By Jerrie Whiteley Herald Democrat Volunteer week took center stage in the Grayson County Commissioner’s Court Tuesday morning. Commissioners declared April 21-27 as National Volunteer… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
It’s National Small Business Week
BALTIMORE -- Dig into your pocket and shop local because it's National Small Business Week.About half the country is employed by small businesses, according to Small Business for America's Future.About 99.5 percent of Maryland's economy is a small business economy. That's more than 640,000 small businesses across the state.Senior Advisor Rhett Buttle with Small Business for America's Future says the number one challenge new entrepreneurs face is access to capital. Whether that's loans or grants,...
Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is celebrating National Pet ID Week April 17 through April 23 by unveiling a new ID tag machine donated by Friends of Dallas Animal Services. Every pet adopted or fostered from DAS will go home with a complimentary custom ID tag. During National Pet ID Week, DAS is encouraging pet owners to ensure their pet is wearing a collar with ID tags at all times. DAS also offers microchips, a permanent
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) -- Earlier today, county leaders held the State of the County Address for Montgomery County, detailing progress and plans for the year ahead. Three main categories were discussed in Wednesday's meeting including infrastructure modernization, a ready workforce and healthy citizens. Major goals were set including improvement of water quality, accessibility and affordability []
WHEELING, W. Va. (WTRF) - A main point of contention for the May 14th Primary Election has been the Ohio County Schools and Library renewal levies on the ballot, but the Ohio County Education Association is helping to educate and ease the concerns of voters. They held a town hall to stress the fact that []
Pennsylvania's primary election is Tuesday. While both parties' nominees
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In Luzerne County, dozens gathered to observe the beginning of Passover with the Seder Dinner, a Jewish ritual celebrated during the first two nights of Passover. On Monday, the JCC in Kingston held the dinner along with the annual reading of the biblical story of the exodus, when the Israelites []
The new digital library will also offer English-language material.
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement is focused on maternal health and is raising awareness during National Black Maternal Health Week.
The 64th annual Area Art Show is open through June 28.