Nominations are now open for the Volunteer & Information Center's 2012 River Region Volunteers of the Year awards.  Nominations must be received by March 1st.  The celebration will be held on April 17th at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Montgomery.

Over the past 38 years, the Volunteer of the Year Awards Celebration has become the River Region’s largest annual event recognizing individuals and groups who have selflessly given their time and talent to improve their community and its residents’ overall quality of life. The awards celebration is hosted by the Volunteer & Information Center and the Junior League of Montgomery. Nominations are accepted at any time up till 6weeks prior to the celebration. The celebration is always during National Volunteer week in April.

To make a nomination, visit their website.

Source:  Volunteer & Information Center

Over the past year, Alabamians have experienced high unemployment. A struggling economy and unstable state employment have left thousands of Alabamians out of work. While there were some visible changes in the employment statistics as recent as November 2011, unemployment rates in Alabama are still more than 9 percent according to the United States Department of Labor.

Extension's Urban Affairs and New Nontraditional Programs Unit designed and published a Promoting Readiness for Employment Possibilities (PREP) strategic program initiative and tool kit to offer job search solutions to individuals and families seeking help.

Read more here.

Source:  Alabama Cooperative Extension System News System

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Alabama is committed to provide a "life without limits" for people with disabilities in our community.  The community's support of local organizations and the persons they serve is vitally important.  One way you can help the UCP of Central Alabama is to participate in our Krispy Kreme doughnut fundraiser that is going on this month.  By participating, you are making an investment in your community and bringing us one step closer to our goal.

Available for purchase are:

• Original Glazed Dozens or Certificates for $7.00/dozen and $7.00/certificate  The Original Glazed Dozens must be picked up at UPC Montgomery office.  The fundraising certificate can be redeemed at any time for one dozen Original Glazed and $1 off a second dozen.
• Partnership Cards for $12.00 each.  Get a dozen Original Glazed free with the purchase of any dozen.  Good for up to 10 free dozen.