Nampa Mayor Bob Henry declares ‘Extra Mile Day’

NAMPA — Nampa Mayor Bob Henry has declared Nov. 1 to be Extra Mile Day, a day recognizing the capacity we each have to create positive change in ourselves, families, organizations and communities when we “go the extra mile,” according to a release.Nampa joins more...

Extra Mile Day is Saturday

Aberdeen has joined a growing list of communities that have declared Saturday as Extra Mile Day, a day set aside to encourage individuals and organizations to “go the extra mile” in service and volunteerism.According to a news release from Extra Mile America, Extra...

Elgin recognizes volunteers for Extra Mile Day

Saturday is All Saints Day, a church holiday honoring the holiest who have walked among us. It also now is a day to honor volunteers doing good here in the U.S. — including Elgin.For Nov. 1 is Extra Mile Day, an effort set up in recent years by California-based Extra...

Gastonia residents urged to go the extra mile

Gastonia is taking part in a nationwide movement that promotes community service and perseverance. Extra Mile Day will be recognized and celebrated Saturday by more than 500 communities across the country. It’s part of a drive that began in 2009 with 23 cities...