Posted by A group of volunteers in California are working feverishly to save some tiles. Better yet, they’re saving some joy. The tiles are Batchelder tiles. Ernest Batchelder designed art deco tiles more than 100 years ago, and they adorn many fireplaces and chimneys in Altadena. These historic pieces of art are the only thing some homeowners…Read more »
Posted by The unbelievable Dr. Z . . . that’s how he’s known in his Baltimore neighborhood. He’s been practicing medicine for more than forty years, and his patients love him. He’s a family doctor with a big heart. His motto: Can’t pay, that’s ok. He takes care of everyone with love and care and kindness. Recently…Read more »
Posted by March Madness is upon us! Is your bracket ready? Ama Sow is from Senegal and had a dream to play basketball in America. When a private school in Pennsylvania sponsored him and brought him here, he thought his dream came true. Unfortunately, things changed quickly for Ama, and his hopes were shattered until he met…Read more »
Posted by Hank Vogel is eleven years old, and he’s a huge fan of the Portland Trail Blazers. Hank is visually impaired, so watching a game is difficult for him. Until now! Thanks to Jerred Mace and his team of engineers, Hank can enjoy a basketball game in a whole new way. He can “see” the game…Read more »
Posted by There are some Little League baseball players making the news. Not for their play on the field but for their kindness on the playground. That was the scene at an Arizona park recently. Some boys from a local team were there for practice when a little girl approached them and started to play. Olivia has…Read more »
Posted by Zyaire and Char’Les Hawkins are baking up a storm and sharing delicious treats like their original Cheesecake Cone with their business, Little Sistas Treats. These young people are inspiring others in their diverse community with their positivity, entrepreneurship, and by following their own path. Their inspiring motto gained from their great-grandmother is “Anybody Can Do Anything.”…Read more »
Posted by Sometimes, the smallest gestures leave the biggest impact. One man recently experienced this firsthand when he sat down for breakfast, only to discover that a stranger had already covered his family’s $85 bill. His shock and gratitude serve as a reminder that acts of kindness—big or small—can brighten someone’s day in ways we may never…Read more »
Posted by New Zealand is taking a unique approach to protecting sacred lands. Taranaki Maunga, formerly known as Mount Egmont, has recently been granted legal personhood, meaning it has rights similar to a person. This legislation passed by New Zealand Parliament made between the government and local Māori tribes, ensures that Taranaki Maunga will be co-managed by…Read more »
Posted by Action! More accurately, action movie! Race Eberhardt is the star of a an action-comedy movie called Straight Undercover. Since they’re still looking for a distributor for the film, you’re not going to hear about it on the red carpet at the Oscars this weekend. So, why is it in the news? Because Race is the…Read more »
Posted by February is Black History Month. Captain Barrington Irving is part of that history. In fact, he’s living history and giving back. Captain Irving made history as the first Black pilot and youngest pilot to fly solo around the world. Now he’s inspiring students and giving back through STEM programs. These programs help bring science and…Read more »
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