My apprehension about becoming a volunteer at the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter in Harahan was initially driven by fear: the fear of seeing crying, homeless dogs confined to empty concrete kennels, ...

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Thanks to Robert Nordmeyer for reminding us what a president in service to the people can do, LBJ. (‘Remembering LBJ and the Great Society’ by Robert Nordmeyer, Arizona Daily Star, April 29, 2025).

Each year on the fourth Saturday in October, millions of Americans commit time, effort and expertise to make a difference in their communities throughout the nation. Make a Difference Day is the most ...

As an Oregon State University graduate student and engaged Corvallis resident, I encourage all eligible voters to make their voices heard at the ballot box on May 16. It is especially important to ...

As the Boy Scouts of America celebrates its 95th anniversary, we salute the countless volunteers in the Quad-Cities area who have donated their time and energy to share the ideals of Scouting with our ...

What difference can a service organization make to a community? Could several service organizations coming together make a bigger difference in the community? You bet they can! On Aug. 27-28 in ...

I like to read the comments in the opinion section so I can get my daily chuckle. When I read I think to myself that most of these folks must have a terrible life when they think that one party or the ...