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New mural painted outside the Phillis Wheatley Library

New mural painted outside the Phillis Wheatley Library

Helpers painted a new mural outside the Phillis Wheatley Community Library in Rochester June 21 to replace a faded and chipped mural.

Screening of “Farming While Black” and panel discussion set for July 10 at The Little Theatre

Screening of “Farming While Black” and panel discussion set for July 10 at The Little Theatre

A special screening of a documentary celebrating the Black agricultural movement and food sovereignty will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Little Theatre.

Food Policy Council releases candidate survey responses

Food Policy Council releases candidate survey responses

The candidate survey focused on such topics as food access, local agriculture and youth engagement with the food system

New data analysis tool better reflects diversity and nuance of rural communities

New data analysis tool better reflects diversity and nuance of rural communities

To better reflect how residents perceive their communities, especially in rural areas, Common Ground has developed a Geoclassification Index that combines national datasets with on-the-ground insight.

Speakers to talk about how compassion and forgiveness can heal

Speakers to talk about how compassion and forgiveness can heal

Speakers will share how compassion and forgiveness are sources of healing during the 2025 Speak Life! Health Equity Conference April 24 at Monroe Community Hospital and online.

Gun violence has far-reaching effects on individuals, families and the community

Gun violence has far-reaching effects on individuals, families and the community

Gun violence can have long-lasting effects on mental health, employment, economic well-being and housing.

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