Kayla Garrett has always had a passion for helping others. As part of the Therapeutic Recreation Unit, Garrett is tasked with providing programs throughout the community in the rec centers and one of the programs, Empowering Our Teens, was a big hit with parents and kids.
The Kyndall Project nonprofit is attempting to double up their efforts this summer due to COVID-19 canceling their annual backpack giveaway last year. Because restrictions are lifting, the nonprofit is moving full speed ahead with planning their largest giveaway to date. But they need help with supplies before Aug. 14, when they plan to hold the 6th annual Back to School Jam at Rupert Bell Park.
40+ Stage Company, a non-profit theatre company that presents performances that focus on intergenerational issues and themes, recently announced the play selection for the 2021 – 2022 season.
On Tuesday, April 20, the jury in the Derek Chauvin trial found him guilty on all three counts. While the verdict may look like justice, it’s fair to say that real justice would have spared George Floyd’s life. The guilty verdict is more representative of accountability.