Illinois’ Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 15th Annual National Awards Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—-Janice Guzon, 16, of Hoffman Estates and Emily Koulis, 14, of Channahon today were named Illinois’ top two youth volunteers for 2010 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.

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Nigeria : ‘For National Growth, Empower Women’
Lagos — Women’s empowerment is an integral part of a nation’s greatness and this realisation has propelled a body to empower as many women as possible. Designed as a forum to teach women skills of self-sustenance, the promoters also impart divine messages as well as ideals of patriotism to members.

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100 years of Scouting
Alumni and members of the Boys Scouts of America have reason to celebrate Monday as the national organization turns 100 years old.

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Boy Scouts of America marks a century of mentoring, service
CENTRAL JERSEY — Boy Scouts of America programs for the past century have nurtured boys through camaraderie and activities that are educational, promote leadership and citizenship, and foster lifelong skills and friendships.

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Hawaii’s Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 15th Annual National Awards Program
HONOLULU—-June Mohr, 16, of Kailua-Kona and Brittany Amano, 12, of Honolulu today were named Hawaii’s top two youth volunteers for 2010 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.

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environment seminar

Two youth volunteer during 2010 MLK, Jr. Day at Atlanta's Dobbs Elementary School. The project was set up by the Atlanta Chapter of americorps Alums and focused on improving the facilities at the school, including the building of an outdoor walking/biking track.

environment seminar

Book Excerpt: ‘The Power of Half’
Read an excerpt of the new book ‘The Power of Half’ It’s the story of Hannah Salwen, a young girl who convinced her family to embark on an incredible quest to make a difference in the world. Arts – Fiction – Online Writing – Fantasy – Power of Half

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Local trio battle hardships to land learning awards
COLLEGE students from Highbridge, East Bent and Berrow have battled personal trials to be honoured for their outstanding achievements.

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American Girl fund-raiser at Desmond Hotel
The eighth annual American Girl Fashion Show weekend is coming to the Main Line Saturday, March 6, and Sunday, March 7. The Saturday Club of Wayne will present the event, which will be held at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern. Four fashion shows will be presented at both 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on both days. Benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and the Saturday Club Children’s …

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Talking newspapers set to return
‘It just ground to a halt’ (05/02/2010 16:11:21)

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New York State’s Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected in 15th Annual National Awards Program
ALBANY, N.Y.—-Christopher Lam, 17, of Old Westbury and Brianna Cart, 14, of Owego today were named New York state’s top two youth volunteers for 2010 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism.

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Friend Fitness is a youth mentoring program designed to help kids (grades 6-12) develop a strong work ethic, mental toughness, determination and goal setting skills. Through intense physical weekly workouts with mentors, both one-on-one and in groups, kids discover what it takes to achieve their goals not just in the gym but in their academic, personal and social lives. Visit our website at www.youthmp.org or call 610-249-9631 to learn more. Get involved! Be a Mentor. Help Kids. Achieve Goals. Change Lives.