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More than 375 volunteers spent a week fixing homes for Cedar Rapids residents who couldn't afford repairs or were physically unable to do the work themselves. The free program has grown from just a few projects 11 years ago to its largest event yet.
A beloved Cedar Rapids landmark sat empty for years after pandemic closures. Now the Higley Mansion is giving back to its community as a residential addiction treatment center.
Rapid City is calling for volunteers to help bring its massive America 250 birthday celebration to life this July. The five-day event will feature drone shows, fireworks at Mount Rushmore, parades, and family activities across the Black Hills.
Rapid City's America250 Birthday Bash is calling for volunteers to help make five days of patriotic celebration a success. Two-hour shifts let people serve their community while still enjoying the festivities.
More than 200 volunteers show up every single day at Kids' Food Basket in Grand Rapids to pack healthy meals for children across West Michigan. What started as community service has become a second family for many who give their time.
A new botanical garden celebrating Lebanese heritage opened its doors with a ceremony focused on cultural unity and natural beauty. The Cedars of Lebanon Botanical Garden launched February 28 as a living tribute to Middle Eastern biodiversity and community connection.
A rare wetland once declared beyond saving now thrives with 125 native species, thanks to 15 years of volunteer restoration work. Community members brave cold mornings to remove invasive plants and bring damaged habitats back to life.
A Mother's Day card with a hand-drawn margarita changed Camille Palmer's life forever. Fourteen years later, she's breaking world records in powerlifting and inspiring others to find strength through their darkest moments.
Two Michigan friends just broke a Guinness World Record by playing pickleball for 28 hours straight, raising money for organ donation in memory of a lost daughter. They played 141 games and pushed the record four hours past the previous mark.
Dozens of volunteers are descending on a South Dakota camp to prepare it for thousands of summer visitors. Their week of hard work ensures youth groups, families, and retreats can enjoy nature and community all season long.
A new study shows that quick RSV tests are helping doctors prescribe fewer unnecessary antibiotics to kids. This simple testing breakthrough is tackling both antibiotic resistance and better pediatric care in one go.
A breakthrough study reveals a drug combination that quickly and sustainably relieves suicidal thoughts, offering hope to millions who can't wait weeks for traditional treatments to work. This could transform how psychiatrists help people in their darkest moments.
Cuba is accelerating one of the world's fastest transitions to solar energy, building dozens of new solar parks across the island. With help from Chinese technology, the island nation is transforming its energy landscape through surging imports of solar panels and batteries.
Britain's solar power just reached 22 gigawatts, growing faster than any time since government subsidies ended a decade ago. Large solar farms are leading the comeback, with rooftop installations also breaking records.
Haryana just greenlit a modern rapid transit system that will slash travel times and connect millions across Delhi, Panipat, and Karnal. The $4 billion project promises cleaner air, less traffic, and better access to jobs and healthcare for communities across the region.
Five middle schoolers from Cedar Hill Prep just proved that young minds can compete with the best, advancing to the top four out of 16 teams at New Jersey's Regional Science Bowl. Their journey through seven intense rounds of competition shows how far dedication and curiosity can take you. #
Virginia Tech researchers discovered an atmospheric "switch" that triggers flash droughts in Puerto Rico within days, not months. This breakthrough could help tropical communities prepare for rapid water crises before they hit.
Federal regulators just launched a new pathway to get innovative medical devices covered by Medicare faster, potentially cutting years off the wait time for breakthrough treatments. The RAPID program aims to sync up safety reviews with coverage decisions so patients can access new technology sooner.
The BC Court of Appeal officially recognized the Nuchatlaht Nation's title to 210 square kilometers of their ancestral territory on Nootka Island, marking a historic legal victory after years of fighting for their rights. Ancient cedar trees, shaped by generations of Nuchatlaht stewardship, provided key evidence that helped win their case.
After tragedy struck during immigration enforcement, Minneapolis activists are transforming grief into action. Drawing on lessons from 2020, the city is building networks to protect neighbors and respond rapidly to crises.
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