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Communities list upcoming October events
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Community calendars highlight a range of upcoming events, from Halloween activities, fall festivals, markets and family programs in U.S. communities to performances, concerts and cultural events in Cape Town. Carthage-area organizers also point residents to several events planned for October.
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Community Festivals Planned, Held Across Four Cities
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Communities in Penfield, Atlanta and Gainesville are hosting public outdoor music and neighborhood events featuring local performers and activities. The events also support charitable or community-focused organizations, including the Mac Miller Fund and Veterans Outreach Center, the Atlanta Music Project and Community Spring.
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Film initiatives spotlight emerging filmmakers, build community
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Film communities are creating opportunities for emerging artists through a Kansas City festival showcasing local and international work, a new fellowship supporting U.S. Muslim storytellers, and an Amarillo collective that trains filmmakers through productions. At UMass, a student club is building community through group screenings and discussions, underscoring cinema’s role as both a creative platform and a shared experience.
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Communities Weigh Data Center Projects and Impacts
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Data center expansion is drawing concern in rural communities over farmland loss, water and power demands, noise and residents’ role in local approvals. Supporters say the facilities provide critical infrastructure for agriculture and the wider economy, while officials and developers point to power infrastructure and are considering ways to address community concerns.
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Trump Says He’s ‘Thinking About’ Suspending The Gas Tax Weeks After His Own Party Blocked A Vote On It
Simon August · 3 min · 11h
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Pumpkin Events Benefit Charities Across Communities
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Communities are hosting seasonal pumpkin and Halloween events—including costume runs, family 5Ks, and pumpkin displays—to raise funds for local causes. Beneficiaries include animal shelters and adoption groups, a volunteer fire department, autism awareness, and Girls on the Run.
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Kalamazoo Broadcaster Lori Moore Dies at 67
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Kalamazoo broadcaster, performer and community organizer Lori Moore has died of cancer at 67. A longtime WKMI and WKZO host who later presented a WWMT community affairs show, she was also celebrated for mentoring young broadcasters, raising money for local causes and helping create the city’s Do-Dah Parade.
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Diwali Events Planned, Held Across Four Countries
Lifestyle
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Diwali celebrations range from Heritance Hotels’ festive dining and traditional activities across Sri Lanka to free community events in Charleston, Milton and Brisbane featuring cultural performances, food, workshops and family activities. Several events emphasize welcoming the broader community and involving young people in preserving and sharing cultural traditions.
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Louisiana Map Reduces Scotlandville Black Voting-Age Share
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A Supreme Court ruling prompted Louisiana to redraw the district that includes Scotlandville, a predominantly Black Baton Rouge community, reducing its Black voting-age population from 53% to 25% and placing it in a majority-white district. Rep. Cleo Fields says he will not seek reelection, leaving residents concerned about losing a representative with deep ties to the community and its needs.
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The Story of the First Heart Transplant Patient
Louis Washkansky receives new heart and hope
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Cities announce local waste collection changes
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Communities are announcing changes to local waste services: Pittsville’s bulk pickup is set for Nov. 19, while a city food-scrap program is moving to biweekly collection to expand access, cut emissions and save money. Cheyenne and Bemidji are shifting some trash pickups by a day for the Oct. 12 holiday.
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Roadwork Projects Planned Across Five Communities
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Roadwork is beginning or planned across several communities: New Canaan’s Route 106 repaving is expected to take four to six weeks, while Summerland’s US 101 drainage work will bring overnight lane closures through mid-December. A safety upgrade will close Amarillo’s Hughes-Adams bridge until work is expected to finish in summer 2027; White Plains also has October road maintenance scheduled, and Madison County is resurfacing about 3.5 miles of Wall Triana Highway.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Orchestras Plan Halloween Concerts Across Communities
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Orchestras in San Jose, Victoria, Tuscarawas County and a community identified as BHS are planning family-friendly Halloween concerts featuring seasonal music, costumes and activities. The Tuscarawas Philharmonic’s Oct. 24 program pairs trick-or-treating with spooky classical works and a children’s musical mystery, while the other events offer mixes of popular and classical selections, costume contests or other family attractions.
