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Nov 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Pine's Holiday Fun Brings Community Together

Pine's annual Holiday Dazzle event was a hit, with over 2, 000 people showing up to enjoy the festivities. The event, held at the Pine Community Center, was packed with fun activities for all ages. From train rides to horse-drawn carriage rides, there was something for everyone. The outside of the c

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Oct 11 2025RELIGION

Community Events: Sales, Donations, and Learning Opportunities

In Denham Springs, St. Francis Episcopal Church is hosting a big garage sale. It's happening on October 17th and 18th, from 7 a. m. to 3 p. m. each day. You can find all sorts of stuff there: clothes, toys, home decor, tools, and more. The money raised goes to support the church's work in the commun

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Sep 22 2025HEALTH

Pink Power: A Day for Breast Health in Sauk Valley

On October 11, a special gathering will take place to highlight breast cancer awareness. From 10 a. m. to noon, the community is invited to join in at 1609 First Ave. , Rock Falls. This is the second time this event is happening, and it's all about learning and support. Several groups will be there

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Jul 13 2025BUSINESS

A Young Entrepreneur's Journey: Julian Lin's Business Ventures

Julian Lin, a 10-year-old from the Upper West Side, has been making waves in the business world since he was just four years old. His journey began at a local fruit stand, where he learned the ropes of selling produce to customers. This early experience sparked his interest in business, and he hasn'

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

A Dancer's Journey Home: The Unlikely Prisoner Exchange

A Russian-American woman, Ksenia Karelina, is back on U. S. soil after spending over a year in a Russian prison. Her crime? A small donation to a charity that supported Ukraine's military. Karelina, a former ballerina from Los Angeles, was arrested in February 2024 and sentenced to 12 years in a pen

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

A Dance with Freedom

The United Arab Emirates was the stage for a recent prisoner swap. It involved a woman with a unique background and a surprising charge. Ksenia Karelina, a former ballet dancer and beautician, was released from a Russian prison. She had been held for over a year. This was not a simple release. It wa

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Feb 02 2025CELEBRITIES

Smoky Skies and Big Stars Grammy's 2025 Edition

The 67th Grammy Awards is happening in February but this time, things are different. By different we mean Los Angeles is still recovering from wildfires. More than 14, 000 structures have gone and tens of thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes. The Recording Academy has turned th

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Jan 17 2025CELEBRITIES

Taylor Swift and Friends Lend a Helping Hand to LA Fire Victims

Taylor Swift took to social media to express her thoughts on the devastating Los Angeles fires. She shared that she had donated to several relief organizations and encouraged her fans to do the same. The singer, who is 35, listed charities such as the California Community Foundation Fund, Greater Lo

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Nov 19 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Prove They're Brainy Too on Jeopardy!

Celebrities are not just famous for their acting or comedy, but some have also shown their smarts on the game show Jeopardy! . Over the years, these stars have collectively won millions for charity. Here are some celebs who've proven they’re as good at trivia as they are at their day jobs. Lisa Ann

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Containers Spell 'HOPE' for Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and companies are finding unique ways to show support. One creative effort comes from DP World at the Port of Southampton. Employees there used 21 bright magenta containers from Ocean Network Express to spell out the word "HOPE, " adding a pink ribbon to hig

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