Mentor to Close City Offices for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Residents Invited to Attend Upcoming Council Meeting and Honor Local Veterans Mentor city offices are closed for MLK Day. The council meets after the holiday, the Hometown Heroes Banner Program returns, and Christmas tree disposal is detailed. 01/19/2025 - 5:31 am | View Link
State Rep. McCombie accepting Valentine's Day card program donations Savanna, will host the third annual "Valentines for Veterans and Seniors" Card Drive for veterans and senior citizens. The cards will be accepted through Feb. 7. Community members, residents, schools ... 01/18/2025 - 6:31 am | View Link
LI counseling nonprofit to use $500K grant to expand program for mental health of veterans and families CN Guidance and Counseling Services said it will use the $498,000 grant to expand a program that provides psychiatrists and therapists to military veterans. 01/17/2025 - 11:13 am | View Link
California Central Valley Congressman Jim Costa Launches Valentines for Vets Program January 17, 2025- FRESNO, Calif. - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) has launched the “ Valentines for Vets ” program to collect and distribute Valentines to local veterans in California's 21st ... 01/17/2025 - 12:28 am | View Link
Free MLK Day events, celebrating life and legacy of Dr. King, set for Monday in Corning From special readings to musical performances and acts of service, here's how Corning is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 01/16/2025 - 2:28 am | View Link
Veterans Day Facts and Information In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty. 01/16/2025 - 9:10 pm | View Website
17 Veterans Day Activity Ideas for School & Work Veterans Day is November 11 in the United States and is a federal holiday. Veterans Day activities and ideas are ways to honor armed forces online on that day. For example, by learning on history websites or participating in themed activities via virtual conferencing platforms. 01/16/2025 - 9:03 pm | View Website
Honoring Those Who Served: 11 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day Veterans Day is almost upon us -- one day to honor those who have served our nation. Here are some ideas for activities to try at home, school and work. 01/16/2025 - 9:03 pm | View Website
Veterans Day The 2024 Veterans Day poster will be displayed in VA facilities, military installations and municipal buildings across America. It will also serve as the cover of the official program for the Veterans Day commemoration at Arlington National Cemetery on November 11. 01/16/2025 - 7:30 pm | View Website
30 Activities and Ideas to Honor Veterans Day Celebrate those who have sacrificed for our country on Veterans Day with these activities and ideas for any group. 01/15/2025 - 8:36 pm | View Website
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MIAMI — Unrivaled shined brightly on its opening night last week.
The 3-on-3 women’s basketball league co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier debuted Friday night. The two squared off in the opening game and fittingly Stewart scored the first basket in league history — a baseline jumper.
By ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON, Associated Press
For the first time in U. S. history, a president-elect will welcome foreign leaders for one of the most American political traditions — the peaceful transfer of power.
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By ALAN SUDERMAN, Associated Press
President-elect Donald Trump has launched a new cryptocurrency token that is soaring in value – and potentially boosting his net worth – just before his inauguration. It’s the latest norm-defying promotion by Trump, who has also helped sell branded bibles, gold sneakers and diamond-encrusted watches.
“It’s time to celebrate everything we stand for: WINNING!
By JILL COLVIN, Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — When Donald Trump arrived in Washington in 2017 just before his first inauguration, he was a stranger to most in town. As the only president in history without prior experience in public office or the military, it was unclear how he would govern.
Not this time.
After four years in the Oval Office, the once and future president returns to power with know-how and a very different team.
By BILL BARROW, Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump has promised sweeping actions in his second administration.
The president-elect has outlined a wide-ranging agenda that blends traditional conservative approaches to taxes, regulation and cultural issues with a more populist bent on trade and a shift in America’s international role.
Trump’s agenda also would scale back federal government efforts on civil rights and expand presidential powers.
A look at what Trump has proposed:
Immigration
“Build the wall!” from his 2016 campaign has become creating “the largest mass deportation program in history.” Trump has called for using the National Guard and empowering domestic police forces in the effort.
Still, Trump has offered few details of what the program would look like and how he would ensure that it targeted only people in the United States illegally.
He has pitched “ideological screening” for would-be entrants and ending birthright citizenship, which almost certainly would require a constitutional change.
By ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON, Associated Press
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the country’s 47th president was expected to be an extravagant break from tradition — before it got moved indoors due to cold weather.
There will still be well-known performers, influential billionaires as guests and foreign heads of state. Unlike his first inauguration eight years ago, Trump will be welcomed back to office by business titans and global leaders, groups that often shunned him in his first term.
Country music star Carrie Underwood will sing “America the Beautiful” before Trump is sworn in.