A Liberty Pines Academy career survey asked middle school students odd personal questions — from bubble baths and goats to 'extreme body modification.' The district has opened an HR review while lawmakers push a parental-review bill.

The Town of Wake Forest engaged local high school students in civic leadership through a program that included a mock town meeting and a visit to a fire station.

Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway warns against rising romance scams, highlighting the importance of vigilance and familial support to prevent emotional and financial exploitation.

Parents forced Petaluma trustees to pause approval of site safety plans after spotting "collect intelligence" language about student walkouts and social-media monitoring.

Coral Springs honored six volunteers with Lynne Johnson Awards for their significant contributions to the community in areas like youth programs, the environment, and the arts.

The Skyway Family Fun Day in Tampa offers activities and games on Feb. 21, featuring a hockey zone, bounce houses, and various vendors.

The Bureau of Land Management introduced the Materials Access Program to simplify access to resources like sand and gravel from public lands, offering a two-tier flat fee pricing structure.

A Las Vegas public-works employee says sagging power lines and faulty gear caused an on-the-job electrical blast that cost him his lower right leg. The suit names NV Energy and several suppliers.

Hillsborough Pet Resource Center's "Fur-ever Valentine" event offers free pet adoptions on Valentine's Day to encourage residents to adopt dogs and cats.

Volunteers from Phoenix Rescue Mission are handing out Narcan, water and hygiene kits on city streets as federal data show Arizona among the states seeing rising overdose deaths. The effort pairs emergency harm reduction with referrals to shelter and treatment.

Upper‑middle class earnings in the Phoenix Valley vary widely — statewide the bracket starts in the mid‑six figures, while Paradise Valley's top end nears $500,000.

Free tax assistance is available at Owens Multipurpose Center through the AARP Tax-Aide program until April 15, offering help for all ages without needing AARP membership.

The article informs about the temporary closure of pickleball courts at South County Regional Park for fence repairs, affecting players on February 26-27, 2026.