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When Ann Schlenner and her family visit their cabin in northern Minnesota, one of the first things she, her husband, Ryan, and their four children do is raise two flags
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Although Pride Month is coming to a close, there are plenty of ways to continue to celebrate the Pride community. “Pride Month is both a joyful celebration and a serious
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Dajuan is a sports-loving 16-year-old who is known for his great sense of humor and his thoughtfulness. His unique blend of athletic and artistic talents means he has a wide
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Ronald is a curious, silly, and light-hearted 11-year-old who loves to joke and make people around him laugh. One of his favorite activities is going to the park and playing
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Experienced foster and adoptive parents will tell you that one key to a successful placement is having the information you need to first decide if a child is a good
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Araya is a sweet, lovable, and playful 14-year-old. She thrives when receiving one-on-one attention and loves to be outside when the weather is nice. Araya especially enjoys riding her bike,













