Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee is investing $28 million to revamp its behavioral health department. This two-year project aims to modernize and expand the facility, which currently serves around 60 patients. The hospital plans to keep the department running during construction. Funding for th
Riverside's Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is gearing up for its annual "Festival of Lights, " a beloved event that transforms downtown Riverside into a winter wonderland. This year, the festival kicks off the weekend before Thanksgiving, marking a shift from its previous start date. The celebration will f
Riverside Theatre has long been a hub for holiday cheer on the Treasure Coast. For many years, the Festival of Trees/Winterfest marked the start of the festive season. This event brought together families, artists, and community members to celebrate the holidays in style. The festival was a feast f
Valley Forge Military College is in serious trouble. Money problems and a shrinking student body have left it struggling to stay open. Now, the school's leaders are considering a risky plan to join President Trump's conservative college initiative. This initiative, called the Compact for Academic E
Valley Forge Military College is in a tough spot. They're facing money problems and big changes. Now, they're thinking about joining President Donald Trump's plan for colleges that support conservative values. This plan, called the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, offers federal
Sacramento is shaking things up with a fresh idea to spice up its neighborhoods. The city council just gave the green light to two new spots where you can enjoy a drink outdoors. This isn't just about sipping; it's about making the city more vibrant and inviting. So, what's the deal with these ente
Riverside forests are super important for keeping streams healthy. Yet, scientists are still figuring out how these forests help tiny tropical streams bounce back from damage. The focus was on 15 different areas in southeastern Brazil. These areas were grouped based on how old their forests are. The
River blindness, also known as onchocerciasis, is a major health concern in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has set a target to eliminate this neglected tropical disease (NTD) by 2030. More than 99% of people infected live in 31 countries across sub-Saharan Africa. The goal here is to ex
Rivers around the world face big problems like pollution and damming. These issues threaten the lives of both people and animals that depend on rivers. To fix these problems, we need to work together in special places called River Co-Learning Arenas (RCAs). RCAs are like classrooms where different p
River floods are happening more often and with more force. This means that the people in charge of rivers need to think about new ways to work with communities to plan how to deal with floods. Talking and sharing information between these groups can be tricky. If communities feel left out, mistrust
