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Humane Society of Greene County cares for dogs and cats in need

At the Humane Society of Greene County, the top priority is making sure the animals that are adopted go to the right home, said Director Jane Gapen. “We ask for potential adopters to fill out an application first and if approved, we set up a time for you to come in and visit with the ...

Thousands served yearly by Community Circle Food Pantry

Community Circle Food Pantry has served residents of Washington County for more than 40 years, and director Melanie Wolfe said the need continues to grow. “We know more than 24,000 people in Washington County face food insecurity - thatÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ one in nine people. One in seven children may not ...

Wesley Health Center provides safety net to the uninsured

More than three decades ago, Wesley Health Center opened its doors to provide medical service to those without insurance. Not long after, it became a place for providing health care for all individuals 18 and older. “Many people were having trouble paying their deductible, the co-pay or ...

Steven Bradley Ward Foundation supports community during tough times

Steven Bradley Ward had a generous heart and was a friend to all, according to his sister. When he died of a pulmonary embolism in 2015 at age 34, his family wanted to honor his unwavering kindness. They started the nonprofit Steven Bradley Ward Foundation to provide financial help to those ...

Brownsville Area Ministerial Association joins churches, community together

For more than two decades, churches in Brownsville have worked together for the good of the community. The Brownsville Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) consists of 12 active churches in the area, with another 20 to 30 churches involved in some way, said Laura Blank, BAMAÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ president and ...