Matilda Merricks Fled Storm-Ravished New Orleans With Just Her Birth Certificate

CATONSVILLE, MD (August 23, 2007) - Two years ago, Matilda Merricks was one of the lucky New Orleans residents who was able to leave town before Hurricane Katrina hit. Unfortunately, she still lost everything she owned.

Silver Wings helps teens take their lives to the sky

Nearly 12 years ago, Bill Almquist saw a way to make a difference.

Fabric donations pour in after Tribune article

Not long after The Erickson Tribune published a story about Oak Crest’s Sewing for Refugees quilting group in February, Community Resources Coordinator Ashley Goles received a phone call.