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Spartanburg’s Measles Surge: Why Low Vaccines Matter

March 3, 2026

A modern school in Spartanburg, South Carolina, houses about 600 students from a vibrant Slavic community. Only one‑fifth of its pupils have received the measles vaccine, a record low for public schools in the state. On October 8, officials announced that this school was one of just two in the co

sports

Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

March 3, 2026

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

business

Property Tax Break for Energy Startup Wins State Ruling

March 3, 2026

A state tax board decided that a small energy company, set up as a single‑member limited liability company and taxed like a corporation for federal purposes, can keep its property tax exemption. The law says only manufacturing firms qualify for the break under Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause Sixteenth

environment

Funding for Green Scholars in Ohio

March 3, 2026

The Ohio Association of Litter Prevention and Recycling Professionals is now accepting entries for its yearly C. R. Meyers Scholarship, which hands out a $1, 000 grant to students studying environmental science or education. The group works statewide to train and lead people who manage solid wast

politics

Iran’s First Drone Boat Attack Hits Oil Tanker

March 3, 2026

A tanker that flies under the flag of the Marshall Islands became the first ship struck by an Iranian unmanned boat during this conflict. The incident happened near Muscat, Oman, on March 1. At first, people thought a missile had hit the vessel. Later, UK maritime authorities confirmed that a

entertainment

Megan Moroney Hits the Top: A New Country Record

March 3, 2026

A fresh country voice, Megan Moroney, has just broken into the biggest music chart in America. Her newest album, “Cloud 9, ” reached the number‑one spot on the Billboard 200 for the week ending February 26, pulling in about 147, 000 equivalent units across sales, streams and track purchases. That ta

technology

New Gadgets at MWC 2026: Phones, Tablets and More

March 3, 2026

Barcelona opened its doors to the Mobile World Congress, but most of the buzz came over the weekend. Tech fans are already talking about phones that fold like books, tablets that are thinner than paper, and laptops that can change shape. Honor made headlines again with its Robot Phone. The device h

sports

Unexpected Upsets Loom at the Arnold Palmer Invitational

March 3, 2026

The 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational is back on the PGA Tour calendar, drawing many top names after a short break. FanDuel Sportsbook lists Scottie Scheffler as the most likely winner, with odds of +340. Rory McIlroy follows at +1000, while Tommy Fleetwood (+1900), Matt Fitzpatrick (+2300) and Xander

business

New Costco Coming to Montgomery County

March 3, 2026

A big change is on the way for residents in East County. A new Costco store will open inside a large development called VIVA White Oak. The warehouse will cover about 162, 000 square feet and will be the first big store in a project that spans 280 acres. The site sits close to the Food and Drug Admi

business

University Sells Ashburn Campus to Boost Future Plans

March 3, 2026

George Washington University has sold its Ashburn, Virginia campus to a buyer whose name remains private. The sale was announced by the university’s president in a letter that highlighted the deal as “very favorable. ” Because of a confidentiality clause, no details about the price or other condi