The Peoria Rivermen are not just scoring goals on the ice; they're also making a difference in the community. Teaming up with PNC Bank, they've launched a new initiative called "Goals for Great. " Here's how it works: every time the Rivermen score a goal at home during the 2025-26 season, PNC Bank w
In Maine, after school programs are more than just a place for kids to hang out. They are vital spaces where learning, safety, and growth happen. Programs like Portland LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) serve over 550 students across different towns. These programs are free, thanks to local school di
In the upcoming election for the Thompson School District Board of Education, candidates are highlighting different issues they believe are crucial for the district. One major concern is the drop in student numbers, which puts pressure on the district to maintain quality education with fewer resourc
Arkansas is stepping up its game in transport training. Three community colleges in the state just got a big chunk of cash from the Arkansas Department of Transportation. The total? Over $450, 000. This money is not just for show. It's meant to help these schools teach students about transport and l
In a recent turn of events, the Bellwood-Antis School District and the Bellwood-Antis Education Association couldn't see eye to eye on a new teachers' contract. The talks went on for nearly four hours, but no deal was made. The union said the district was late to the game and dropped a verbal offer
Big teacher groups are spending a lot of money. The American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association have put nearly 100 million dollars into various projects. A group called Defending Education is questioning where this money is really going. Erika Sanzi, who leads outreach f
Let's talk about a strange letter. It's from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein. The Wall Street Journal wrote about it. The letter is from 2003. It's for Epstein's 50th birthday. It has a drawing of a naked woman. Trump's name is in a private area of the drawing. The letter also has a weird conversati
New York City's Mayor Eric Adams is making waves with his plans to support families. He's putting a lot of money into child care and early education. This is a big deal because it shows he's serious about helping working families. Adams has announced an $80 million boost for child care and pre-K pr
In Chicago, many adults are working hard to improve their lives through education. Joe Walsh, a 36-year-old former mariner, is one of them. After losing his siblings and facing homelessness, he found himself at a men's shelter. Now, he's in a classroom, learning skills to rebuild his life. He's hope
A big chunk of money meant for schools in Massachusetts is being held up. The Trump administration decided to withhold $108 million that was supposed to arrive on July 1. This money is part of a larger sum of over $6 billion that's being held back from states across the country. The funds were meant
