Arlington Animal Services offers $10 VIP pet adoptions on National Pet Day, including vaccinations and microchipping, to encourage residents to adopt.

The Clackamas County Prevention Coalition is conducting a survey to gather parent insights on youth drug and alcohol use, with an April 25 deadline and a chance to win prizes.

Sheriff Richard K. Jones of Butler County is set to appear on "The Trace Gallagher Show" on Fox, discussing his "viral Tesla video," as announced by the Sheriff's Office on social media.

Hillsborough County seniors competed in a bake-off, with Ruskin Senior Center winning the Golden Spoon trophy for their Turtle Cheesecake. The event celebrated culinary heritage and community.

Veteran Kerrie Porter's service dog Bruno was killed in a car accident. The Topp Dogg K9 Foundation, led by Blake Rashad, is fundraising to train a new service dog to support Porter's disabilities, including blindness and PTSD.

Knoxville Police announced a Drug Overdose Support Group meeting with guest speaker Joy Gaertner for bereaved family members, to be held at the Public Safety Complex without registration or cost.

A camper died and another was injured after a tree fell on their campsite in Cohutta Wilderness; the rescue involved a five-hour hike to the remote site.

The North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District is seeking community input to name a new park and community center in Oak Grove, with submissions due by May 9.

Minneapolis is preparing to celebrate its public health heroes with an awards ceremony and resource fair on April 9. The free event will include lunch and is open to the community.

Illinois State Fairgrounds announces "100 Days Out" Celebration to preview the State Fair, featuring food tasting, a raffle, and discounted passes for fair attractions.

SF State broadcasting students produce Muni-focused traffic reports to aid commuters, aired on campus radio KSFS, after the university's shuttle service ended.

Boulder residents are advised to expect increased bear sightings with the arrival of spring and to take measures such as using bear-resistant containers to minimize risks.

Cincinnati Fire Department announced a shelter opening in Oakley for flood victims, staffed by the Red Cross, with details available on Facebook and by calling 1-800–Red Cross.