In the heart of Florida, a group of young activists is making waves in the fight for clean water. River Kidz, a nonprofit organization, started with just two 10-year-olds who wanted to make a difference. Naia Mader and Evie Flaugh raised $85 by selling lemonade, and that small act of kindness grew into something much bigger. Today, River Kidz is all about educating ...
Meghan Sonderegger has climbed the ranks at Union Bank & Trust (UBT) and is now the Vice President of Treasury and Payments. She's been with the bank since 2005 and has focused on improving digital products for both retail and business customers. Sonderegger is not just about work. She gives back to her community by volunteering at her children's schools. This shows...
Samantha Smith, a senior at Newman Central Catholic High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for November. She is the daughter of Chad and Corie Smith. Samantha's favorite class is AP Statistics with Mrs. Connie Royer. She believes Mrs. Royer is the best teacher she has ever had. The teacher makes learning fun and engaging. She uses activities that ...
At Altoona Area High School, something special happens every year. It's called Friendsgiving. This event is not just about food. It's about learning, growing, and coming together. Students in the Life Skills program take the lead. They plan, shop, cook, and serve a full Thanksgiving-style meal. This year, they made chicken, corn casserole, mashed potatoes, and even ...
UNRL, a well-known athletic and lifestyle brand from St. Paul, Minnesota, has taken a big step forward by becoming a Platinum Partner for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. This event is set to take place in Minnesota from June 20 to 26, 2026. UNRL is not just sponsoring the event; they are also creating and donating official apparel for all the officials, medical...
The RISE project aimed to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene in urban slums. In Makassar, Indonesia, and Suva, Fiji, they tried to involve the community in designing these improvements. They held workshops and visited homes to get everyone's input. Afterward, they surveyed people to see who took part and how happy they were with the process. In Makassar, most pe...
Health workers in Indonesia have a big job ahead of them. They are on the front lines of a battle against stunting, which is a serious health problem. Stunting affects children's growth and development. It is a big issue in Indonesia. Many kids are not growing as they should. This can lead to problems later in life. Health workers, often called cadres, play a key rol...
The weekend was packed with exciting soccer matches that kept fans on the edge of their seats. On May 21, Spirit Lake saw some intense action. NextHome 365 Realty faced off against Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant. Chet Small from Mi Pueblo scored twice, while NextHome 365 Realty struggled to find the back of the net. In another match, Encompass Electric dominated with a...
The issue of students skipping school is a big deal in Louisiana. Local groups are teaming up to tackle this problem. They are putting on a special event called "Rise Together to Tackle Truancy. " This event is all about getting people to talk about why kids are missing so much school. The event will happen on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. It will take place at the Mai...
Denver is buzzing with new food spots and some closures. The city's restaurant scene is always changing, and this week is no exception. There's a new place to get your breakfast burrito fix. Los Dos Potrillos, a local favorite, has opened its sixth location. It's in the old Hacienda Colorado spot on Colorado Boulevard. This is big news because many people thought it ...