Portage County Opens Nominations for Community Heroes
Portage County is looking for everyday heroes who make their community shine. Nominations are now open through May 30th to recognize people and projects that make the area a better place to live.
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Wisconsin Habitat Program Offers Free Home Repairs
Habitat for Humanity volunteers in Wisconsin are fixing homes for free through May 30, painting garages, building ramps, and clearing debris for families in need. The Brush with Kindness program has expanded from Portage to Baraboo this year, with 15 projects underway and more volunteers needed.
Portage Firefighter and Son Survive Crash, Tornado, Return Home
A Michigan firefighter and his 4-year-old son walked away from a devastating crash with a stolen car, only to have a tornado damage their home weeks later. Now both are nearly fully recovered, and Jacob Mahoney is heading back to the job he loves.
Wisconsin Habitat Volunteers Tackle Free Home Repairs
Habitat for Humanity volunteers are painting garages, building ramps, and clearing debris for free across Wisconsin's Baraboo and Portage areas through May 30. The "Brush with Kindness" program has already lined up 15 projects and is looking for more neighbors to help.
Portage Firefighter and Son Survive Devastating Crash
When a stolen car slammed into firefighter Jacob Mahoney's SUV, his four-year-old son was knocked unconscious. Now he's sharing their story of survival and recovery.
70 Volunteers Collect 210 Trash Bags at South Bend Cleanup
Seventy community members spent Saturday transforming a South Bend neighborhood, collecting 210 bags of trash along Portage Avenue. The third annual cleanup shows how community pride can spark real change in neglected spaces.
Wisconsin Volunteers Restore 117-Year-Old Steam Locomotive
After 28 years sitting silent, a historic steam engine is roaring back to life thanks to dedicated volunteers and $3 million in donations. The 1907 locomotive could be running again by winter at Wisconsin's Mid-Continent Railway Museum.
70 Volunteers Rally to Help 230 Families After Indiana Storm
When a devastating derecho left Northwest Indiana without power for days, 70 volunteers mobilized in 48 hours to deliver tarps, hot meals, and essentials to 230 storm-battered families. Even volunteers without power themselves showed up to help their neighbors recover.
Constantine Girls Win School's First Wrestling District Title
A small-town Michigan high school just made history when their girls wrestling team claimed the school's first-ever district championship. Seven Falcons athletes are now heading to regionals after their groundbreaking victory.
Family Keeps 1951 Tractor Running at Wisconsin Engine Show
Judy Clark-Mente has volunteered at Wisconsin's Badger Steam and Gas Engine Show since 1997, alongside three generations of her family. Her grandkids now drive the same 1951 tractor her parents bought as newlyweds.
Ohio Adds 64 EV Charging Stations With $51M Investment
Ohio is installing 64 new electric vehicle charging stations across the state, including a Valley location in Hubbard. The $51 million federal investment, matched by $26 million in private funding, continues Ohio's leadership in making clean transportation accessible to everyone.
Wisconsin Seeks Volunteers to Save Endangered Butterfly
Wisconsin is calling for volunteers to help protect the Karner blue butterfly, an endangered species that now exists in just five states. The state is home to the largest remaining population and needs citizen scientists to track their recovery.
Northeast Ohio Lands 2,953 Jobs Across All 14 Counties
Despite economic uncertainty nationwide, Northeast Ohio scored a clean sweep in 2025 with job creation wins in every single county. Team NEO helped secure nearly 3,000 new jobs and $455 million in investments across the region.
Indiana Alliance Makes Recycling Fun With Game Show Format
A Northwest Indiana group turned confusing recycling rules into an entertaining game show, helping residents finally understand what actually belongs in their bins. The approach is already helping high schoolers lead recycling improvements in their cafeteria.
Stevens Point Volunteers Join Police for Cleanup Campaign
After a police chief challenged residents to help tackle homelessness issues firsthand, community volunteers answered the call. Now they're working alongside officers to address cleanup concerns while connecting people with resources.
Indiana Charter Network Boosts Graduation 20% With Mental Health Focus
A public charter school network in Indiana raised its graduation rate from 50% to 70% by making mental health support a core part of education. Option Schools now serves struggling students across three campuses and a statewide virtual program with a 15-to-1 staff ratio.