Good things tend to happen when Macon’s arts community joins with others to help fill a community need. Sometimes it can be very practical, as with The Tubman African American Museum’s decision to partner with Bibb County Schools to help get beds for children without them.
When Meredith Dean started the first Community Works chapters, she saw people reengaging in politics. Community Works, a project under the Rural Urban Bridge Initiative (RUBI), organizes volunteers to collaborate with local organizations on non-political efforts. Chapters address local needs through events like waterway cleans ups, diaper drives, and food distribution events.
People who've lived in co-ops, communes, group houses and 'intentional communities' share four questions you should ask yourself before taking the leap.
Young voters and Native American voters are two groups that showed up for President Biden in the 2020 election. But ahead of his 2024 match-up, it's unclear if he'll be able to keep their support.
We all feel lonely at some point, but long-term social isolation can damage our mental and physical health. A new book called Project UnLonely shows how creative expression can foster friendships.
Just saying "hello" to a passerby can be a boon for both of you. That's what researchers are finding in studies we covered in our "Living Better" series. We asked readers to offer their own testimony.
Researchers are exploring the impact of interactions with strangers and casual acquaintances. Their findings shed light on how seemingly fleeting conversations affect your happiness and well-being.
Telugu Americans are a huge part of the Indian population living abroad. Visual storyteller Akash Pamarthy shares his experience as part of the Telugu community in the United States.
On April 13, Muslims across the U.S. began the annual month of prayer, fasting and reflection. Many mosques and community centers have virtual events, but some are holding in-person prayers.
At a time when our communities might feel divided, there is an opportunity to come together, talk and put positive plans into action.
On The Table conversations begin virtually on Nov 16 and run through Nov 20. (Courtesy On The Table)
Returning for the third year is the civic engagement initiative, On The Table. Past events involved community conversations centered around food and face-to-face discussions. However, this year the conversations will take place virtually and begin next week.
From a generous urban farmer to a roving mariachi band, people are using their talents to help others. Read their stories — then nominate a problem-solver in your community.
Buford Highway is an eight-mile stretch of highway between Atlanta and Buford, Georgia that has earned the reputation as the place to seek international...
