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Washington's community colleges bounced back strong from pandemic losses with a 7.5% enrollment jump in one year, while state universities remain flat. Students are choosing affordable pathways that lead to careers faster.
A local Specsavers store in Washington turned generosity into action this Easter, gathering sweet treats for families facing hardship. Staff and customers came together to support neighbors through the Washington Community Food Project.
A nonprofit in Washington's Highline area is opening its doors to volunteers who want to bring more art into their community. Burien Arts Association needs helpers with all kinds of talents to expand its programs across five local cities.
A Washington city just made electric vehicles accessible to everyone through a groundbreaking car-share program funded by a $630,000 clean energy grant. Three EVs—a sedan, truck, and accessible van—will be available to anyone who joins the community-owned co-op.
A minor league hockey team in Wenatchee, Washington, has raised $60,000 through annual fundraising games to support cancer education programs. Their "Hockey Fights Cancer" night brings the community together while funding vital resources for survivors.
Travel icon Rick Steves is publicly praising Washington's new millionaires tax that will cost him over $100,000 annually. His heartfelt message about fairness and community is changing how people think about wealth and responsibility.
Over 300 people gathered at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds for their 32nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, proving that a commitment to unity can span generations. High school students, faith leaders, and elected officials came together to honor Dr. King's legacy of nonviolent progress.
A medical spa in University Place, Washington is inviting the community to share random acts of kindness for a chance to win $500 in spa services. The initiative comes after one co-owner's life was changed by a stranger's kindness in 2019.
A Washington community's 20 years of giving just opened a new breast clinic designed to feel less like a hospital and more like a place of hope. The standalone facility brings advanced surgical care right to Puyallup's doorstep.
A First Nations community in Western Australia is asking the country's four biggest banks to pool resources for something that's never been done before: a community-led banking hub serving 2,000 remote residents. The modest proposal could become a blueprint for Indigenous communities across Australia struggling with banking access. #
When his niece couldn't make friends in a new town, a Washington cafe owner created speed-friending nights where strangers swap stories over coffee. The events tackle America's growing friendship crisis, where up to 20% of adults now say they have no close friends.
A new platform called Acorn lets organizations and creators build their own online communities without relying on big tech companies. It arrives just as X shuts down its Communities feature, leaving users searching for better alternatives.
A retired FBI special agent received a Community Hero Award for his work helping Connecticut synagogues and Jewish organizations stay safe amid rising antisemitism. Michael Shanbrom now dedicates his expertise to training communities on security and awareness.
Twenty-eight Hispanic high school seniors and four community champions received awards for academic excellence and service in Tulsa. The Tomás Rivera Education Awards celebrated students who balanced stellar grades with deep community involvement.
A beloved football tournament bringing together youth from Ghana's Zongo communities kicks off its 11th year, with consistent support helping it grow into an annual tradition. Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia continues backing the event that's united nearly 40 communities since 2015.
After two young professionals tragically drowned during a weekend getaway in New South Wales, their communities rallied to raise over $155,000 in days to support grieving families. The outpouring reflects the power of community support during unimaginable loss.
In Denton County, Texas, an army of volunteers donated more than 80,000 hours last year to beautify neighborhoods, feed the hungry, and strengthen their community. Their work proves that everyday heroes are the backbone of thriving communities across America.
Cancer Community Clubhouse in Reno is hosting a free ice cream social on June 7 to honor cancer survivors and bring the community together. The celebration invites everyone to join in recognizing the strength and resilience of those who've faced cancer.
A new $7.5 million solar farm just broke ground in Connell, Washington, bringing clean summer energy to thousands of homes while sheep graze beneath the panels. It's the first utility-scale solar project for Franklin County, proving rural communities can embrace renewable energy without sacrificing farmland.
Washington just secured funding for 754 new public electric vehicle chargers, with most headed to underserved rural communities and tribal nations. Drivers using these chargers could save over $1,000 annually on fuel costs.
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