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Funeral Services Announced for Elaine Carpenter, 93, of Creighton

Longtime Creighton resident to be laid to rest next week

Indianola Resident Jillinda Thomsen Passes Away

Inurnment to be held at a later date in Wingate, Indiana cemetery

Widow Faces Weeks-Long Delay in Husband's Burial Due to Paperwork Error

Danielle Batiste-Simmons says a missing hospital document and incorrect death date have prevented her from properly laying her husband to rest.

Saint Francis Community Services Opens New Food Pantry in Tucson

The new location is serving over 250 people weekly amid changes to SNAP benefits requirements.

Loren E. Wagner, Former Detroit Resident, Dies at 78

Funeral arrangements are pending at Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel in Cassopolis.

Uniting and Healing through Hope hosts annual Easter food drive

The nonprofit is collecting donations at six local Tops stores to tackle food insecurity in Monroe County.

Theresa Ann Schroer, 86, of Carroll, Passes Away

Funeral services are pending at the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll.

Family Promise Celebrates 25 Years of Helping Montgomery County Families Facing Homelessness

The nonprofit organization marked its milestone anniversary with a gala at Margaritaville Resort on Lake Conroe.

Iowa Falls Resident Julie Ann Walker Dies at 62

Service arrangements are pending through Woodley Funeral Home.

Rosie Gertrude Abell, Louisville Resident, Dies at 68

Abell is survived by three children, nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Jefferson Resident Brandon Todd Murphy Dies at 57

Visitation to be held at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home this Wednesday

Vernon County Sheriff Promotes Emergency Contact Program

Torgerson encourages Wisconsin drivers to sign up for state's driver license emergency contact database.

UCAP Food Shelves Seek Donations During March for Meals After Serving 15,000 Residents in 2025

The nonprofit that runs five regional food shelves in Minnesota is calling for donations and volunteers during the March for Meals campaign.

Samaritan Honors Outstanding Long-Term Care Workers

Three exceptional employees recognized with OWL Awards at Samaritan facilities

Schenectady Shares kicks off 2026 food drive

The all-volunteer organization will be collecting donations through April 17.

Deb and Jeff Hanson Foundation Boosts Statewide Hunger Relief Efforts

2025 impact report highlights expanded food pantry support and holiday meal distribution across Iowa.

Fairfax Homeless Services See Increased Demand During Cold Weather

FACETS provides essential services to the unhoused population, especially vital during winter storms.

NDSU Extension Offers Free Caregiver Workshop

Six-week virtual program teaches stress management and self-care for family caregivers

Chuck Wagon Ministries relocates food bank to Wenatchee church

The food bank will now operate out of King's Harvest Church of Christ every Saturday.

Longtime Tennessee Resident Frederick Craig Johnson Dies at 74

Johnson is remembered for his love of travel, family, and classic cars.

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