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Two students from St. Maarten earned spots on their island's first robotics team heading to a regional competition. Science Week 2026 brought together 61 students from six schools to celebrate innovation and hands-on learning across the island.
A South Carolina island community stopped a national chain from taking over their last major undeveloped land. Now they're planning something that honors their unique Gullah Geechee heritage instead.
St. John's basketball is heading to consecutive Big East Tournament championship games for the first time in 26 years after defeating Seton Hall 78-68. The Red Storm now have a chance to make history by becoming the first St. John's team to win the tournament in back-to-back years.
The world's oldest known tortoise didn't die after all. Jonathan, the 193-year-old giant tortoise living on St. Helena island, is alive and well after a social media hoax fooled major news outlets.
Nearly a year after a devastating tornado struck St. Louis, hundreds of volunteers are stepping up for a special Weekend of Service to help rebuild homes and restore hope. The Urban League is organizing three days of recovery efforts, marking a powerful moment of community resilience.
The St. Louis Mosaic Project is helping employers discover work-ready international talent already living in the region. Their second annual International Hiring Challenge makes it easy for companies to hire international students and professionals for paid roles.
Community volunteers are breathing new life into a St. Louis library damaged by a May 16 tornado. Their efforts show how neighbors come together when disaster strikes.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's new CEO says a "once-in-a-lifetime" breakthrough moment is happening right now in childhood cancer treatment. Survival rates have soared from 20% to over 80% since 1962, and the goal of making all childhood cancers easily treatable is closer than ever.
Dylan Darling hadn't scored all game, but with 3.9 seconds left, he asked his coach to run a play for him and made the winning layup. His confidence sent St. John's to their first Sweet 16 in 27 years.
When a dog fell through frozen ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters jumped into action with their Marine Rescue Team. The pup is safe, warm, and expected to make a full recovery.
St Johnstone secured the Scottish Championship title with a decisive 2-0 victory at Dunfermline Athletic, clinching promotion with two matches still to play. The Perth-based club's triumph marks their return to Scotland's top flight after just one season away.
St. Cloud firefighters have rescued six people from three separate house fires in just three weeks, with their latest daring save pulling two people from a burning home early Friday morning. The remarkable string of successful rescues highlights the skill and bravery of first responders who repeatedly ran into danger to bring people home safely.
The Delmar Loop hosted a vibrant Juneteenth celebration combining a 5K race for reconciliation with live music, cultural performances, and community vendors. From sunrise runners to evening brass bands, thousands gathered in one of St. Louis' most beloved districts to honor freedom through movement and connection.
St. John's Red Storm claimed their 11th BIG EAST Baseball Championship with a 5-3 victory over Creighton, setting a conference record. The Red Storm rallied from behind to secure their second title in three seasons at Ohio's Prasco Park.
After years of uncertainty and multiple relocations, Helena's Our Place Drop-in and Recovery Center is finally settling into what organizers hope will be its forever home. The daytime shelter for people experiencing homelessness is moving into Good Samaritan Ministries Thrift Store with a $162,000 renovation plan.
When a dog fell through ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters didn't hesitate to mount a daring water rescue. The pup is now safe and expected to make a full recovery.
Volunteers from the Rotary Club of St. Croix Mid-Isle joined forces with community partners Saturday to clean up Little Bay Beach, removing debris and restoring one of the island's natural treasures. The hands-on project shows how local action creates lasting environmental change.
When a dog fell through ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters didn't hesitate to deploy their Marine Rescue Team. The pup is now safe, warm, and expected to make a full recovery.
A walk-in recovery center serving people experiencing homelessness in Helena, Montana, is finally getting a permanent home after years of uncertainty. Thanks to a $134,600 city grant, Our Place will move into Good Samaritan's building where clients can access daily essentials and community support all under one roof.
When a dog fell through ice in St. Louis during single-digit temperatures, firefighters didn't hesitate to jump into action. Thanks to their quick response and specialized marine rescue team, the pup is now safe and expected to make a full recovery.
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