Salvation Army

Twin Cities organizations and city agencies are addressing extreme heat impacts through cooling centers and research, as heatwaves increase demand for services and highlight health risks for vulnerable populations. The urban heat island effect exacerbates temperatures in areas with fewer trees and more impervious surfaces, prompting efforts to mitigate long-term risks.

Extreme heat in Northern Colorado has intensified challenges for the unhoused community after Loveland's temporary overnight shelter closed in April. Individuals like Daniel Edwards report health risks from the heat, while organizations such as The Salvation Army and House of Neighborly Service report increased demand for relief services. The Murphy Center in Fort Collins has expanded daytime hours to address the crisis, but nighttime remains difficult for those without shelter.

The Salvation Army and Publix partnered to deliver 28 pallets of food to Miami-Dade residents in need. Salvation Army's Miami Area Commander Maj. Gene Hogg highlighted the organization's mission of feeding vulnerable populations, citing over 625,000 food boxes distributed in 2025 to nearly 3 million people. Programs like Meals That Matter provide daily meals to seniors and shelter residents.

Southern Baptists of Texas Convention Disaster Relief plans to send 15 volunteers and four trucks to Uvalde to support a Salvation Army mass feeding operation. The effort is part of the growing flood response in Texas.

Thousands of people displaced by the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado are receiving emergency assistance from The Salvation Army, which is providing food, supplies, and emotional support. The fire has destroyed over 256 homes and scorched 96,000 acres, with relief efforts expected to span years. A donor has pledged to match donations up to $50,000 for wildfire relief.

The Salvation Army in Charlotte partnered with La-Z-Boy to donate 60 gently used furniture items to their adult rehab center. The donation aims to help individuals recovering from addiction achieve stability and independence.

Residents of Kittredge are cleaning up after severe floods caused significant mud and debris damage to homes. The Red Cross and local volunteers are distributing supplies and assisting with recovery efforts, while community members coordinate cleanup and support. Flooding exceeded 2013 levels, with water lines reaching up to three feet inside some homes near Avenue F.

The article outlines disaster recovery programs in Tennessee, including state and federal resources like TEMA and FEMA, as well as nonprofit support from The Salvation Army and the American Red Cross. It lists contact details and online options for accessing emergency aid, housing assistance, and emotional support services.

The article outlines resources to help manage essential monthly bills like electricity, water, and gas through programs such as LIHEAP, Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency, and Metro Nashville's Weatherization Assistance Program. These initiatives offer financial aid and energy efficiency upgrades for low-income households. Nonprofits like The Salvation Army and Catholic Charities of Tennessee also provide emergency utility and rent assistance.

A 49-year-old homeless man was beaten and stabbed during an apparent robbery in Hopkinsville, Tennessee. Two suspects, Keshane Redmon (34) and Ronnie Stevenson (47), were arrested and charged with first-degree assault and robbery after attacking the man near Grace Episcopal Church and Preschool.

The article discusses a Financial Fitness segment on thrifting, featuring 10 On Your Side’s Traffic Reporter Julia Avery, who shops at the Salvation Army on Virginia Beach Boulevard for thrifted outfits. Avery demonstrates how she incorporates secondhand clothing into her on-air wardrobe.