Local dance studio holds fundraiser to perform at Disneyland and NYC
Glam Dance Studio says the event, which started at 10:00am, is to raise funds for their Gems Dancers to perform at Disneyland and New York City.
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Virginia man recycles used Dunkin’ Donuts coffee grounds to help environment
The coffee grounds from Dunkin’ Donuts were going straight into the trash until one man had the idea to recycle them. Now, they’re being used in people’s homes, gardens, and even as face wash, from Dunkin’ into dirt.
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Summer camp in California gives Jewish children of color a haven to be different together
One camper, from Oakland, California, has a white Jewish mother and a father who is Black and Muslim. Another was adopted in Uganda by a white Jewish woman; they now live in Montana.
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Longtime Ohio State athletic director announces his retirement next year
Longtime Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith announced he will retire next June. Smith has served in this role since 2005.
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Ticket sold in Florida wins the $1.58 billion Mega Millions pot
The winning ticket was sold at a Publix Supermarket in Neptune Beach. According to the lottery’s website, it is expected to be the largest in the lottery’s history.
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San Francisco’s Chinatown lanterns restored after storm damage
As of Tuesday night, they have a fresh new look, and with that, San Francisco’s Chinatown is officially brighter and more vibrant than ever.
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Queen Latifah, Chuck D and more rap legends on ‘Rapper’s Delight’ and their early hip-hop influences
While hip-hop celebrates 50 years of life, The Associated Press asked some of the genre’s most popular artists to recall their first memory of hearing rap and how the moment resonated with them.
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YUHSD libraries to host “Ocean of Possibilities” reading challenge
According to a press release, Cibola High School, Kofa High School, Gila Ridge High School, San Luis High School, and Yuma High School are participating in the challenge.
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David Beckham makes surprise visit to Texas BBQ restaurant
His surprise appearance at a Dallas restaurant was a dream come true for one faithful fan.
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City of San Luis wins Excellence in Financial Reporting Award
In a press release, the award was given by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Rpeort (ACFR) for the fiscal year, which ended on June 30, 2022.
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Wisconsin school holds sunflower fundraiser for Toys for Tots
For its fourth year running, Auburndale High School is back with acres of sunflowers for anyone to enjoy, all while supporting a chilly-season cause.
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School district in California rolls out electric school buses
Modesto City Schools is turning from yellow to green for the new school year, revamping the average school bus.
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SpaceX launches more Starlink satellites at California space station
The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base at 8:57pm Pacific. It was carrying 15 more of Spacex’s Starlink satellites and landed the returning rocket on a ship at sea.
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Biden will announce a historic Grand Canyon monument designation during his Arizona visit
President Joe Biden will use his visit to Arizona on Tuesday to formally announce a national monument designation for the greater Grand Canyon, making Native American tribes’ and environmentalists’ decades-long vision to preserve the land a reality.
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Bear at Tennessee zoo gets a bubble bath amid high temperatures
10-year-old Finn just loves his bubble bath experience. It’s a great way for the adorable 450 pounder to beat the heat while also entertaining the crowd lined up to see him take a dip.
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Tribute honoring Sinead O’Connor appears in County Wicklow ahead of funeral
The footage was published by the Dublin-based creative agency The Tenth Man, and shows a giant “Eire loves Sinead” sign near Bray. Eire is the Irish name for Ireland.
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AEA Federal Credit Union donates to Hospice of Yuma
According to a press release, the donation was raised through the Employee Jeans Giver Program during 2023’s second quarter.
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SpaceX launch another batch of Starlink satellites
The next launch is scheduled for this Thursday, where yet another Falcon 9 rocket will fly from Launch Complex 40 with more Starlink satellites.
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San Diego Botanic Garden plants special ginkgo tree
The tree is a descendant of one of under 200 trees still alive in the Hiroshima area after the atomic bombing that occurred on August 6, 1945.
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Yuma woman turns 101-years-old this weekend
Mariana Neblina celebrated her 101st birthday this weekend. The celebration took place at Cocopah RV & Golf Resort.
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