meadowsmary+FollowFree tax help is back for Evansville localsTax season doesn’t have to be a headache this year—United Way’s VITA program is offering free, IRS-certified tax prep for anyone in Evansville making $67,000 or less, seniors, and people with disabilities. Last year, they helped locals recover over $1 million! With multiple locations and flexible hours, you can get expert help without spending a dime. Why pay for peace of mind when you can get it for free, right here in our community? If you’ve used VITA before, how was your experience? Let’s help each other make tax time a little less stressful! #Safety #Evansville #TaxHelp00Share
Eddie Webster+FollowOwensboro bourbon fans rally for St. JudeBarrel Heads is turning bourbon passion into real impact for local families. This week, they’re raffling off rare bourbon experiences, with every $20 ticket directly supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Only 250 tickets are up for grabs, so the odds are actually in your favor! The top prize? An exclusive barrel pick adventure at a top distillery—plus bottles and maybe even the barrel itself. Second and third prizes are just as tempting for bourbon lovers. It’s a win-win: treat yourself and help ensure no St. Jude family ever sees a bill. Who’s in for a pour that matters? #Safety #Owensboro #StJude00Share
Gary Dunlap+FollowAthens bands unite to fight evictionsAthens musicians are stepping up in a big way—Wim Tapley and the Cannons, with Karma Kat, are turning their next Georgia Theatre show into a lifeline for local families facing eviction. Every ticket and merch purchase goes straight to neighbors struggling to keep their homes. The band’s frontman put it best: so many of us are closer to missing rent than we realize, and this concert is a chance to make a real difference while enjoying live music. How do you feel about using local music events to support urgent community needs? #Safety #AthensGA #SupportLocal00Share
Eddie Webster+FollowAthens neighbors rally after devastating fireFourteen Athens residents, including seven kids, are picking up the pieces after a house fire on McKinley Drive. The Red Cross Disaster Action Team jumped in right away, offering emergency help and recovery support to the family. It’s a powerful reminder that most disasters the Red Cross responds to are home fires—happening every eight minutes nationwide. Their Home Fire Campaign has already saved thousands of lives by installing free smoke alarms and sharing fire safety tips. Have you checked your smoke alarms lately, or talked to your family about an escape plan? Let’s look out for each other and share what steps we’re taking to stay safe at home. #Safety #AthensGA #RedCross10Share
Gary Dunlap+FollowBoston neighbors: Foster youth need your voiceOnly 15% of foster kids in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties have a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)—and that means most are missing out on a steady, caring adult to help them through the system. CASAs aren’t just mentors; they’re the one person a child can count on to show up, speak up, and make sure their needs don’t get lost in the shuffle. If you’ve ever wanted to make a real, lasting difference for a local kid, now’s the time to step up. Info sessions are coming up—could this be your moment to help change a life? #Safety #BostonCASA #FosterCare00Share
Marcia Hamilton+FollowColumbia’s own hero feeds hope every weekPatricia Turner is changing lives right here in Columbia. She’s not just running a food pantry—she’s making sure families have food on the table for Thanksgiving, helping parents pick out Christmas gifts for their kids, and even hosting a community lunch every third Sunday. Turner’s energy and kindness bring people together to support neighbors facing tough times. With a $500 boost from The Jeffcoat Law Firm, she’s set to keep her good work going strong. How can we rally around folks like Patricia and keep this spirit alive in our city? #Safety #ColumbiaSC #CommunityHeroes10Share
Eddie Webster+FollowFort Worth store manager’s quick action saves lifeFreezing temperatures in Fort Worth nearly claimed a life, but Faris Hussain, manager at Evans Food Mart, stepped up when it mattered most. After a customer’s alert, he found Bobbi, a homeless woman and regular, unable to move from the cold. Hussain didn’t hesitate—he carried her inside, warmed her up, and called for help. Now, he’s leading a fundraiser to get Bobbi a safe place to stay for a year. Stories like this remind us how powerful everyday kindness can be. How can we all step up for our neighbors in need, especially during harsh weather? #Safety #FortWorth #CommunityCare10Share
Michael Phillips+FollowGainesville’s new 24/7 community fridge is here!A fully accessible food pantry just opened at the Civic Media Center on South Main, and it’s already making a difference—people started using it within minutes of launch! No paperwork, no questions—just take what you need or leave what you can. This fridge is open 24/7, so anyone in Gainesville can help themselves or donate any time. It’s all thanks to a city grant and the power of neighbors helping neighbors. How do you think this kind of resource could change our community? Would you use it or donate? #Safety #Gainesville #CommunityFridge00Share
Michael Phillips+FollowBaton Rouge rallies for BRPD captain’s familyCommunity spirit is shining bright in Baton Rouge as neighbors and officers come together for a pastalaya fundraiser at BRPD HQ this Friday. The event supports Captain Eric Burkett, whose wife is bravely fighting brain cancer after her recent diagnosis. It’s more than just a meal—it’s a chance to show real support for a local family facing tough times. If you’re nearby, consider stopping by between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to grab a plate and make a difference. How else can we lift up families in our community during moments like this? #Safety #BatonRouge #CommunitySupport00Share
Eddie Webster+FollowColumbus schools closed, but free meals offeredFreezing temps have shut down Columbus City Schools again this Thursday, but families don’t have to worry about missing meals. Five high schools across the city will open midday for students to pick up free breakfast and lunch packages. Just fill out a quick form when you arrive, and you’re set. The district picked these sites to make it easier for everyone to get there safely, even with the icy roads. It’s a small relief during this cold snap, but it shows how the community steps up when things get tough. Who else is grateful for these support systems? #Safety #Columbus #SchoolClosures00Share
