City to partake in 6th Extra Mile Day

On Saturday, residents are encouraged to go the extra mile for family, friends and the community as part of the Extra Mile Day initiative.Extra Mile Day was developed by Extra Mile America – a movement that started in 2009 to promote positive changes in communities...

Extra Mile Day honors those who give more

Whitefish has designating Nov. 1 as Extra Mile Day to honor the work of one Whitefish couple and a local nonprofit medical clinic.“I urge each individual in the community to take time on this day to not only go the extra mile in his or her own life, but also...

Charleston Declares “Extra Mile Day” on November 1

Charleston and Mayor Joseph P. Riley join the list.Extra Mile Day celebrates individuals and organizations that have chosen to create positive change in their communities by going the extra mile. Mayor Joseph P. Riley’s declaration and the Extra Mile campaign are...

Extra Mile Day all about giving more, making a difference

People have the power to create positive change in their communities and their own lives, said the man who started a growing national observance to encourage that power.“We always have the ability to give more,” said Shawn Anderson, founder of Extra Mile Day. “If we...

Beaverton declares ‘Extra Mile Day’ on November 1

Mayors across the United States are recognizing a growing movement that is dedicated to encouraging individuals and organizations to “go the extra mile” in service and volunteerism. On November 1, 500 mayors are expected to declare “Extra Mile...