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Failing forward: If you fall off the fitness wagon, just get back on

It’s been said that those who succeed are also those who have failed the most.Think about it. What does it take to create a successful...

California adds death penalty initiative to November ballot

For many Californians, the choice between President Obama and the Republican nominee may be the second most important decision they make on this...

Local Theatre Group Demonstrates its Commitment to the Community

The American Negro Playwright Theatre (ANPT) recently launched its Community Matters Most Outreach Initiative, geared toward building new audiences...

Who is that mysterious 'someone'

This - again - is a story from my experience working with rescues. Note, I do not actively work in a shelter, I do not volunteer with animals, I...

Sheriff's union announces support of part-time board of supervisors initiative

(San Bernardino) – The San Bernardino County Safety Employees Benefit Association (SEBA) announced today that it is supporting the San...

Presidential help for CPS

In October 2010 Chicago Public Schools (CPS) were funded to the tune of more than $3.9 million as a part of The National Campaign to Prevent Teen...

Starbucks works to get America back to work

Recently Starbucks introduced their Create Jobs for USA Initiative in partnership with the Opportunity Finance Network, a network of Community...

Missoula's schools adapt to the new millenium

The times they are a-changin', and Missoula public schools are keeping pace. The district has even gone so far as to create a wiki for teachers...

Opponents line up to kill mandatory sick leave proposal in Denver

Even thought only petitions calling for a vote on mandatory paid sick leaves for Denver workers has been submitted, opponents of the measure led by...