COMMUNITY EVENTS

Nov 02 2025BUSINESS

Honoring Local Champions: A Day of Gratitude and Fun

In a show of appreciation, a major rural retailer organized a special day to honor local heroes across the nation. Over 2, 300 stores hosted events to celebrate military personnel, veterans, and first responders. Each store gave $500 to a nearby fire, police, or veteran group, adding up to more than

reading time less than a minute
Nov 01 2025RELIGION

A Weekend of Faith and Fun in Baton Rouge

This weekend, Baton Rouge is buzzing with events that blend faith, learning, and community. Let's dive in! First up, there's a virtual conference happening from November 17th to 19th. It's all about promoting health within African American communities. Experts from different fields will talk about

reading time less than a minute
Nov 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Drag Queen Story Time: Building Community and Representation in Saginaw

In a lively turn of events, the Hoyt Library in Saginaw hosted a unique Halloween Drag Queen Story Hour, bringing together families and children for an afternoon of stories and fun. The event, held on October 29th, featured Dahlia Rivers, a local drag queen, who read four children's books to an eage

reading time less than a minute
Oct 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Toms River Swaps Trick-or-Treat Day for Better Weather

Toms River has decided to move trick-or-treating from October 30 to November 1. This change comes because of a weather forecast that predicts wind and rain on the original date. The goal is to make sure kids and families have a safer and more enjoyable time. The annual Halloween parade, which is on

reading time less than a minute
Oct 27 2025BUSINESS

New Faces and Fresh Plans in Springfield

Springfield is buzzing with new developments and milestones. A popular coffee shop, 7 Brew, recently opened its doors in Republic. They kicked things off with a special event, raising over $12, 000 for Convoy of Hope. Customers got to pay what they wanted for certain menu items during the opening we

reading time less than a minute
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

reading time less than a minute
Aug 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Romance, Wine, and Community: The Story of Pages & Grapes

Pages & Grapes in Wyoming, Michigan, is more than just a bookstore; it's a cozy spot where book lovers and wine enthusiasts come together. The idea for this unique store was born in a college classroom. Heather Wejroch, one of the co-owners, was working on a business plan for a class project. She de

reading time less than a minute
Jul 29 2025CRIME

Macomb County's Big Community Party in August

Macomb County is buzzing with excitement for the upcoming National Night Out in August. This isn't just any party; it's a chance for neighbors to meet, have fun, and learn how to keep their communities safe. In Roseville, the Neighborhood Watch is throwing a bash at Veterans Memorial Park on August

reading time less than a minute
May 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

A New Stage for Nature and Fun

A brand-new amphitheater has opened at Meadowbrook Nature Preserve in Liberty Township. This $600, 000 project is more than just a place for shows. It's a spot where people can enjoy nature and learn about it too. The amphitheater's opening was marked with poems, speeches, and music. Dale Nichols,

reading time less than a minute
Apr 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Earth Day: A Day to Reflect and Act

Every year on April 22, people around the world celebrate Earth Day. This day is all about showing love for our planet and thinking about how to keep it safe. It's a time to appreciate the beauty of nature and consider how to protect it. Earth Day is a big deal in many places, including Canada. It

reading time less than a minute