Terre Haute’s Patricia Etling, who helped form Catholic Charities in 1973, will be recognized by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis as the 2026 Legacy Honoree. The honor pays tribute to her long-standing commitment to Catholic education and charitable outreach.
Two Science Hill High School seniors are expanding their commitment to address local hunger—a cause they first discovered in their freshman year. Their partnership with Good Samaritan Ministries has grown to help more families in need.
Gratitude pours forth for the Pocatello Free Clinic, credited with providing a critical health care resource for individuals lacking insurance. This short opinion piece applauds the staff for their dedication and underscores the clinic’s impressive mission in supporting the local community.
Former NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp has been sentenced to 30 days of electronic home monitoring following a shooting in a Washington mall parking lot. While prosecutors requested a nine-month jail term, the presiding judge found mitigating circumstances and opted for a lesser penalty. Kemp insists he acted in self-defense.
The Salvation Army of Frankfort is preparing for a leadership transition as Captains Nathaniel and Raquel Revaula depart. New officers will arrive to assume leadership of the local ministry on June 22, continuing the organization’s mission in the community.
McAdoo-Kelayres Elementary students turned a Mother’s Day fundraiser into a heartfelt donation, raising $300 for the SHINE Women’s Center of Hazleton.
Amid the melodies of “Guardians of the Galaxy,” approximately 20 Washington High School students gathered at Washington Park to plant native trees and shrubs. Armed with shovels and wheelbarrows, they aimed to address soil erosion on the hillside behind the log cabin.
“When I am feeling burnt out, I am typically focused on myself, so the first thing I do is ask myself ‘Why am I here?'” says award-winning volunteer Valerie Foss of Norway, whose dedication is changing lives through her selfless service.
Patricia O’Donnell, a dedicated pharmacist and passionate community volunteer, passed away on April 12, leaving behind a legacy of service in Grand Forks.