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When baby opossums fell from their mother's pouch during a rescue, a Sioux Falls tattoo parlor stepped up. Thanks to their quick thinking and a dedicated wildlife rescuer, the tiny marsupials are now thriving.
Sioux Falls firefighters can now dive into water emergencies within 10 minutes, thanks to a new program putting 12 trained rescue divers on call around the clock. The city-funded initiative responds to growing development around local lakes and waterways.
The Sioux Falls Stampede claimed their fourth Clark Cup title with a dramatic double-overtime victory, ending a seven-year championship drought. The team won four elimination games during their playoff run, celebrating with thousands of devoted fans.
A mental health program in five Sioux Falls schools has helped more than 125 students since late 2025, with participating students showing a 14% boost in attendance. Licensed therapists now work on-site, making it easier for kids to get help without missing class.
A pilot program placing licensed therapists directly inside five Sioux Falls schools is reaching 125 students weekly and showing remarkable early results, including a 51% decrease in students expressing thoughts of self-harm. In just one year, the approach is proving that meeting kids where they are can transform mental health care access.
Two Sioux Falls brothers just earned a major honor for building more than water tanks. Gene Jones Jr. and Scott Jones are South Dakota's 2026 Small Business Champions for their work serving communities across 30 states.
A scholarship remembering three business leaders killed in a 1993 plane crash has helped 95 students pursue their dreams while strengthening the local economy. Applications are open now through March 15 for students studying business in South Dakota.
A nonprofit that gives abused and neglected children a voice in court can only serve half the kids who need help. Now they're opening their doors to train anyone willing to spend 30 hours learning how to change a child's life.
Reagan Kolberg turned down medicine to connect generous donors with local nonprofits that need them most. At just 25, she's helping shape the future of South Dakota's fastest-growing city.
A new balance assistant robot is helping elderly people in Singapore exercise without fear of falling, giving them back the confidence to stay active and independent. The breakthrough device has already completed successful community trials at senior centers.
More than $50,000 in scholarships awaits Fall River students this year, continuing a three-decade tradition of investing in local education. Since 1995, the Foundation has awarded nearly $1 million to help students pursue their dreams.
The Idaho Falls Mayors' Scholarship Fund celebrated 48 local students with $58,000 in college funding. The annual awards help graduating seniors pursue higher education dreams.
A breakthrough study of 1.1 million nursing home residents reveals that adequate staffing levels can slash dangerous falls by nearly 40%. The research shows that meeting recommended nurse hours creates a safety net that protects our most vulnerable seniors.
After losing classmates to suicide, two Niagara Falls teens are connecting environmental health data to mental wellness and demanding better air quality monitoring. Their advocacy is bringing attention to how cleaner air could help their community heal.
After two frightening falls left her shaken, Betty Teo let her bodybuilder son transform her into what he calls an "athletic weapon." Now she's doing pull-ups at the park and deadlifting 145 pounds.
A fourth-generation family business is opening a new metal fabrication facility in Niagara Falls, creating 17 skilled manufacturing jobs and investing $1.3 million in Western New York. Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping's expansion shows how companies are finding opportunity while navigating trade challenges.
A new study reveals a simple 10-minute workout done lying down can improve balance, agility, and flexibility—key factors in preventing falls as we age. The best part? No equipment needed, and anyone can do it at home.
When smoke filled a Fall River apartment building, firefighters didn't just save the structure—they rescued a beloved family cat too. The crew knocked down the blaze in 20 minutes with zero injuries reported.
A major snowstorm headed for Massachusetts has sparked a beautiful response: Fall River is recruiting volunteers to shovel out elderly, disabled, and veteran residents. With up to a foot of snow expected, the city is building a team to keep vulnerable neighbors safe.
When flames erupted between floors at a Fall River apartment building, firefighters didn't just save the structure. They also rescued a beloved family cat trapped inside.
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