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After an outbreak of a mystery illness impacting dogs, the Prince George’s County Animal Shelter is back open for adoptions and viewings.
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This annual tradition offers more than 270 merchants showcasing unique holiday treasures, treats, apparel, jewelry, home dcor and gifts.
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“This situation is a classic example of gaslighting,” a certified life coach told Newsweek.
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Target, Walmart and Amazon had removed the line of “Wicked” dolls from their online storefronts as of midday Monday, as had Best Buy, Barnes & Noble and Macy’s.
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The small business in Maplewood has also served its community for the past 10 years by giving back to help kids with cancer.
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The insulation rebate is part of TVA’s Energy Right program.
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After five years of study at the Royal Ballet School, the Carmel ballerina will next decide what company she will join after graduation.
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If student loan debt is delaying home ownership, there may be a solution. Learn more on Live. Work. Play. sponsored by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority.
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Since partnering with WUSA9 in 2009, the annual Turkeys for Troops Telethon has raised over $1.5M for a program that delivers a taste of home to servicemembers.
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Courtland Blade’s work focuses on Indianapolis landscapes and areas he says Black people and people of color feel safe and not like they have to fit in.
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According to CHS, their pet food pantry is out of both dry cat food and dry dog food.