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March 3, 2023

Performers, local officials salute Circus Train Car Museum at dedication in Venice

By Blog, Homepage - Story of Impact,

VENICE — Retired circus performers, owners of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and local officials turned out recently to celebrate the new Circus Train Car Museum with…

September 15, 2020

The 2020 Census: A Voice for the Future

By Blog, Homepage - Blog, Mischa Kirby,

A few years ago, I got the itch to learn more about my family history. My grandmother had recently passed away, and without any living grandparents to affirm or deny any family lore, facts wer…

December 18, 2019

Building the Community We All Want To Live In

By Story, Hunter Carpenter,

Belonging and Culture is about building the community we all want to live in by ensuring every one of us feels like we can belong and thrive.

September 7, 2019

Packing Home in Your Suitcase

By Roxie Jerde,

There is nothing quite like the energy-filled roar of thousands of fans cheering on in unison their favorite football team. I had my first taste of fall football season this past weekend in Ne…