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Little Rock Volunteers Cook, Serve Families at Free Shelter
Acts of KindnessMay 13

Little Rock Volunteers Cook, Serve Families at Free Shelter

More than 250 volunteers will fan out across Little Rock to help 13 nonprofits, including a home that's housed cancer patients and NICU families free for 23 years. Serve the Rock Community Impact Day connects businesses with neighbors who need help most.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Little Rock Golf Wins Back-to-Back Conference Championships
SportsApr 30

Little Rock Golf Wins Back-to-Back Conference Championships

The Little Rock Trojans men's golf team dominated the Ohio Valley Conference Championship for the second straight year, winning both stroke play and match play in Indiana. Their 28-under stroke play performance set a record before they swept through the finals.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Little Rock Tattoo Artist Covers Gang Ink for Free
Acts of KindnessJul 9

Little Rock Tattoo Artist Covers Gang Ink for Free

A Little Rock tattoo artist who spent 18 years rebuilding his life after prison now helps men in recovery replace gang and drug-related tattoos with symbols of hope. James "Catfish" Brassfield turns painful reminders into new beginnings, one cover-up at a time.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Little Rock Hit-and-Run Victim Recovers in 7 Months
Community HeroesMay 6

Little Rock Hit-and-Run Victim Recovers in 7 Months

Seven months after a hit-and-run left him with a broken pelvis and fractured bones, Aiden Mchan is walking again and sharing how faith and family powered his recovery. His story proves that even the toughest injuries can't break determination.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Breast Cancer Survivor Creates Stride for a Cure in Arkansas
Acts of Kindness2h ago

Breast Cancer Survivor Creates Stride for a Cure in Arkansas

Dr. Kim Leverett turned her stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help others. Her annual Little Rock event now draws 1,200 participants focused on early detection and community support.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Sydney Team Earns First Trip to Little League World Series
SportsJun 8

Sydney Team Earns First Trip to Little League World Series

A youth baseball team from Sydney is heading to Pennsylvania in August after winning their first-ever spot at the Little League World Series. The Ryde Little League squad will represent Australia on the world stage after finishing their regional tournament with just one loss.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Singapore Brings Events Pros Into Classroom for Students
Community HeroesJun 29

Singapore Brings Events Pros Into Classroom for Students

Students at Singapore Institute of Technology now learn directly from events industry leaders who teach alongside professors. The program connects 32 professionals with future event planners through hands-on lessons and real-world projects.

Google News - Singapore Technology2 min read
Nigerian MC Hosts 111 Events in One Year
InnovationApr 19

Nigerian MC Hosts 111 Events in One Year

A Nigerian master of ceremonies handled 111 events in 2025, averaging more than two gigs per week in a booming industry. His success story shows how Nigeria's growing events sector is creating opportunities for talented entertainers.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Lancaster Volunteers Power 4 Big Community Events This Spring
Acts of KindnessApr 18

Lancaster Volunteers Power 4 Big Community Events This Spring

Lancaster County needs hundreds of volunteers this spring and summer to power four major community events, from a unity race to a massive back-to-school supply drive. Each event offers families and individuals a chance to strengthen their neighborhood while making real impact.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Scientists Link 9,000-Year-Old Kenya Rock Art to DNA
Global NewsApr 24

Scientists Link 9,000-Year-Old Kenya Rock Art to DNA

Researchers solved a mystery that has stumped archaeologists for decades by matching ancient paintings at a Kenyan rock shelter to specific communities using DNA evidence. The discovery reveals nearly 9,000 years of human history painted on a single rock wall.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Paul McCartney's Wings Exhibit Opens at Rock Hall
InnovationMay 15

Paul McCartney's Wings Exhibit Opens at Rock Hall

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's largest ever Paul McCartney collection celebrates his reinvention as a family man and bandleader after The Beatles. The exhibit showcases how Wings pioneered bringing domestic life into rock music during the 1970s.

Japan Today2 min read
Bayonne Wins First Little League State Title in 38 Years
Sports6d ago

Bayonne Wins First Little League State Title in 38 Years

After 38 years, a Hudson County team has claimed New Jersey's Little League championship, and Bayonne is making history for the first time ever. The 12-year-olds dominated with six home runs to win 9-3, earning their shot at the Little League World Series.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Jamie Little Covers 150th Westminster Dog Show at MSG
SportsFeb 4

Jamie Little Covers 150th Westminster Dog Show at MSG

FOX Sports reporter Jamie Little is bringing the joy of the 150th Westminster Dog Show to screens nationwide, celebrating a milestone that's been 148 years in the making. The emotion backstage is reaching new heights as families who've shown dogs for generations compete for this historic win.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Iowa Cancer Survivors Ring Victory Bell at Swan Lake Event
Health & WellnessJun 14

Iowa Cancer Survivors Ring Victory Bell at Swan Lake Event

After two years of drive-through celebrations, Carroll's cancer survivorship event transformed into a full-day gathering where 56 survivors got to ring a "Bell of Victory" some had never experienced. The celebration included symbolic rock-throwing, dinner, campfire stories, and a powerful message: replacing "I" in illness makes "we" in wellness.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
African Ticketing Platform Ends Event Queue Nightmares
InnovationJan 19

African Ticketing Platform Ends Event Queue Nightmares

A new ticketing system just proved it can scan 10,000 fans into a stadium in milliseconds, even without internet. Fewticket's offline technology is solving one of Africa's biggest event headaches.

Techpoint Africa2 min read
Rock Hall Welcomes Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan, Sade in 2026
Global NewsApr 14

Rock Hall Welcomes Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan, Sade in 2026

Nine legendary artists will join the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2026, celebrating decades of musical innovation across genres. From British rock icons to hip-hop pioneers, this year's class honors the diverse sounds that shaped modern music.

Google News - Entertainment2 min read
The Rock Gets Vintage Magazines of His Grandfather
Acts of KindnessJul 9

The Rock Gets Vintage Magazines of His Grandfather

A superfan surprised Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson with two rare wrestling magazines featuring his late grandfather, the inspiration behind his Moana character. The emotional gift was actually meant for Johnson's mother, who the fan had met months earlier at WrestleMania.

Upworthy2 min read
Charleston Cleanup Event Aims for 25B Pieces of Litter
Acts of KindnessJun 13

Charleston Cleanup Event Aims for 25B Pieces of Litter

Volunteers in Charleston are tackling litter this Saturday as part of a nationwide push to collect 25 billion pieces of trash by July 4. The two-hour event protects local waterways and wildlife while celebrating America's 250th birthday.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Rapid City Celebrates 40 Years of Punk Rock Community
Global NewsJul 10

Rapid City Celebrates 40 Years of Punk Rock Community

A South Dakota city's punk scene that started in basements and drew Green Day now celebrates four decades with a reunion that's more family gathering than concert. The weekend event includes a documentary premiere honoring the movement's founding members.

Google: reunion family2 min read
Idaho Hammock Event Aims to Break World Record in July
Acts of KindnessJul 13

Idaho Hammock Event Aims to Break World Record in July

Social media influencers are inviting hundreds of people to help break the world record for most people in hammocks at once. The July 18 event promises an unforgettable summer night under the stars.

Google News - World Record2 min read

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