Looking for a fun and educational activity for kids or grandkids? Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 6th from 1 to 4 PM. The Rice Fire Department is hosting their annual open house event. This isn't just a chance to see fire trucks up close; it's an opportunity to learn about safety and meet the
Over the past few years, unified sports programs for students with intellectual disabilities have been spreading like wildfire across Massachusetts. These sports provide a unique outlet for creativity and self-expression, making them an ideal alternative for students who might not make traditional t
Have you ever wanted to be a detective? The Zachary police need your help right now. They're trying to solve a case where someone took stuff worth over $1,500. Luckily, they have some security footage that might help them figure it out. But they can't do it alone. That's where you come in! Imagine
Flossie Amoia, a local physical therapist, is picking up the pieces after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc. Her practice, Rivers Edge Physical Therapy, took a hit from severe flooding. The storm also left many homes and businesses without power or clean water. However, the community isn't sitting idle
Finance is getting smarter. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently talked about this at a financial stability conference. She said artificial intelligence (AI) could make things better or worse for the finance world. That's why regulators are paying close attention. Yellen mentioned how AI can he
Imagine a bank that reaches out to those who often get left behind. That's what Boost Bank is doing! Created by Axiata Group Berhad and Boost, this digital bank has teamed up with RHB Banking Group to make financial services more accessible. They’re focusing on safety measures against unauthorized a
For years, coal has been the king of Indonesia's energy scene. But times are changing, and solar power is stepping into the spotlight. The country is sitting on a goldmine of sunshine that could help it ditch its coal addiction and fight climate change. Enter AC Ventures, a firm that's betting big o
The former Finance Director of Habitat for Humanity in Central South Carolina, Ashley Clark Ingram, has admitted to embezzling over $388,000 meant for COVID-19 relief. This misappropriation of funds was discovered through an internal investigation conducted by the organization after she left her pos
In Baton Rouge, parents of students at Belaire High School came together after two alarming incidents. First, an unloaded .45 pistol was found in a student's locker. Then, deputies caught a man with a rifle near the school and firing it into the ground. These events prompted parents to say, "Enough
Crime reduction is top of mind for cities like San Antonio and Baltimore, which are rolling out multi-step plans aimed at high-crime areas and individuals who drive a lot of violence. The idea is simple but effective: get different city departments and social service groups to work together, fix iss
