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Linden Public Schools became one of the nation's few Apple Distinguished Districts after all 11 schools earned individual recognition. Students showcased their skills by producing a professional multi-site livestream that brought educators from across New Jersey to witness the future of learning.
Four everyday heroes just received $50,000 each from the Tampa Bay Lightning to support local nonprofits making a difference. Since 2011, the program has now granted over $35 million to 721 organizations across the Tampa Bay area.
Five everyday heroes just received $300,000 in grants to support causes transforming Tampa Bay. The Lightning Foundation honored them in February, bringing its 15-year giving total to $35.57 million.
The Tampa Bay Lightning is now accepting nominations for everyday heroes making their community better. One nonprofit will win $50,000 to continue their life-changing work.
Four elementary schools in the Green Bay area just earned state recognition for helping students thrive despite economic challenges. Wisconsin named 95 schools statewide that are proving every child can succeed with the right support.
A tiny dog that disappeared over the Fourth of July was pulled from San Francisco Bay after a resident spotted it swimming far from shore. Firefighters used a drone to locate the exhausted pup and reunited it with its grateful owners.
A tiny dog named Prieta was rescued from San Francisco Bay after swimming for miles, thanks to firefighters who used a drone to locate her exact position. The emotional reunion came three weeks after she went missing on the Fourth of July.
A beloved New Zealand viewing platform that sat 286 meters above sea level has returned better than ever. The newly rebuilt Minden Lookout now offers accessible pathways and sweeping vistas across the Western Bay of Plenty.
A coastal district in India just became the country's first to combine thrilling water sports with official safety oversight. Tourists can now enjoy paramotor flights and jet ski rides knowing a dedicated committee monitors their wellbeing.
Meridian Public School District earned Mississippi's prestigious District of Innovation designation, unlocking new pathways for its 4,500 students. The honor recognizes the district's bold vision to prepare every graduate for real-world success.
The Tampa Bay Lightning honored eight community champions with $50,000 grants each this spring, bringing their total community giving to over $36 million since 2011. Among the heroes: a wrongfully convicted man now helping others, a Paralympic gold medalist, and an NFL star giving back.
The Philippines is teaming up with The Ocean Cleanup to restore Manila Bay's polluted waters. The five-year partnership brings cutting-edge technology and proven methods to one of Southeast Asia's most iconic waterways.
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After years of mysterious decline, juvenile blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay surged by 121% this winter, reaching their highest numbers since 2019. Scientists are cautiously optimistic while continuing to investigate what's been affecting these young crustaceans.
A Florida high school soccer team just claimed their district championship in a thrilling victory. Lakeland Christian's boys soccer squad held strong to secure the win and advance to the next round of playoffs.
Five Tampa Bay organizations are calling for volunteers, donations, and support this July and August. From helping families battling pediatric cancer to giving shelter pets a better day, there's a way for everyone to make a difference.
In 1986, San Francisco's quirky Bay to Breakers race set a world record when 110,000 runners took to the streets in costumes, breaking barriers between athletic achievement and pure joy. Four decades later, the event still celebrates what makes San Francisco wonderfully weird.
Eight Tampa Bay community champions each received $50,000 to give to their favorite local charities, thanks to the Lightning's Community Hero program. Since 2011, the initiative has now donated nearly $36 million to 730 nonprofits across the region.
A Ugandan health center sat empty for nearly two decades after opening, but new district leadership is pledging to bring medical care back to families who've waited 24 years. Residents kept the building alive by selling tomatoes there while hoping for healthcare's return.
A team of teenage baseball players from Wellsville, New York just capped off their summer with a multi-district championship victory. The Senior League All-Stars rallied from behind to defeat Hornell 10-3 and claim the title between District 2 and District 6.
The drone delivery service that started at Google's campus is finally bringing 30-minute deliveries to Bay Area homes. Wing now serves residents across Silicon Valley with groceries, meals, and packages delivered straight from the sky.
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