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WJCS Appoints Shannon Van Loon Assistant Executive Director
Van Loon spent 15 years in non-profit social services management with a focus on child development and at-risk communities.

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Van Loon spent 15 years in non-profit social services management with a focus on child development and at-risk communities.

For $125 a person, participants will receive a box lunch, all course events, a prime rib dinner & cocktails, and more.
There will be speakers and panelists, in addition to resources and training open and free to the public. The event is on May 24, 6:30 p.m.
This workshop will address opportunities and personnel issues that organizations may overlook.
From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Kingwood Metro Park & Ride, a safe and convenient way to dispose of prescription drugs will be available.
The event will feature hot dogs, jump houses, Fire Safety House, games and more.
The club will go on to compete in the Global Finals May 24 to May 27 in Knoxville.
Guests are encouraged to dress up 'derby-style' to enjoy the celebration. The event is on April 27, 5-7 p.m. with a Kids Fashion Show at 6.
The week runs from April 23 through April 29. Passengers get a free ride in exchange for a non-perishable food item. Read on for details.
Team Reboot has gained support from local businesses and the community. They are on their way to the world robotics competition in Houston.
Ripton Cooke, Cheryl Lewis are being honored for the month of April. The couple are natives of Jamaica who came to soccer in different ways.
The 'Bark for Life' fundraiser will benefit Relay for Life Farmington Valley.
Pre-registration is required for the 5K. The Senior Health Expo is open to all seniors and features more than 30 community vendors.
Jimmie Collier has been named one of two 2016-2017 Contra Costa County Office of Education’s Classified Employee of the Year.
The proposed budget cuts will affect the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partners programs.
More than one-third of the City's streets, alleys have been repaved under 'Building a New Chicago'.
Professional, student, amateur artists are invited to submit original artwork to promote SummerFest & a chance to win up to $1,500.
Commuters are encouraged to try a new commute before the closure in preparation for East Link light rail construction
There will be two concerts on On May 7, one at 2:30 p.m. and one at 5 p.m. They appeal to all ages and are family-friendly.
The City of Laurel Department of Public Works has come up with a competition for residents to go green. Read on for more information.