This weekend, Portland will host one of its most popular family events—the Junior Parade, now moved to the weekend to draw bigger crowds. Instead of its usual midweek slot during the school year, the parade starts at noon on Saturday, giving more people a chance to join in. The route runs along Sand
A website where film fans keep track of movies and share opinions might change hands soon. A small group wants to buy it before bigger investors take over. They’ve started a fundraiser to raise money and turn the site into something owned by its users instead of a corporation. The site started as a
The voting window for the Best of Mower County has opened and will stay open until July 2. In April and May, several businesses were shortlisted in each category, leaving up to five finalists for voters. Now residents can decide which local spot deserves the top honor in its field. This event
Wisconsin’s Rotary Clubs are stepping beyond usual meetings to build real connections with nearby tribal nations. More than just social events, these efforts aim to break old tensions tied to historic land rights and fishing disputes. Stories shared at a recent convention showed just how deep the di
Tulsi Gabbard’s sudden resignation as director of national intelligence wasn’t caused by political pressure, as some Washington insiders guessed. Instead, she left to support her husband, who was diagnosed with an extremely rare bone cancer. While her personal decision deserves respect, her time in
For four decades, one man dedicated his career to teaching in Lutheran schools across Illinois. After starting as a physical education teacher in 1986, he spent nine years as principal of St. Paul Lutheran School in Rochelle before retiring. His journey included roles as a principal, athletic direct
Puna, a quiet corner of Hawaii’s Big Island known for its off-grid living and close-knit vibe, was shaken when three elderly men were found dead over a few days. The victims—Robert Shine, John Carse, and an unnamed 79-year-old—weren’t connected by much except their shared love for Puna’s laid-back,
In a town where the weather can change plans, two solemn gatherings took place at Fairview and Hope Cemeteries on Memorial Day. Though the parade was called off, families and friends still arrived in droves to remember those who died for their country. The mayor of Kutztown, a veteran himself, open
The Florida Special Olympics tennis event held at the USTA National Campus in Lake Nona saw Team Sarasota shine, grabbing nine medals across different categories. Coaches Ron and Brenda Shields guided a group of nine athletes who all earned podium finishes: Dylan Mayes and Virginia Barakos took gold
Last spring, Napa Valley College made tough budget decisions that cut a program over 40 years old, serving more than 200 students with disabilities each semester. The adaptive physical education program gave disabled students and older adults a place to exercise safely using special equipment design
