Week Sneak Peek previews local menus.
The Sneak Peek on Wednesday will preview dishes from participating restaurants, and general tickets are $35 now (increasing to $45 beginning Wednesday) while limited VIP tickets cost $55.
Aspen permitting mix n' mingle aims to humanize the process
The city of Aspen will host a permitting mix n' mingle on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Pitkin County Library so residents can meet permitting staff and ask questions.
Coventry Village launches $200,000 American Rescue Plan small business grants
The Coventry Village Special Improvement District announced a $200,000 grant program funded by the American Rescue Plan, offering awards of $15,000 to $75,000 to new and expanding businesses in the district. The SID says grants will require matching investment or in-kind contributions and will be reviewed monthly on a rolling basis.
Fort Buchanan CYS event builds resilient families and supports force readiness
An After School Fest at Fort Buchanan's Child & Youth Services on Jan. 16 highlighted Puerto Rico's cultural traditions through music and performances, and Fort Buchanan CYS recently earned a 97.17% rating in a U.S. Army inspection.
Henry, beloved canine of Vail Ski Patrol, now has an apparel line
Vail Mountain’s first avalanche rescue dog, Henry, inspired the Avy Dog Henry's Legacy apparel collection that joins an existing Avy Dog Bourbon release; a portion of proceeds will support avalanche rescue dog programs.