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HPD welcomes new police K9 Trina to track missing persons
The Hawaii Police Department introduced K9 Trina, a 3-year-old Labrador paired with Officer Christopher Ross to assist in tracking missing children and endangered adults; the Hawaii Island K9 Association donated $25,000 and funded kennel upgrades in Kona.
Looking for spring plants: find expert advice at local nurseries
A Tallahassee gardener recommends buying from local nurseries for personalized advice, plants adapted to the local climate, and classes, while noting online and big-box purchases can bring unsuitable species, pests, or misleading hardiness information.
Knights of Columbus honors Dorchester County first responders at annual awards dinner
The Knights of Columbus held the 35th First Responders Social on Feb. 7 to honor police, firefighters, EMTs, telecommunicators and detention deputies across Dorchester County, and awards included Telecommunicator of the Year Hannah Moffitt and EMT of the Year Allison Brooks.
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Showing: 961-970CES 2026: AI companion robots offer emotional support
At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, companies demonstrated companion robots and pet-like devices designed for emotional interaction, with examples including Ludens AI's Cocomo and PETKIT's AI pet-care ecosystem. Coverage notes potential benefits for loneliness alongside concerns about ethics, privacy, cost, and supply chains.
Pixie dusting comes to Disney hotel room doors.
Guests are adapting the cruise "fish extender" tradition by leaving small magnetic surprises on metal hotel doors at select Walt Disney World value and moderate resorts, using magnets, clips, and themed decorations to share treats and notes.
Doubting ourselves or doubting God?
The author describes how shifting focus from personal limitations to God's allness helped an anxious friend and later the author overcome self-doubt and speak confidently.
Neighbor rescues 3-month-old kitten left in the cold, then faces accusation
A neighbor took in a 3-month-old kitten that had been left outside in cold weather; the kitten's foster family later accused the neighbor of stealing it. The kitten is now inside and reported to be healthy.
Indoor activities that foster family bonding at home.
A list of seven simple indoor activities — from a 10-minute dance party to a family time capsule — is presented to encourage shared interaction and create memories while families are stuck inside.
Grassroots foundation aims to transform Lafayette's Northside with affordable homes.
Never To Late Foundation has begun building a reconstructed home on Harmony Street, and the Lafayette City‑Parish Council approved donating an adjudicated Short Street lot to the nonprofit to support additional affordable, owner-occupied homes.
Madigan Army Medical Center greets first baby of 2026
Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord reported the first baby of 2026, a boy named Hunter, born at 12:17 a.m. on New Year's Day. The hospital noted the birth as a joyful start to the year and referenced its long history serving service members and families.
Toy drive in Paterson community center marks Three Kings Day
The St. Joseph's Community Center in Paterson held its third annual Three Kings Day toy giveaway, distributing toys to more than 200 local children ages three to twelve; donations of unwrapped toys were collected in December.
An Oregon family bakery prepares Rosca de Reyes for Epiphany and sells out each year
Maravilla's Bakery & Coffee in Salem prepares Rosca de Reyes for Jan. 6 Epiphany, a process that starts months in advance and often results in the breads selling out each year.
Upcoming Events in Journal & Topics area through Feb. 18
Park districts, libraries and history centers are hosting events from Jan. 7 through Feb. 18, 2026, including an Illinois archaeology exhibit and a mix of virtual and in-person programs; many events list registration or fees.