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Preserving Gullah Geechee Culture Through Music and Tradition Minnie “Gracie” Gadson, 78, claps her hands and stomps her feet against the floorboards, singing a spiritual that has been passed down through generations. Her voice echoes in the Coffin Point Praise House on St. Helena Island, South Carolina—a place once used by enslaved people for worship […]

On Monday, the Elm Tree Inn in Dorset reopened its doors for the first time since 2023. The pub was one of many victims of the coronavirus pandemic and rising costs, with the community saying they were left ‘devastated’ after its former owners were forced to close it down. So what led to its reopening? […]

Life Inside ‘The Hollow Mountain’: Celebrating 60 Years of Cruachan Power Station Nestled in Argyll and Bute, in the shadow of Ben Cruachan, lies a remarkable feat of engineering: Cruachan Power Station. For six decades, this hydroelectric plant, burrowed deep within the heart of ‘The Hollow Mountain’, has been a vital source of power for […]

Here’s a comprehensive guide to events and activities happening in and around Olympia, Washington. Weekend Extravaganza: Fireworks Over Capitol Lake Mark your calendars for a dazzling display of pyrotechnics! The annual Capital Lakefair concludes with a spectacular fireworks show over Capitol Lake. The grand finale is scheduled for 10 p.m. Sunday, and the fireworks will […]

Kerr County Flood Tragedy: Missed Opportunities and a Community in Mourning The recent devastating floods in Kerr County, Texas, which tragically claimed the lives of numerous individuals, including young campers, have brought to light a series of missed opportunities to implement a flood warning system that could have potentially averted the disaster. For nearly a […]

A Summer of Sweet Hope: Dulce Esperanza Camp Provides Sanctuary for Children of Farmworkers In the heart of Orange County, nestled amongst the fertile lands of the Black Dirt region, a unique summer camp offers a haven for children whose parents work tirelessly in the fields. Dulce Esperanza, meaning “sweet hope” in Spanish, is more […]

Sarasota County celebrates its exceptional high school graduates, recognizing students who have distinguished themselves through academic excellence and community involvement. This feature highlights those from schools with two or three students ranking in the top 5% of their graduating class. These individuals have not only maintained outstanding GPAs, often 4.0 or higher, but have also […]

Christian Bale, the acclaimed British actor known for his role as “Batman,” has turned his attention and resources to a cause close to his heart: keeping sibling groups together within the foster care system. Inspired by his own concerns about the well-being of his children should he and his wife be unable to care for […]

Grays Harbor County Commissioners Embark on Strategic Planning Initiative Grays Harbor County has undertaken a comprehensive strategic planning initiative aimed at fostering better communication, problem-solving, and a unified vision for the future. Spearheaded by consultant Thomas O’Connor, the effort involved a series of retreats spanning from March 31st to July 9th. These sessions brought together […]