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Rochester turns focus to domestic violence as shootings fall

Rochester turns focus to domestic violence as shootings fall

Rochester officials are shifting attention to domestic violence as shootings and gun homicides fall well below 10-year averages.
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Rochester Public Library Announces October Teen Activities and Reading Program

Rochester Public Library Announces October Teen Activities and Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library is offering a variety of events and activities for teens throughout October. The Teen Fall Reading program, which began on September 8th and continues until December 20th, allows individuals aged 11 (entering 6th grade) to 18 to sign up via the Beanstack app or the library's website. Participants can earn prizes and enter raffles to be drawn on December 21st. Additionally, Spaulding NHS members can earn volunteer hours by reading and writing reviews through the same Beanstack platform. Drop-in programs are scheduled for Wednesdays after school, and specific events include a 'Superman on the Big Screen' showing on October 19th, Lego Coding on October 20th, and Spooky Terrariums on October 26th. The library also hosts regular writing and book groups in the teen room, requiring no prior registration. Amy Lemelin, Teen Librarian, emphasized that the library provides a space for teens to study, socialize, engage in creative activities, or simply read.
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'We warned you.' Students confront Rush-Henrietta board

'We warned you.' Students confront Rush-Henrietta board

Students and teachers told Rush-Henrietta leaders they feel unsafe after fights and described the fear of a 40-minute lockdown.
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Monique Franz to Debut as Motormouth Maybelle in OFC Creations' 'Hairspray' Production

Monique Franz to Debut as Motormouth Maybelle in OFC Creations' 'Hairspray' Production

Monique Franz to Debut as Motormouth Maybelle in OFC Creations' 'Hairspray' Production
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4-H Programs Innovate to Provide Livestock Experience for Non-Farm Youth in South Dakota

4-H Programs Innovate to Provide Livestock Experience for Non-Farm Youth in South Dakota

South Dakota communities are developing innovative programs through 4-H to allow non-farm youth to gain experience in raising livestock. As populations increasingly move away from agricultural settings, these initiatives aim to bridge the gap and introduce young people to animal care and the broader agriculture industry. For instance, in Potter County, the Gettysburg school FFA program has partnered with the local 4-H office to lease pigs to interested youth. These animals are housed on school-owned property and cared for by participating students on a rotational basis. Jean Senyak, SDSU Extension 4-H Program Assistant for Potter County, noted that 37 youth are involved in this project, many of whom reside in town and would otherwise lack exposure to pigs. Similarly, in Brule County, 4-H alumnus Marty Michalek secures sponsors to help cover the cost of sheep, goats, or pigs for local youth, matching animals with owners through a lottery system. These programs emphasize hands-on experience and introduce par...
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Rush-Henrietta promises safety changes after 7 fights

Rush-Henrietta promises safety changes after 7 fights

Rush-Henrietta outlined new security measures Sept. 30 as students and parents pressed district leaders for action after recent school fights.
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Great Falls High School to Inaugurate Legacy Alumni Class During Homecoming Weekend

Great Falls High School to Inaugurate Legacy Alumni Class During Homecoming Weekend

Great Falls High School is set to honor its inaugural Legacy Alumni class during homecoming weekend, scheduled for October 2-3, 2026. The Legacy Alumni Association aims to preserve the school's history, recognize its alumni, and inspire future generations. The inaugural class comprises individuals who have made significant positive impacts in various fields, including service, culture, arts, and athletics, spanning over a century of the school's history. Notable honorees include Josephine Trigg, a member of the first graduating class in 1893; Frank C. Fogarty, a 1942 graduate who commanded the world's first nuclear-powered submarine and is still alive at 102; Alma Smith Jacobs, instrumental in developing the Great Falls Public Library; artist Monte Dolack; wrestlers Bill and Mike Zadick; and Jaymee Sire, a 1998 graduate who became a broadcaster for ESPN and Food Network. The selection process involved committee members researching yearbooks, newspaper articles, and community suggestions.
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Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Closure Delayed in Rochester, Residents Seek New Placement

Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Closure Delayed in Rochester, Residents Seek New Placement

The Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rochester, N.Y., has delayed its planned closure. Originally scheduled for Thursday, the facility's closing date has been pushed to Tuesday because not all residents have secured new nursing home placements. The center is closing after inspectors identified poor conditions that reportedly endangered residents' lives. As of the latest update, approximately 20 residents still lack a placement plan, and an additional nine are receiving treatment in local hospitals. The State Department of Health mandates that the facility remain open until all residents have alternative living arrangements, but many of the remaining residents are likely to be moved to facilities located miles away from Rochester.
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Nomination deadline extended for Rochester Top Workplaces

Nomination deadline extended for Rochester Top Workplaces

This is the 14th year the Democrat & Chronicle will shine a spotlight on outstanding workplaces in the region, as viewed by workers.
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Envoy Air Seeks Ramp Agents at ROC Airport Amidst Expansion

Envoy Air Seeks Ramp Agents at ROC Airport Amidst Expansion

Envoy Air Seeks Ramp Agents at ROC Airport Amidst Expansion
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Gap Inc. Partners with FIT and BroSis to Offer Creative Learning and Career Exploration for NYC Youth

Gap Inc. Partners with FIT and BroSis to Offer Creative Learning and Career Exploration for NYC Youth

Gap Inc. Partners with FIT and BroSis to Offer Creative Learning and Career Exploration for NYC Youth
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NC State Extension Opens New CALS Extension Building for 4-H and FFA Programs

NC State Extension Opens New CALS Extension Building for 4-H and FFA Programs

North Carolina 4-H has officially moved into a new headquarters on NC State University’s campus, located off Beryl Road. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Extension Building now serves as the central hub for NC State Extension’s 4-H program and the North Carolina FFA Association. This move brings both statewide youth development organizations together under one roof. NC State recently celebrated the opening of the facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by faculty, staff, Extension leaders, and supporters of 4-H and FFA. University and program leaders delivered remarks, and guests were offered tours of the new space and Howling Cow ice cream. The interim state 4-H program leader, Dr. Shannon McCollum, emphasized that the new building represents more than just a physical space, highlighting its role in fostering ideas, strengthening partnerships, supporting volunteers, and encouraging young people to become future leaders. The 4-H program, founded in 1909, serves over 275,000 yout...