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AWS Pledges $1 Billion for Data Center Communities
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AWS pledged $1 billion over five years to data-center host communities and vowed not to raise local power bills, days after Trump told tech leaders to make those towns happy.
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AWS's pledge of a billion dollars over five years looks like a solid step to offset the strain on towns hosting their facilities.
New Jersey Lottery Launches Bon Jovi Scratch-Offs
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Jon Bon Jovi and New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill launched the $5 “Jersey Legend” scratch-off tickets at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank. Bon Jovi said he will donate his fee to the JBJ Soul Foundation to help fund a new community kitchen in Monmouth County.
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Golden Arches Used AI To Nickel-And-Dime Customers ‘Down To The Last French Fry,’ Suing Attorney Claims
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 12h
Disability Inclusion Efforts Span Communities, Technology
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Efforts to improve life for people with disabilities range from Lebanon’s planned community listening session to programs in Israel and Edmonton focused on social connection, skills and belonging. Other initiatives argue accessibility must include flexible participation beyond fixed schedules and use tools such as a browser extension to address digital barriers.
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The Big Five
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The personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.
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Monticello Farmer LaVerne Rosenstiel Dies at 85
Politics
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LaVerne G. Rosenstiel, 85, of Monticello, Wisconsin, died peacefully on October 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. A lifelong farmer, he was remembered for his devotion to his wife, children and grandchildren, as well as his community involvement and love of collecting Oliver tractors and toys.
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Artisan Markets Bring Makers to Communities
Lifestyle
— Sep 29, 2026
Community craft fairs in several towns are bringing together local artisans and shoppers for handmade goods ranging from jewelry and artwork to baked treats and gifts, often alongside food, music and family activities. Organizers and vendors also emphasize the events’ community benefits, including supporting local businesses and ministries.
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Dogs take final dip in community pool before winter closure
Lifestyle
— Sep 29, 2026
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Christa Pike Speaks After Failed Execution
After a botched lethal-injection attempt left Christa Pike critically ill, her lawyer is urging Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee to commute her death sentence to life in prison, arguing another execution would not bring justice. Lee has suspended ex
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Barrett, Lawrence debate in key Michigan swing race
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In their first debate in a closely contested Michigan congressional race, Republican Rep. Tom Barrett attacked Democrat Will Lawrence over past comments about defunding police, while Lawrence said he had changed his position and supports police alongside community violence-prevention and mental-health programs. Lawrence countered by criticizing Barrett’s recent votes and record, as both candidates made their cases in a closely watched swing district.
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Local Boards Review Projects, Approve Rezoning
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County commissioners across several communities approved a Natrona County property-layout change amid neighbors’ access and drainage objections, and heard plans and updates on workforce attraction, regional transportation and economic development, and downtown Fort Wayne programs. The briefings emphasized local investment, quality of life, and connecting residents and businesses with opportunities.
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Communities host events marking Hispanic Heritage Month
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— Sep 28, 2026
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Realtor Profiles Span Five California, Florida Markets
Business
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Five promotional profiles highlight real estate agents serving communities in California and Florida, citing their transaction histories, sales volumes and local-market expertise. Each describes tailored support for buyers and sellers, including pricing, marketing, negotiation and guidance on specialized property needs.
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‘Tenzing’ Retells Sherpa’s 1953 Everest Ascent
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The new film “Tenzing” puts Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay at the center of the 1953 Everest climb, highlighting his expertise, life and equal partnership with Edmund Hillary after his contribution was often marginalized. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and made with input from Norgay’s family and Sherpa communities, the biopic aims to broaden how the historic ascent is remembered.
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World’s Running Out Of Cushion To Blunt Iran War’s Oil Shock, Top Execs Say
Paris Apodaca · 5 min · 12h
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