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California's COVID Cash: Where Did It All Go?

January 1, 2026

California's handling of COVID funds has sparked serious concerns. A recent discussion highlighted how billions of dollars meant for relief might have ended up in the wrong hands. The issue goes beyond simple mismanagement; it's about organized crime benefiting from the chaos. Fraudulent activities

business

Big Companies and the Graying Workforce: What's Being Done?

January 1, 2026

The workforce is getting older, and big companies are starting to notice. Some are taking steps to keep older workers around, while others are lagging behind. Walmart, for example, is tweaking jobs to suit older employees. Microsoft is offering extra care to support aging workers. Google is helping

education

A Long Goodbye to a Dedicated Educator

January 1, 2026

The Highland Local Schools District Board of Education recently celebrated the retirement of Robert Kelly, a long-serving board member. Kelly's journey in public service began long before his time on the school board. He started as a Granger Township trustee and later served on the Medina County Boa

education

Why Some Families Are Choosing Classical Christian Schools

January 1, 2026

Parents in the Washington, D. C. area are increasingly turning to classical Christian schools. This isn't just about religion. It's about finding a different way to educate kids. Many feel that traditional public schools are not meeting their needs. They want a system that offers structure, moral gu

education

Young Coders from Akron Shine in National Tech Showdown

January 1, 2026

Akron Public Schools (APS) has something to celebrate! Their computer science students just won big in a national competition. Led by their teacher, Sam Appleby, two teams from APS took home first and third place in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This co

education

Chicago's Education: A Year of Struggles and Changes

January 1, 2026

Chicago's schools faced big problems this year. Immigration crackdowns made students and families scared. Many Latino schools saw fewer kids showing up. A false alarm about immigration agents even caused panic at one school. Later, when the government started Operation Midway Blitz, schools had to s

entertainment

A Heroic Act at Disney World's Indiana Jones Show

January 1, 2026

At Disney World, a brave employee named Robert stepped up during a live stunt show to shield spectators from a runaway prop. The incident happened during the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! at Hollywood Studios. A massive boulder, meant to chase the titular character, veered off course and hea

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Little Rock's Clinton Center: A Hub of Ideas and Culture

January 1, 2026

The Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock is gearing up for an exciting lineup of events in early 2026. This isn't just about looking back at history; it's about sparking conversations that matter today. First up, in January, the center is bringing together two big thinkers: Cornel West and Ro

crypto

Korbit's Crypto Compliance Crisis: A Wake-Up Call

January 1, 2026

Korbit, a South Korean crypto exchange, is in serious trouble. They were fined about $1. 9 million for not following anti-money laundering rules. The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in South Korea found that Korbit did not properly verify their customers or stop suspicious transactions. This is n

religion

A Life of Faith, Love, and Controversy: Remembering Jeffrey R. Holland

January 1, 2026

Jeffrey R. Holland, a prominent apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away recently. His death came as a surprise to many, despite his ongoing health struggles. Holland had been dealing with kidney issues for some time, which were further complicated by a COVID-19 diagno