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A Trail of Science Stories

May 9, 2026

Ned Rozell, who spent three decades writing about Alaska’s science for the university’s forum, rode a 515‑mile bike trip from Fairbanks to Unalakleet before he retired. During the ride, he was honored with three awards: the Edith Bullock Prize from the University of Alaska Foundation, the Roger Smit

politics

CPS Drops Equity Leader, Sparks Community Outcry

April 15, 2026

Columbia Public Schools decided not to renew the contract of Carla London, the district’s chief equity officer. The board met in a closed session and voted 6‑1 against the renewal, with only Alvin Cobbins opposing. London has served for over a decade, starting as director of student services and lat

weather

Storms Leave Tornado‑Like Damage Across Northern Illinois

April 4, 2026

The National Weather Service has confirmed that a weak tornado, rated EF‑1, struck parts of Lee County last Thursday night. A survey team was dispatched to inspect the damage and is still checking sites in nearby Ogle County. Meteorologist Lee Carlaw reported that crews were on the move early Frid

entertainment

Chewed Up: Former Chew Stars Serve Fresh Food on New Show

March 31, 2026

Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon, who teamed up on the popular food talk show The Chew from 2011 to 2018, have joined forces again for a new project called Chewed Up. The trio’s return comes as a podcast that blends cooking tips with lifestyle chatter. The first 70 episodes are now str

sports

Who Really Shined and Who Fell Short at UFC 324?

January 26, 2026

UFC 324 left fans with a lot to talk about. Justin Gaethje made history by becoming the first two-time interim lightweight champion, proving that age is just a number. His fight against Paddy Pimblett was a wild one, with Gaethje coming out on top despite being the underdog. Pimblett, on the other h

crime

Unlocking Cold Cases: The Power of DNA Technology

January 23, 2026

In a world where some crimes go unsolved for years, a breakthrough in DNA technology is offering hope. Othram, a company based in Texas, is using advanced methods to extract DNA from old evidence. They then analyze it to build a profile of the suspect. This is not your average DNA test. It looks at

entertainment

Gainesville's Cultural Calendar: A Month of Arts, Music, and History

January 8, 2026

Gainesville and Alachua County have a packed schedule for January 2026, offering a mix of literary events, historical lectures, music festivals, and theatrical performances. The month kicks off with a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at The Lynx Books, featuring guest author Lauren Groff

entertainment

Rainy Day Parade: Magic Johnson Leads 137th Rose Parade

January 2, 2026

The 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena made history, not just for its theme, “The Magic in Teamwork, ” but also for the relentless rain that turned the event into a soggy spectacle. Despite the weather, the parade went on, featuring over 80 entrants, including marching bands and elaborate floats. The rai

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: A Look at the Stars Born in Late December

December 16, 2025

Late December is a special time for many reasons, but did you know it's also a big month for celebrity birthdays? From legendary actors to famous musicians, a lot of well-known faces celebrate their birthdays between December 21st and 27th. Let's start with some of the older stars. Jane Fonda, who

health

Lung Cancer Screening: Who's Left Behind?

November 25, 2025

Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla