The Coeur d'Alene Tribe has been a driving force in education support for over three decades. They have consistently set aside 5% of their gaming revenues to fund scholarships. This commitment has grown into a powerful partnership with local businesses and the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber. Together, they have created a scholarship program that is making a real diff...
In Philadelphia, a unique team tackles mental health emergencies. This team is made up of police officers and therapists. They have a special focus on helping people in crisis. The team is called the Crisis Intervention Response Team, or CIRT for short. The team's members have personal experiences that drive them to help others. This makes their approach different fr...
Donald Curry, a name that echoes through the halls of boxing history, is currently facing a tough battle outside the ring. At 63, Curry, once known as the "Lone Star Cobra, " is grappling with Traumatic Encephalopathy Syndrome (TES), a condition stemming from repeated head injuries sustained during his illustrious career. This news came to light when his son, Donov...
In the desert city of Las Cruces, New Mexico, a tragic event unfolded on a Friday night. A shooting at Young Park resulted in three deaths and 15 injuries. The incident occurred around 10 p. m. during an unauthorized car show that attracted about 200 people. The police were not present in large numbers that night. The city is now dealing with the aftermath, offer...
Iran Barkley, a name that echoes through the boxing world, is currently fighting a battle outside the ring. The former champion, known for his prowess in three weight divisions, has had a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Fans and fellow boxers are sending their support and prayers for his recovery. Barkley, who hails from the Bronx, New York, had a remarkable ...
A young boy from Okanagan is making a splash in the world of fundraising. Jack McNeil, a 10-year-old from Salmon Arm, has been on a mission to raise $10, 000 for cancer research. He has already completed a 2. 5km swim and a run from Salmon Arm to Enderby. This journey started with a simple goal of raising $1, 000, but Jack's determination and community support have p...
Hospitals that don't pay taxes are supposed to give back to their communities. But do they really help everyone? Some places need more help than others. These places might have people who are poor, sick, or facing other problems. Let's think about this. If a hospital is in a rich area, do they help the poor people living far away? Or do they just help the pe...
Online bullying is a serious problem that goes beyond just mean comments. It's about the lasting effects on a person's mental health. Researchers are trying to understand how it affects people, but it's not easy. Traditional methods can't capture the immediate effects because online bullying is unpredictable. It can happen anytime, anywhere, and the feelings of sadne...
In Markham's Prairie-Hills Elementary District 144, a sudden change has left many residents worried. A well-respected mental health counselor, Eric V. Harwell, was unexpectedly let go on February 5th. This decision has sparked a community outcry, with many calling for his reinstatement. The counselor, who had been working for over 20 years, was known for his ability ...
In a surprising move, Novo Coffee bid adieu to its Highland location. The closure came about due to a sharp increase in rent. It had been a decade since they first opened in that spot. This was not the end of the road for Novo, though. They quickly found a new home in Congress Park. This 1, 200 square foot space used to be a coffee shop. So, the infrastructure was ...