Every year around this time, students in Chippewa Falls transform Weber’s Field into a living classroom for one weekend. Instead of sitting through another textbook lesson, they set up a full garage sale that runs on real donations and real decisions. The twist? They’re not just selling old stuff—th
A new drive has started to raise money for a center that helps kids and families after Hurricane Ian took away its main building in 2022. The Collier Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) has kicked off the first part of a bigger plan called Lifting Up, Building Strength. Its goal is to finish the inside
On a sunny April afternoon, a small but lively gathering took place behind the medical center’s main building. Gray smoke from slow-cooked meat curled upward as people carried paper plates and plastic cups between picnic tables. Unlike big-city festivals with flashy booths, this event felt like a lo
Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced her backing for Karen Bass, the current mayor of Los Angeles, as she seeks another term. Harris praised Bass for tackling major city problems: a historic drop in homelessness, crime rates that are lower than they’ve been since the 1960s, and standing up
Every May, food lovers in the South Shore area get a chance to try dishes from some of the best local kitchens—all while supporting a good cause. This year’s food festival, happening on May 6 at the South Shore YMCA in Quincy, isn’t just about eating. It’s a fundraiser where 34 restaurants and bever
Every May, New York’s fashion world stops traffic on Fifth Avenue. The red carpet stretches outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, not because the museum is open for visitors, but because it’s closed for a private event. Around 400 guests pay five-figure sums or secure sponsorship from luxury brand
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is no stranger to writing big checks for political battles. But if he decides to run for president in 2028, he won’t be footing the entire bill himself. That’s according to people close to his inner circle, who say he’s already testing the waters with national fundraise
The race for Congress in 2026 isn’t just about who voters like— it’s about who can raise the most cash. Right now, Democrats have an edge in key Senate races, pulling in more donations than Republicans in seven Republican-held seats. Younger candidates are shaking things up by raising big money from
Every spring, Virginia Beach turns into a stage for something bigger than just a good time. A night of music, food, and celebration brings people together to raise money for kids born with cleft lips and palates. The event is more than a party—it’s a fundraiser for a group that fixes these birth def
In Helena, the three challengers to incumbent Troy Downing sat down for their first debate. The tone was calm, and the candidates often agreed more than they disagreed. Downing’s campaign has raised a lot of money, showing strong support. The Democrats are finding it harder to match that fina
