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Give Blood. Save Lives. Florence Community Blood Drive October 8
The City of Florence is partnering with Hoxworth Blood Center to host a Community Blood Drive on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd. Community members are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and help make a difference for patients…

Long time Farm Bureau President honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 81st Annual Farm Bureau Banquet, long-time Farm Bureau President Richard Terry was honored as being the recipient of the Florida Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award. Terry...

Greenwich Native Plans “Backyard-Style Ultra Marathon” to Benefit Street Dog Hero
Florio Tiramani expects to cover 50 to 70 miles over 12 hours to benefit Street Dog Hero. Supporters pledge per mile, and every dollar goes toward getting more dogs off the streets and into homes.

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BRI E FLYFriends of the Library meet MondayNEWPORT – The monthly Newport Friends of the Library meeting is Monday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. at the Newport Library in the teen room. The Newport Friends of the L

Newport Bike Rodeo a success
Kids were treated to free bike helmets, bicycle maintenance checks, a skills course, safety tips and snacks and prizes during the 12th annual Newport Area Bike Rodeo, held Saturday, Sept. 12 in the pa

Happy birthday, Priest River Library
PRIEST RIVER – A century of books, learning, and community programs—Priest River Library turns 100 in 2026. From its humble beginnings in 1926 to its modern-day home, fully equipped with free Wi-Fi an

Quilts of Valor
Eight veterans received a Quilt of Valor from Welcome Home Veterans Quilts of Valor. Seated: Joseph Hirst, U.S. Air Force 1957– 1959, Rush Balison, U.S. Air Force 1960–1964, Patrick Byrnes, U.S. Army

Post From Community: Doing Sober October? Milwaukee built its own guide to alcohol-free drinks
Sober October starts Oct. 1, and Milwaukee has more great non-alcoholic drinks than most people realize.

A Familiar Voice, a Helping Hand: Delaware Hospice’s Care Goes Beyond the Bedside
A Familiar Voice, a Helping Hand: Delaware Hospice’s Care Goes Beyond the Bedside By John Riddle, Contributing Journalist, Delaware LIVE A favorite story read aloud. A quiet conversation. Someone willing to sit beside a patient and simply be present. At Delaware Hospice, those…

Carle Health Camp Healing Heart Helps Children, Teens, to Process Grief
THE FOLLOWING IS A CARLE HEALTH RELEASE Media invited to capture camp fun and life-changing moments with children, counselors MONTICELLO, Ill. ...
Witham Health Services Announces Community Opportunities for October
In October, Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes, as well as a sale in its retail shops and fundraisers led ... [FULL STORY] The post Witham Health Services Announces Community Opportunities for October first appeared on Clinton County…

Facing a labor shortage, SHA, developer host free construction workforce training for SHA residents
More than 150 people signed up for the training. Part of the challenge in hiring construction workers is the number of construction jobs happening in the region.