COMMUNITY

Mar 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Austin Music Grants Shake Up the Scene

The city of Austin is rolling out a fresh round of music funding that will reach 399 artists, promoters and venues. A total of $7. 1 million is being distributed this spring after the launch of a new Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment office. The decision sparked heated debate among musici

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Mar 26 2026HEALTH

Tie‑Dye Healing for Survivors

The community in Saginaw Township is opening a creative door for people who have faced sexual violence. In April, the local Child and Family Services office will run a tie‑dying workshop that lets participants explore color and texture as tools for healing. The event, called “Letting Go of Con

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Mar 25 2026CRIME

Bullet In Mosque: Police Say It Was Accidental Shot

The Hillsboro police announced that they have no proof the Islamic Community Center was aimed at during a shooting that left a bullet stuck in its wall on Saturday morning. The incident happened right after Eid al‑Fitr, a time when many families visit the center for community events. The bullet ent

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Mar 25 2026CRYPTO

LBank Teams Up With Ponke to Spark a 10‑Million‑Exposure Crypto Campaign

LBank, a major crypto exchange, joined forces with the Web3 brand Ponke to launch a four‑phase event that has already drawn 10 million views and more than 200, 000 participants. The partnership blends Ponke’s playful “degen monkey” imagery with LBank’s trading platform, turning ordinary incentive

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Mar 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Gainesville’s Hot Arts & Music Lineup

The city is buzzing with shows and events that mix music, theater, and art. First up, a new musical set to the famous tunes of Jimmy Buffett is running at the local community playhouse until April 12. It promises laughs and heart, but there’s no show on Easter. Next, a family‑friendly musical based

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Mar 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Local stars who caught the heart of Bergen County

Folks around Bergen County seem to have a soft spot for people who made it big but still feel like neighbors. Many grew up here or spent time in the area before fame knocked. Their careers cover music, comedy, acting, and more—but what ties them together is how they stayed relatable even after reach

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Mar 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Heartbreak in Minnesota: A Family Lost to Fire

A house on Richard Avenue caught fire early Saturday, and the blaze claimed the lives of a reporter named Jessi Pierce and her three young children. The fire alarm sounded at about 5:25 a. m. , when neighbors saw flames through the roof and feared someone was inside. Firefighters rushed to the scene

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Mar 23 2026CRIME

Fire Hits Jewish Ambulance Service in London

A blaze broke out early Monday morning outside a synagogue in Golders Green, London. Four ambulances that belong to the local Jewish community were set on fire by an unknown arsonist. The incident is being treated as a hate crime linked to antisemitism, according to police. Firefighters arrived at

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Mar 23 2026OPINION

Finding Joy by Listening to Others

The question is simple: are you happy? When people pause from daily worries and look inward, many say no. A recent survey of American readers revealed a mix of dissatisfaction and a few hopeful voices, but overall the mood skews toward unhappiness. The United States ranks 23rd in a global happine

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Mar 23 2026LIFESTYLE

Tasting Hope: A Night of Food, Fun and Fundraising

Help Now, the local group that supports people affected by domestic violence, hosted its yearly “Tapas With a Purpose” event this Saturday at Osceola Heritage Park. The evening was built around small plates from neighborhood chefs, giving guests a chance to try many flavors in one night. In ad

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