Born in Oklahoma City in 1943, Joseph Allen Eskridge devoted his life to service, family, and faith. His peaceful passing leaves a legacy that resonates with all who knew him and underscores the profound impact a life of commitment can have on others.
For many physicians, practicing medicine is about treating disease. For Dr. Daniel Roton, it also means returning to the community that helped shape him. His goal of bringing lung care closer to home highlights the deep personal connection between a doctor and the people he serves.
For eight decades, the Greenville Kiwanis Club has championed youth-focused service, promoting literacy, character-building, and holiday programs that benefit Butler County’s children. Its 80th anniversary celebrates this enduring commitment to nurturing the next generation and fostering a close-knit community.
Reaching 100 years of life is a rare and significant moment, and for former Vicksburg Post employee, Ms. Dot Steen, it’s an accomplishment that she humbly describes as “not easy.” During her 15-year tenure at the paper, she worked in every corner of the newsroom, leaving a lasting influence on local journalism.
He started by mowing lawns as a child and never looked back. Today, this 19-year-old Sherrard graduate is growing a pressure washing business while training to become a firefighter—an inspiring blend of determination and service.
Calloway County High School sophomore, Kaiden Capps, has been honored with the Silent Servant Scholarship Award from the Peter R. Marsh Foundation. In a small ceremony on March 24, classmates and educators gathered to recognize his accomplishment and share in the celebration.
Napa’s Assembly of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls empowers young women to develop leadership, confidence, and enduring friendships. Through community service and mentorship, these future leaders gain essential skills that extend well beyond their youth.
Next month, basketball returns for a good cause in El Centro, where the Joshua Lavell Holmes Foundation will host its Third Annual 3v3 Basketball Classic. It’s a chance for sports enthusiasts and volunteers to join in community outreach while enjoying spirited competition.
The City of Griffin has honored Code Enforcement supervisor, Kerri Stevens, with its Strongest Link in the Chain award for January. Recognized at the Board of Commissioners meeting on February 12, Stevens’s dedication highlights the positive impact of local public servants.
Oneida County has recognized the outstanding contributions of over 1,000 young people who took part in the Children Care initiative in 2025. The recognition ceremony, held on Tuesday, Feb. 17 in Utica, highlighted the positive impact these volunteers had on their community.
