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The Salvation Army of Broward County needs help stocking food shelves

Swim South Florida: South Florida YMCA provides swim classes for special needs children

Cooking with compassion: The Mitzvah Kitchen delivers, delights

Join Local 10 for the 2021 South Florida Walk For Victory

Local 10 is inviting you to join the 2021 South Florida Walk for Victory to benefit the Marfan Foundation.

Local 10’s Day of Giving is back, collecting food donations at various Publix stores

The Local 10 Day of Giving is celebrating 11 years of collecting non-perishable foods for our local hunger relief organizations.

Publix opens new Fort Lauderdale store with coastal charm and community focus

South Florida shoppers have a new place to stock up on groceries, grab a sub, or pick out a birthday cake — and it’s just steps from the sand.

Hooters, local radio host team up to help kids battling cancer

As part of Hooters’ “Friendraiser” program, on August 15, customers are invited to visit two restaurant locations and help provide financial relief for families with kids undergoing cancer treatment.

Brother, sister team up to collect school supplies for Chapman Partnership

Altruism can be found in people of all sizes and ages.

Mom to Mom: South Florida community comes together to support breastfeeding moms

It’s a challenging part of motherhood that is not often talked about. Breastfeeding can be stressful for a new mom, and it comes with its own set of challenges.

‘We are family’: South Florida steps up relief efforts as Hurricane Beryl devastates Caribbean

The Global Empowerment Mission in Doral continues its mission Thursday in spearheading a relief effort in response to Hurricane Beryl’s devastating impact on parts of the Caribbean.

Bam Adebayo spreads holiday cheer with annual toy drive

The countdown to Christmas is underway, and Miami Heat All-Star center Bam Adebayo is ensuring the season is memorable for thousands of children in South Florida.

Eco Hero finalist from South Plantation High has cared about environment from a young age

Local 10's quest to find this year's Eco Hero continues this week, as we introduce you each day to one of our top five finalists.

Hundreds of families to receive free food during annual CAMACOL holiday giveaway in Miami

The annual CAMACOL food giveaway is back for another year as dozens of big name vendors have joined in to help feed hundreds of families here in South Florida.

Local 10 hosts 46th annual MLK Day Parade in Miami

Local 10 News hosted Monday’s 46th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade in Miami.

Food for Thought: Local 10, Publix come together for One More Child

WPLG Local 10 is out every day covering stories and events happening in South Florida, but when it comes to addressing food insecurity in our own communities, we bring the work home with us.

Tribute to Teachers: Rockfeller Edouard educates, sings his way into the heart of students

For Rockfeller Edouard, teaching isn’t just a profession— it’s his passion, woven into every moment of his 27-year career as an exceptional student education teacher.

Local 10′s eARTday Art Contest: Vote for your favorite piece now through Apr. 6

Local 10 invites all art teachers and students, from grades Pre-K to 12, to participate in our 8th Annual eARTh Day Art Contest. The popular contest awards schools that display passion for the environment, social responsibility and artistic ability.

Dade Federal Credit Union prepares to deliver holiday cheer with toy drive

Miami-Dade County’s Federal Credit Union is gearing up for its second annual toy drive, set to take place on Tuesday.

Local 10’s Nicole Perez to host Men of Style charity event

On Dec. 1st, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 12 men will be celebrated for their positive contributions to communities in South Florida at the 16th annual Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s Men of Style event.

Tribute to Teachers: Dale Beames teaches a tough subject but his style makes physics a breeze

Dale Beames is more than a high school physics teacher. He’s a quick-witted, compassionate and trustworthy friend, who after more than 40 years in education, is retiring at the end of this school year.

An invitation to flex your philanthropic muscle: Give Miami Day kicks off Nov. 16

A giving blitz is taking place next week in Miami. The Miami Foundation, which serves as the philanthropic backbone for more than 1,000 organizations, is hosting its annual Give Miami Day on November 16.

Grocery store chain mobilizes thousands of employees to serve

As part of its annual Publix Serves Week, the nation’s largest employee-owned company encourages community involvement across its eight-state operating area.

Miami Norland High School teacher earns prestigious award

Precious Symonette, a creative writing teacher at Miami Norland Senior High School, has received a Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program award.

Tribute to Teachers: Marely Mollinedo goes the distance for her students at South Hialeah Elementary

Every year, Local 10′s Tribute to Teachers campaign recognizes the best educators in South Florida, with only five honorees selected from hundreds of nominations.

Humane Society of Broward County promises paw-sitive day at annual fundraiser

It’s an event tailor made for humans and their furry friends.

Local 10’s Big Bus Toy Express gearing up for 11th year of bringing holiday cheer

Local 10 News' 11th annual Big Bus Toy Express will be hitting the road on Friday.

YMCA of South Florida kicks off ‘Swim for Jenny Week’

Florida leads the nation in child drownings, and drowning is the leading cause of death among kids ages one to four.

Food for Thought: ‘Give Gardens’ promise a harvest of hands-on academic experience

Having fresh food, saving money and connecting with nature are just some of the benefits of growing your own vegetable garden. And when you install gardens in public spaces, such as schools, those benefits include a therapeutic learning experience for students.